AD7542AQ CDIP16 is a digital to analog converter from Analog Devices, delivered in a ceramic 16pin DIP (CDIP16) package. This 1 piece listing provides a compact, throughhole solution suitable for precision analog signal generation and control in instrumentation, measurement, and embedded applications. Key benefits Provides accurate digital to analog conversion with multiplying capability, enabling precise control of analog outputs in response to digital inputs. Compact CDIP16 ceramic package supports reliable PCB mounting and robust mechanical performance in dense designs. From a trusted brand, Analog Devices, offering established quality and availability for hobbyist, lab, and production environments. Suitable for systems requiring a compact, discrete MDAC solution with straightforward integration into typical analog front ends. Enables flexible signal processing applications by allowing scaling of the output through external reference conditions. Key attributes Brand and model: Analog Devices AD7542AQ Function: Digital to analog converter (DAC), multiplying DAC (MDAC) type Resolution: 12bit (typical for this device in the AD7542 family) Package: CDIP16 (Ceramic DIP with 16 leads) Package type and material: Ceramic DIP, throughhole form factor Quantity in listing: 1 piece Compatibility: Designed for use in systems that require a compact, reliable MDAC in a standard DIP footprint Performance characteristics: Precision analog conversion suitable for instrumentation, signal processing, and control applications (specific electrical parameters should be obtained from the official datasheet for design planning) Specific use cases Precision waveform generation in test equipment or signal generation modules, where multiplying DAC behavior supports scaled output relative to an external reference Calibration and data acquisition circuits requiring stable, discrete 12bit DAC outputs to convert digital control words into analog signals Analog control loops in instrumentation or industrial systems, where compact CDIP16 packaging facilitates integration into multichannel control boards Notes for implementation The AD7542AQ is designed to be used with suitable external circuitry to realize a usable voltage or current output, typically involving a reference and appropriate output conversion network. Ensure compatible supply voltages and interrupt digital control signals in your design, and consult the full datasheet for detailed electrical specifications, timing, and application guidance.