Data Acquisition - Analog to Digital Converters (ADC)

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
AD7475BRMZ

AD7475BRMZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 12BIT SAR 8MSOP

92

AD9231BCPZRL7-65

AD9231BCPZRL7-65

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 12BIT PIPELINED 64LFCSP

0

AD9200JRSRL

AD9200JRSRL

Analog Devices, Inc.

10-BIT ADC PARALLEL, WORD ACCESS

4415

AD7821KPZ

AD7821KPZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 8BIT PIPELINED 20PLCC

45

AD7175-2BRUZ-RL7

AD7175-2BRUZ-RL7

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 24BIT SIGMA-DELTA 24TSSOP

50

LTC2140IUP-14#PBF

LTC2140IUP-14#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 14BIT PIPELINED 64QFN

818

LTC2161CUK#PBF

LTC2161CUK#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 16BIT PIPELINED 48QFN

0

LTC2107CUK#PBF

LTC2107CUK#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 16BIT PIPELINED 48QFN

37

LTC2327HMS-18#TRPBF

LTC2327HMS-18#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 18BIT SAR 16MSOP

0

AD9057BRSZ-RL60

AD9057BRSZ-RL60

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 8BIT PIPELINED 20SSOP

0

AD7678ACPRL

AD7678ACPRL

Analog Devices, Inc.

16-BIT SAR ADC WORD ACCESS

2500

LTC2365HS6#TRPBF

LTC2365HS6#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 12BIT SAR TSOT23-6

0

AD5335BRU-REEL7

AD5335BRU-REEL7

Analog Devices, Inc.

QUAD VOLTAGE-OUTPUT 10-BIT DAC

628

LTC1410IG#PBF

LTC1410IG#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 12BIT SAR 28SSOP

0

MAX1226BCEE

MAX1226BCEE

Analog Devices, Inc.

12-BIT ADC WITH FIFO

3838

LTC2299IUP#TRPBF

LTC2299IUP#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 14BIT PIPELINED 64QFN

0

LTC2153IUJ-12#PBF

LTC2153IUJ-12#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 12BIT PIPELINED 40QFN

72

LTC2489CDE#TRPBF

LTC2489CDE#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 16BIT SIGMA-DELTA 14DFN

0

AD9238BSTZ-20

AD9238BSTZ-20

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 12BIT PIPELINED 64LQFP

0

MAX1274ACTC

MAX1274ACTC

Analog Devices, Inc.

TRUE-DIFFERENTIAL, 12-BIT ADC

1171

Data Acquisition - Analog to Digital Converters (ADC)

1. Overview

Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADCs) are semiconductor devices that convert continuous analog signals into discrete digital values. This core functionality enables digital systems to process real-world signals such as temperature, pressure, audio, and sensor data. ADCs are fundamental components in modern electronics, serving critical roles in communication systems, medical equipment, industrial automation, and consumer electronics. Their performance directly impacts system accuracy, speed, and overall efficiency.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Successive Approximation ADCMedium-speed, high accuracy, moderate power consumptionIndustrial control systems, precision measurement
Integrating ADCHigh noise rejection, low speed, excellent linearityDigital multimeters, weigh scales
Pipeline ADCHigh-speed operation with moderate resolutionWireless communication base stations, video processing
Delta-Sigma ( ) ADCHigh resolution, low noise, oversampling architectureAudio processing, precision sensor interfaces
Flash ADCExtremely high-speed conversion, limited resolutionRadar systems, high-speed oscilloscopes

3. Structure and Components

Typical ADC architecture includes: - Sample-and-Hold Circuit: Captures and stabilizes input signal - Quantizer: Maps analog values to discrete levels - Encoder: Converts quantized values to binary code - Reference Voltage Circuit: Provides stable voltage Modern ADCs integrate additional components like programmable gain amplifiers and digital filters. Fabricated using CMOS or BiCMOS processes, they come in packages like QFP, TSSOP, and BGA with pin counts ranging from 8 to 256.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
ResolutionNumber of digital output bitsDetermines measurement precision
Sampling RateMaximum conversion speed (SPS)Defines signal bandwidth capability
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)Dynamic range measurementImpacts signal fidelity
Integral Nonlinearity (INL)Deviation from ideal transfer functionCritical for measurement accuracy
Power ConsumptionOperating current/voltage requirementsAffects system efficiency and thermal design

5. Application Fields

  • Telecommunications: 5G base stations, optical transceivers
  • Medical Equipment: MRI scanners, patient monitoring systems
  • Industrial Automation: PLC systems, precision sensors
  • Consumer Electronics: Smartphones, wearables
  • Automotive: LiDAR systems, battery management

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Specifications
TI (Texas Instruments)ADS928324-bit ADC, 2MSPS, 2LSB INL
Analog DevicesAD762116-bit SAR ADC, 3MSPS, 85dB SNR
Maxim IntegratedMAX1190516-bit pipeline ADC, 125MSPS
STMicroelectronicsLTC2389-1818-bit SAR ADC, 1MSPS, rail-to-rail input

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations include: - Application Requirements: Match resolution/speed to system needs - Environmental Conditions: Temperature range, vibration resistance - Cost Constraints: Balance performance with budget - Supply Chain: Availability, package compatibility - Support Features: Required interfaces (SPI, I2C), calibration capabilities

8. Industry Trends

Emerging trends include: - Development of 32-bit ADCs for precision applications - Integration with AI acceleration for edge computing - Energy-efficient designs for IoT devices - High-temperature ADCs for automotive applications - Advanced packaging technologies (3D stacking) - Software-defined radio ADCs with tunable bandwidth

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