D/A converter.(Integrated Circuits)

ECN-Electronic Component News, January, 2004

Fairchild has introduced its SPT5240 high-frequency, 10-bit DAC providing more than 80 percent lower power dissipation than comparable devices, according to the company. At a 400 MWPS update rate, the DAC dissipates 149 mW (typ) (@[f.sub.CLK] = 400 MHz and 12 mA output). The SPT5240 is suitable for test equipment, medical diagnostic and imaging, portable communications and other battery-operated equipment requiring high-speed data conversion. It is also suited to set top boxes, video displays and broadband RF. Additional features include complementary current outputs and an internal reference. It operates from a 3.3V supply. Fairchild Semiconductor, 82 Running Hill Rd. South Portland, ME 04106; (800) 341-0392; www.ecnmag.com/info