Data Acquisition - Analog to Digital Converters (ADC)

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
MAX1185ECM

MAX1185ECM

Analog Devices, Inc.

DUAL 10-BIT, 20 MSPS, ADC

1981

MX574AJCWI

MX574AJCWI

Analog Devices, Inc.

MX574 12-BIT ADC

2622

LTC2208IUP-14#TRPBF

LTC2208IUP-14#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 14BIT PIPELINED 64QFN

0

MAX1294BEEI

MAX1294BEEI

Analog Devices, Inc.

6-CHANNEL, 12-BIT ADC WITH REF

1055

AD7472YRZ

AD7472YRZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

12-BIT SAR PARALLEL ADC

3313

AD7862ARSZ-3REEL

AD7862ARSZ-3REEL

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 12BIT SAR 28SSOP

0

LTC2256CUJ-12#TRPBF

LTC2256CUJ-12#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 12BIT PIPELINED 40QFN

0

MAX1033BEUP/GH9

MAX1033BEUP/GH9

Analog Devices, Inc.

4 CHANNEL, SERIAL 14-BIT ADCS

1027

LTC1864CS8#TRPBF

LTC1864CS8#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 16BIT SAR 8SOIC

0

AD7864AS-3

AD7864AS-3

Analog Devices, Inc.

12-BIT SAR ADC, 4 CH, PARALLEL

2451

LTC2321IUFD-16#PBF

LTC2321IUFD-16#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 16BIT SAR 28QFN

2547

AD7828LP-REEL

AD7828LP-REEL

Analog Devices, Inc.

8-BIT FLASH ADC, 8 CHANNEL

500

LTM9008IY-14#PBF

LTM9008IY-14#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 14BIT PIPELINED 140BGA

167

AD7766BRUZ-2

AD7766BRUZ-2

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 24BIT SAR 16TSSOP

3937

AD7893BR-5REEL7

AD7893BR-5REEL7

Analog Devices, Inc.

12-BIT SAR SERIAL ADC

700

LTC2344CUH-16#PBF

LTC2344CUH-16#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 16BIT SAR 32QFN

0

AD9228BCPZRL7-40

AD9228BCPZRL7-40

Analog Devices, Inc.

ADC,12-BIT, 4-CH, SERIAL

750

AD7895AR-2REEL

AD7895AR-2REEL

Analog Devices, Inc.

12-BIT SAR SERIAL ADC

2879

AD7626BCPZ-RL7

AD7626BCPZ-RL7

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 16BIT SAR 32LFCSP-WQ

4228

LTC2174IUKG-14#PBF

LTC2174IUKG-14#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 14BIT PIPELINED 52QFN

41

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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