The recommended power-up sequence is to apply VDD first, followed by VREF, and then the digital supply (VCC). This ensures that the internal reference is stable before the DAC starts operating.
The DAC8162 has a rail-to-rail output stage, but it's not guaranteed to swing all the way to the supply rails. To ensure maximum output range, use an external op-amp to buffer the output and provide additional gain if needed.
The maximum update rate of the DAC8162 is 1 MSPS (million samples per second), but this can be limited by the interface clock frequency and the specific application. Consult the datasheet for more information on update rates and interface timing.
The DAC8162 has a built-in calibration feature that can be accessed through the SPI interface. Refer to the datasheet for the calibration procedure, which involves writing specific codes to the calibration registers to optimize the DAC's performance.
The DAC8162's performance can be affected by temperature, particularly in terms of gain error and offset voltage. Consult the datasheet for temperature-related specifications and consider using temperature compensation techniques in your design if necessary.
DAC8162TDGST datasheet
by Texas Instruments
