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RH-DAC121K1

RH-DAC121K1

STMicroelectronics
12 Bit Digital to Analog Converter 1 10-CFlatPack
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Overview

The RH-DAC121K1 is a radiation-hardened 12-bit digital-to-analog converter designed for high-reliability aerospace and defense applications. It operates over a wide voltage range of 2.3V to 3.6V and features a rail-to-rail voltage output with a fast 13us settling time. This device is housed in a hermetic 10-pin ceramic FlatPack, ensuring performance in extreme environments from -55C to 125C.

Why Choose This Part

This DAC features an internal voltage reference and ensured monotonicity, which simplifies design by reducing external component count. Its extremely low power-down current of 0.5uA and power-on-reset to zero volts make it ideal for power-sensitive and safety-critical aerospace systems.

Applications

Satellite Attitude Control
Providing precise voltage setpoints for reaction wheel and thruster control systems in low earth orbit environments.
Radiation-Hardened Sensor Calibration
Generating reference voltages for fine-tuning analog sensor front-ends in space-based instrumentation.
Nuclear Instrumentation
Used in control loops for monitoring and maintenance equipment within high-radiation zones.
Mil-Spec Signal Conditioning
General purpose digital-to-analog conversion for tactical defense hardware requiring wide temperature operation.

Key Specifications

Output Type Voltage - Buffered
INL/DNL (LSB) +/-4 (Max), +/-0.7 (Max)
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Settling Time 13us
Data Interface SPI
Number of Bits 12
Package / Case 10-CFlatPack
Reference Type Internal
Differential Output No
Operating Temperature -55degC ~ 125degC
Supplier Device Package 10-CFlatPack
Number of D/A Converters 1
Voltage - Supply, Analog 2.3V ~ 3.6V

Getting Started

Interface with the device using the standard SPI protocol for data transfer and utilize the SYNC interrupt facility for precise conversion timing. Engineers should follow high-reliability PCB layout guidelines for ceramic FlatPack packages, ensuring proper thermal and mechanical mounting for high-vibration environments.