HLF LM3916 – Dot/Bar Display Driver (DIP18) | Audio Level Display Driver IC | 3V–20V, 0°C to +70°C | Through-Hole Package

The HLF LM3916 (DIP18) is an analog display driver specifically designed for audio level indication and VU meter applications. It drives 10 LEDs, LCDs, or vacuum fluorescent displays in either dot or bar mode, providing a display scale tailored to the VU meter standard for accurate signal-level representation.

With a built-in reference voltage, internal resistor divider, and mode control, the LM3916 simplifies circuit design for audio monitoring, offering precision, reliability, and flexibility across a wide voltage range.

Key Features:

• Function: VU Meter-Scaled 10-Level Dot/Bar Display Driver

• Technology: Analog Display Driver

• Operating Voltage: 3V – 20V

• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C

• Package Type: DIP18 (Dual In-Line Package)

• Mounting Type: Through-Hole

• 10-Step VU Meter Logarithmic Scale

• Drives LEDs, LCDs, or VFDs Directly

• Selectable Dot or Bar Display Operation

• Adjustable Reference Voltage and LED Current

• Internal Divider Network and Voltage Regulator

• Low Power Consumption and High Accuracy

Applications:

• VU Meters and Audio Level Indicators

• Power and Signal Strength Displays

• Mixing Console and Amplifier Displays

• Sound Analyzer and Metering Systems

• Professional and Consumer Audio Equipment