At 225k samples per second with 12-bit resolution, this part sits in the mid-speed precision band. It is fast enough for multi-channel sensor scanning, audio-band processing, or motor-current monitoring, but not built for RF or video-rate capture. The 16-channel mux means you can route several analog signals through one converter, saving board space and cost compared to a per-channel ADC array.

MAX1257BETM+ ADC/DAC 12-bit 225k, 48-TQFN
MPNMAX1257BETM+
End of Life
Maxim Integrated MAX1257BETM+, ADC/DAC, 12-bit, 225k sampling rate, 16 channels, serial interface, 2.7V-3.6V supply, -40°C to 85°C, 48-WFQFN exposed pad, surface mount, tube.
$40.53Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
Packaging48-WFQFN Exposed Pad
RoHSROHS3 Compliant
Independent supplier — new & surplus stockAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Aug 2026
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | ADC, DAC |
| Mounting | Surface Mount |
| Supply voltage | 2.7V ~ 3.6V |
| Voltage supply source | Analog and Digital |
| Data interface | Serial |
| Operating temperature | -40°C ~ 85°C |
| Package | Tube |
| Case | 48-WFQFN Exposed Pad |
| Resolution | 12 b |
| Channels | 16 |
| Sampling rate (Per second) | 225k |
Product details
Frequently asked questions
What is MAX1257BETM+'s listed type?
The listed type is ADC and DAC — a combined analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog converter in one package.