Practice R-2r Ladder Dac (8.4.2) - Op-Amp Applications, Active Filters, and Data Converters
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R-2R Ladder DAC

Practice - R-2R Ladder DAC

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What are the two resistor values used in an R-2R Ladder DAC?

💡 Hint: Look for the two distinct values in the name.

Question 2 Easy

What is the primary function of a DAC?

💡 Hint: Think about what the DAC does with digital data.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What type of resistors are used in an R-2R Ladder DAC?

Only R
Only 2R
R and 2R
None

💡 Hint: Think about the structure implied by its name.

Question 2

True or False: R-2R Ladder DACs are known for their precision and ease of manufacture.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider why fewer parts can lead to better outcomes.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design an R-2R Ladder DAC for an 8-bit input. Calculate the output for an input of binary 10110101 assuming Vref is 5V.

💡 Hint: Use the binary weighting method to sum up the contributions while minding the 5V reference.

Challenge 2 Hard

Explain the impact of resistor tolerance on the performance of an R-2R Ladder DAC in a circuit.

💡 Hint: Consider how various levels of resistance can skew the output results.

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