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Part Number: TPL1401
This post serves as a landing pad for frequently asked questions about the TPL1401 buffered digital potentiometer, or digipot. You may also see TI's digital potentiometers referred to as DPOTs. If you have any related questions to the below topics, please create a new post using the "+ Ask a related question" button.
General FAQ
What is the lowest-cost, 8-bit DAC or digital potentiometer?
What are the benefits to the TPL1401 buffered digipot compared to standard digipots?
What is the TPL1401 EEPROM used for?
Are there source code or header file examples for the TPL1401 DPOT?
What is the boot-up time for the TPL1401?
What is the maximum update rate of the output of the TPL1401?
Can I provide an external reference to the TPL1401?
Can I use a Zener diode to power TPL1401?
What is the use of the Hi-Z power down mode on the TPL1401?
What is the use of the TPL1401 feedback (FB) pin?
Applications
How to generate a DC setpoint or bias using the TPL1401?
How to use the TPL1401 as an adjustable current limit input?
How can I use the TPL1401 for programmable gain?
How can I use the TPL1401 as a programmable comparator?
How to use the TPL1401 to program a LASER diode analog power control (APC) circuit?
Helpful Links
The TPL1401 can be found in many common applications:
End equipment
Url
Exit and emergency lighting
www.ti.com/.../exit-emergency-lighting
Barcode scanners
www.ti.com/.../barcode-scanner
Barcode readers
www.ti.com/.../barcode-reader
Smart speakers
www.ti.com/.../smart-speaker
Video doorbells
www.ti.com/.../video-doorbell
Cordless vacuum cleaners
www.ti.com/.../cordless-vacuum-cleaner
Robotic lawn mowers
www.ti.com/.../robotic-lawn-mower
Laser distance meter
www.ti.com/.../laser-distance-meter
You can find some additional information about the TPL1401 here:
TPL1401
TPL1401EVM
You can find more information about precision DACs here:
Precision DAC Learning Center
www.ti.com/.../learning-center.html
TI Precision Labs - DACs
training.ti.com/ti-precision-labs-dacs
Data Converter Circuit Cookbook
www.ti.com/.../data-converter-circuits.html
Best,
Katlynne Jones
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