DAC081C081CIMK

DAC081CIMK is an 8‑bit multiplying digital‑to‑analog converter (MDAC) with a current output. It converts an 8‑bit parallel word (D0–D7) into a proportional output current used in closed‑loop or instrumentation applications.
Key points
- Output: current Iout, typically converted to voltage with an external op‑amp.
- Scale: Iout = (D/256) × IFS, where IFS (full‑scale current) is set externally from Vref and a reference resistor (IFS ≈ Vref/Rset).
- Interface: 8‑bit parallel data inputs; simple control in DAC-based systems.
- Packaging: IMK indicates the device’s DIP/packaging and grade; check the datasheet for exact electrical ratings (supply rails, settling time, accuracy).
- Applications: closed‑loop control, programmable gain/filters, instrumentation, signal reconstruction.
Note: For exact electrical specs (Vcc range, Iout range, tSETTL, INL/DNL) and pinout, consult the DAC081CIMK datasheet.

DAC081C is an 8-bit current-output multiplying DAC. Equivalents include:
- TI DAC0800 family (DAC0800/0802/0804/0808)
- Analog Devices AD7541/AD7542
These offer similar current-output interfaces; exact pinout/speed/reference requirements vary. The IMK suffix denotes a specific package type.

DAC081CIMK features (concise):
- 8-bit multiplying digital-to-analog converter
- Current-output DAC: Iout proportional to digital code and external reference
- Monotonic transfer with good DNL/INL
- External reference input
- Requires external precision op-amp and resistor to convert Iout to voltage
- Wide supply range (industrial temperature range)
- Low power consumption
- Fast settling (typical for classic multiplying DACs)
- Package: IMK (DIP-8/SO-8 variants)

- Pin count: 16 pins (IMK package).
- Function: 8‑bit current‑output multiplying DAC; converts an 8‑bit digital word (with a reference current) into a proportional output current Iout, typically used with an external op-amp to convert the current to a voltage.

Manufacturer: Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI).
What kind of company: A global American semiconductor company that designs and manufactures analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal processing integrated circuits, including data converters (DACs/ADCs) and sensors.

DAC081C/DAC081CIMK is an 8‑bit current‑output multiplying DAC. Common applications include:
- Industrial automation and process control: programmable current sources for sensors/actuators and servo drives
- Instrumentation and data acquisition: precision bias/current references, I–V conversion, calibration sources
- Analog signal generation and test equipment: programmable current/voltage sources and calibration generators
- Digital control loops and analog computing: current‑mode DACs for feedback/controllers and programmable references
Note: uses an external op-amp to convert the output current to a voltage if needed.

8-pin MSOP (small-outline) package.