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MAX517BCPA+ 8-Bit DAC, I2C, 6µs Settling, 8-PDIP

MPNMAX517BCPA+
End of Life

Maxim Integrated MAX517BCPA+, 8-bit voltage-output DAC, I2C serial interface, 6µs typical settling time, R-2R architecture, external reference, single 5V supply, 0°C to 70°C, 8-PDIP package.

$10.79Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
MAX517BCPA+ datasheet
Packaging8-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm)
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Specifications

MAX517BCPA+ Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
Output typeVoltage - Buffered
Mounting typeThrough Hole
Reference typeExternal
Voltage - supply, analog5V
Voltage - supply, digital5V
InterfaceI²C
Operating temperature0°C ~ 70°C
PackageTube
ArchitectureR-2R
INL (DNL)±1.5 (Max), ±1 (Max)
Settling time6µs (Typ)
Number of bits8
Case8-DIP (0.300\", 7.62mm)
Differential outputNo
Number of d (A converters)1

Product details

Active lifecycle — no last-time-buy pressure

The MAX517BCPA+ carries an Active lifecycle status and is ROHS3 compliant. That means you can design it into a new BOM without worrying about a sudden EOL. The 8-PDIP package is through-hole, which makes it a natural fit for prototyping, legacy board repairs, or low-volume builds where hand-assembly is the workflow.

Sourcing this part

We source the MAX517BCPA+ through our independent distribution network. If you need a pin-compatible alternative for dual-sourcing, the MAX517BCPA+ is the only member of this 8-bit I2C DAC family in the 8-PDIP package — no direct second source exists from other manufacturers in the same footprint. The closest functional equivalent would be a different package (SOIC), which changes the board layout.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy MAX517BCPA+?

The MAX517BCPA+ is available to order through our independent distribution channel. Submit an RFQ for a current price and availability quote — we confirm both at quote time.

What is the typical settling time of MAX517BCPA+?

The typical settling time is 6 µs. That is the time from a full-scale code change to the output settling within 1/2 LSB. Suitable for set-point updates in control loops, not for audio or high-speed waveform generation.

Does MAX517BCPA+ require an external reference?

Yes, the reference type is external. You must supply a stable voltage reference to the REF pin; the DAC output full-scale range equals that reference voltage. The accuracy of your analog output is directly tied to the reference's tolerance and drift.

Can MAX517BCPA+ be used with 3.3V microcontrollers?

The I2C interface is 5V-logic. A 3.3V microcontroller can drive the bus if the pull-up resistors are connected to 5V and the MCU's I2C pins are 5V-tolerant. Check your MCU datasheet for 5V tolerance before connecting directly.