DESCRIPTION
The LTC®1596-1 is a serial input, 16-bit multiplying current output DAC. The device is pin and hardware compatible with the 12-bit LTC8143/LTC7543 and comes in 16-pin PDIP and SO wide packages. It offers clear to mid scale for both the clear input and power-on reset. A related device, the LTC1596, is identical except it clears to zero scale.

FEATURES
■ Asynchronous Clear Input Clears DAC to Mid Scale
■ DNL and INL: 1LSB Max
■ Low Glitch Impulse: 1nV-s Typ
■ Pin Compatible with Industry Standard
   12-Bit DACs: LTC8143/LTC7543
■ 4-Quadrant Multiplication
■ Low Power Consumption
■ Power-On Reset Clears DAC to Mid Scale
■ Daisy-Chain Serial Output

APPLICATIONS
■ Process Control and Industrial Automation
■ Software Controlled Gain Adjustment
■ Digitally Controlled Filter and Power Supplies
■ Automatic Test Equipment