This “DAC Interface” circuit is a precision buffer amplifier for a DAC output. It is scaled to provide a 10V output @ 10mA with a +1V input voltage. This type of current source can be very useful in industrial interface applications. A R-R output op amp with an input common-mode
range that includes its negative supply rail, such as an OPA251, is required for single- supply operation. An external NPN transistor is used to off- load the circuit power dissipation from the precision op amp U1. Re- scaling this circuit with other transistors can result in output current capability of a many amps. (Circuit is created by Neil P. Albaugh TI – Tucson)
DAC Interface Circuit:
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