AD5246BKSZ100-RL7

AD5246BKSZ100-RL7 is an Analog Devices digital potentiometer with an I2C-compatible interface. It provides a digitally adjustable resistance between terminals A and B with a wiper W, allowing programmable attenuation, gain, or offset in analog circuits. The “100” denotes an end‑to‑end resistance of 100 kΩ. The device supports storage of the wiper setting (volatile/nonvolatile memory options), so the chosen position can be retained after power-down. It is offered in a small SZ lead-free package (RL7 temperature/packaging variant) suitable for compact designs.
Key points:
- I2C digital potentiometer with programmable resistance
- End-to-end: 100 kΩ
- Wiper position retention (volatile/nonvolatile options)
- Small SZ/RL7 package; intended for calibration, gain/attenuation, and sensor conditioning in analog front ends
Note: For exact wiper steps, timing, voltage range, and current specs, consult the latest ADI datasheet.

Here are the typical features of the AD5246BKSZ100-RL7 (digital potentiometer in SZ package, 100 kΩ end-to-end):
- End-to-end resistance: 100 kΩ
- Interface: I2C-compatible serial control
- Wiper resolution: 8-bit (256 positions)
- Memory: volatile RAM plus nonvolatile EEPROM to store wiper setting
- Supply voltage: 2.7 V to 5.5 V
- Power: low current, with power-down capability
- Temperature range: -40°C to +125°C (industrial)
- Package: 8-pin, SZ (lead-free, RoHS-compliant)
- Applications: programmable gain/attenuation, offset trimming, programmable attenuator, calibration, and similar digitally controlled resistance needs
Note: verify exact I2C speed and any option differences from the official datasheet for your specific lot.

- Pin count: 8 pins
- Function: I2C-compatible digital potentiometer (dual potentiometer elements) with 100 kΩ end-to-end resistance, used to digitally set/adjust analog attenuation. The -RL7 suffix indicates tape-and-reel packaging.

- Manufacturer: Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI).
- What kind of company: A multinational semiconductor company that designs and manufactures high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and DSP integrated circuits, as well as sensors and MEMS, serving industrial, automotive, communications, and consumer markets.

AD5246BKSZ100-RL7 is a quad 100 kΩ digital potentiometer used for programmable resistance in signal paths. Common application areas include:
- Programmable gain/attenuation in ADC/DAC front ends and audio paths
- Programmable feedback networks and input impedance in op-amp circuits
- Sensor signal conditioning with offset/gain compensation in instrumentation
- Adjustable bias/reference networks in automotive, industrial, and medical equipment
- Programmable attenuators in test/measurement equipment
- Calibration and automated test rigs requiring repeatable resistance settings
Note: Interface is typically I2C, with four potentiometer sections in one device.

SZ refers to an 8‑lead Small Outline package (SOIC/MSOP family). So AD5246BKSZ100-RL7 comes in an SZ 8‑pin small-outline package, shipped in Tape & Reel (RL7).