Data Acquisition - Analog to Digital Converters (ADC)

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
AD7671ASTZRL

AD7671ASTZRL

Analog Devices, Inc.

ADC, SUCCESSIVE APPROXIMATION, 1

74

LTC2400IS8#TRPBF

LTC2400IS8#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 24BIT SIGMA-DELTA 8SOIC

0

AD7862ARZ-3

AD7862ARZ-3

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 12BIT SAR 28SOIC

2

MAX191ACNG

MAX191ACNG

Analog Devices, Inc.

12-BIT SAMPLING ADC WITH REF

349

AD7995ARJZ-0RL

AD7995ARJZ-0RL

Analog Devices, Inc.

ADC, SUCCESSIVE APPROXIMATION, 1

6416

MAX110AEPE+

MAX110AEPE+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX110 LOW-COST, 2-CHANNEL, PLUS

400

LTC1861IMS#TRPBF

LTC1861IMS#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 12BIT SAR 10MSOP

0

AD574ALD

AD574ALD

Analog Devices, Inc.

ADC, SUCCESSIVE APPROXIMATION, 1

3

AD7924BRUZ-REEL

AD7924BRUZ-REEL

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 12BIT SAR 16TSSOP

0

LTC2421IMS#TRPBF

LTC2421IMS#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 20BIT SIGMA-DELTA 10MSOP

0

LTC2320IUKG-14#TRPBF

LTC2320IUKG-14#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 14BIT SAR 52QFN

0

LTC2379IDE-18#TRPBF

LTC2379IDE-18#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 18BIT SAR 16DFN

0

AD9467BCPZRL7-200

AD9467BCPZRL7-200

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 16BIT PIPELINED 72LFCSP

0

AD7492ARZ-5

AD7492ARZ-5

Analog Devices, Inc.

12-BIT SAR PARALLEL ADC

12577

LTC2449IUHF#PBF

LTC2449IUHF#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 24BIT SIGMA-DELTA 38QFN

1332

LTC2362HS6#TRMPBF

LTC2362HS6#TRMPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 12BIT SAR TSOT23-6

0

LTC2442IG#TRPBF

LTC2442IG#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 24BIT SIGMA-DELTA 36SSOP

0

LTC2480IMS#PBF

LTC2480IMS#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 16BIT SIGMA-DELTA 10MSOP

430

LTC1407ACMSE#TRPBF

LTC1407ACMSE#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 14BIT PIPELINED 10MSOP

0

LTC2312CTS8-14#TRPBF

LTC2312CTS8-14#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 14BIT SAR TSOT23-8

0

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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