Datasheet

General Description
The MAX5851 dual, 8-bit, 80Msps, digital-to-analog
converter (DAC) provides superior dynamic performance
in wideband communication systems. The device inte-
grates two 8-bit DAC cores, and a 1.24V reference. The
converter supports single-ended and differential modes
of operation. The MAX5851 dynamic performance is
maintained over the entire 2.7V to 3.6V power-supply
operating range. The analog outputs support a -1.0V to
+1.25V compliance voltage.
The MAX5851 can also operate in interleave data mode
to reduce the I/O pin count. This allows the converter to
be updated on a single, 8-bit bus.
The MAX5851 features digital control of channel gain
matching to within ±0.4dB in sixteen 0.05dB steps.
Channel matching improves sideband suppression in
analog quadrature modulation applications. The on-
chip 1.24V bandgap reference includes a control
amplifier that allows external full-scale adjustments of
both channels through a single resistor. The internal ref-
erence can be disabled and an external reference may
be applied for high-accuracy applications.
The MAX5851 features full-scale current outputs of 2mA
to 20mA and operates from a 2.7V to 3.6V single supply.
The DAC supports three modes of power-control opera-
tion: normal, low-power standby, and complete power-
down. In power-down mode, the operating current is
reduced to 1µA.
The MAX5851 is packaged in a 40-pin thin QFN with
exposed paddle (EP) and is specified for the extended
(-40°C to +85°C) temperature range.
Pin-compatible, higher speed, and higher resolution
versions are also available. Refer to the MAX5852
(8 bit, 165Msps), the MAX5854 (10 bit, 165Msps), and
the MAX5853 (10 bit, 80Msps) data sheets for more
information. See Table 4.
Applications
Communications
VSAT, LMDS, MMDS, WLAN,
Point-to-Point Microwave Links
Wireless Base Stations
Quadrature Modulation
Direct Digital Synthesis (DDS)
Instrumentation/ATE
Features
8-Bit, 80Msps Dual DAC
Low Power
58mW with I
FS
= 2mA at f
CLK
= 80MHz
2.7V to 3.6V Single Supply
Full Output Swing and Dynamic Performance at
2.7V Supply
Superior Dynamic Performance
66dBc SFDR at f
OUT
= 20MHz
Programmable Channel Gain Matching
Integrated 1.24V Low-Noise Bandgap Reference
Single-Resistor Gain Control
Interleaved Data Mode
Single-Ended and Differential Clock Input Modes
Miniature 40-Pin Thin QFN Package, 6mm x 6mm
EV Kit Available—MAX5852 EV Kit
MAX5851
Dual, 8-Bit, 80Msps, Current-Output DAC
________________________________________________________________ Maxim Integrated Products 1
Ordering Information
19-3231; Rev 0; 4/04
For pricing, delivery, and ordering information, please contact Maxim/Dallas Direct! at
1-888-629-4642, or visit Maxim’s website at www.maxim-ic.com.
EVALUATION KIT
AVAILABLE
PART TEMP RANGE PIN-PACKAGE
MAX5851ETL -40°C to +85°C
40 Thin QFN-EP*
40 36373839
EP
18
21
23
22
24
25
19 2016 17
6
5
4
3
2
1
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
26
27
28
29
30
3132
33
3435
N.C.
DB6
AGND
MAX5851
THIN QFN
TOP VIEW
AV
DD
OUTPA
OUTNA
AGND
OUTPB
OUTNB
AV
DD
REFR
REFO
DB7
DB4
DB5
DV
DD
DB3
DB2
DGND
DB0
DB1
CV
DD
CGND
CLK
CV
DD
CLKXN
CLKXP
DCE
CW
N.C.
N.C.
N.C.
DA0/G0
DA1/G1
DA2/G2
DA3/G3
DA4/REN
DA5/IDE
DA6/DACEN
DA7/PD
Pin Configuration
*EP = Exposed paddle.

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