Data Acquisition - Analog to Digital Converters (ADC)

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
LTC2420CS8#PBF

LTC2420CS8#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 20BIT SIGMA-DELTA 8SOIC

192

AD7683ACPZRL7

AD7683ACPZRL7

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 16BIT SAR 8LFCSP-WD

1134

AD7352YRUZ-500RL7

AD7352YRUZ-500RL7

Analog Devices, Inc.

DUAL 1-CH 12-BIT SUCCESSIVE APPR

76

AD579ZJN

AD579ZJN

Analog Devices, Inc.

10-BIT SAR ADC, 2 CH, PARALLEL

20

AD679TD

AD679TD

Analog Devices, Inc.

14-BIT FLASH ADC

9

MAX130EPL

MAX130EPL

Analog Devices, Inc.

3 1/2 DIGIT ADC WITH BANDGAP REF

0

MAX1296BCEG

MAX1296BCEG

Analog Devices, Inc.

2-CHANNEL, 12-BIT ADC WITH REF

0

LTC1608IG#TRPBF

LTC1608IG#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 16BIT SAR 36SSOP

0

AD9212ABCPZ-40

AD9212ABCPZ-40

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 10BIT PIPELINED 64LFCSP

42

AD7476ARTZ-REEL7

AD7476ARTZ-REEL7

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 12BIT SAR SOT23-6

3407

AD7892SQ-1

AD7892SQ-1

Analog Devices, Inc.

ADC, SUCCESSIVE APPROXIMATION, 1

215

LTC2418IGN#TRPBF

LTC2418IGN#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 24BIT SIGMA-DELTA 28SSOP

0

LTC2428IG#TRPBF

LTC2428IG#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 20BIT SIGMA-DELTA 28SSOP

0

AD7887ARM-REEL7

AD7887ARM-REEL7

Analog Devices, Inc.

12-BIT SAR ADC, 2 CHANNEL

1688

LTC2215CUP#TRPBF

LTC2215CUP#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 16BIT PIPELINED 64QFN

0

LTC2482IDD#TRPBF

LTC2482IDD#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 16BIT SIGMA-DELTA 10DFN

0

AD4112BCPZ

AD4112BCPZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 24BIT SIGMA-DELTA 40LFCSP

0

LTC1411CG#TRPBF

LTC1411CG#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 14BIT SAR 36SSOP

0

LTC2328IMS-18#TRPBF

LTC2328IMS-18#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 18BIT SAR 16MSOP

0

MAX130CMH

MAX130CMH

Analog Devices, Inc.

3 1/2 DIGIT ADC WITH BANDGAP REF

1084

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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