Data Acquisition - Analog to Digital Converters (ADC)

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
LTC2353ILX-18#PBF

LTC2353ILX-18#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 18BIT SAR 48LQFP

145

AD670JPZ

AD670JPZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

ADC, SUCCESSIVE APPROXIMATION, 8

16

LTC2238IUH#PBF

LTC2238IUH#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 10BIT PIPELINED 32QFN

0

LTC1199LCMS8#TRPBF

LTC1199LCMS8#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 10BIT SAR 8MSOP

0

AD7672KN10

AD7672KN10

Analog Devices, Inc.

12-BIT SAR 2 CHANNEL ADC

839

LTC2265CUJ-14#TRPBF

LTC2265CUJ-14#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 14BIT PIPELINED 40QFN

0

LTC2327HMS-16#TRPBF

LTC2327HMS-16#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 16BIT SAR 16MSOP

0

AD7357BRUZ-500RL7

AD7357BRUZ-500RL7

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 14BIT SAR 16TSSOP

46

MAX162BCNG

MAX162BCNG

Analog Devices, Inc.

HIGH-SPEED CMOS 12-BIT ADC

681

LTC2287CUP#TRPBF

LTC2287CUP#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 10BIT PIPELINED 64QFN

0

LTC1197LCMS8#TRPBF

LTC1197LCMS8#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 10BIT SAR 8MSOP

0

AD7693BRMZ

AD7693BRMZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 16BIT SAR 10MSOP

0

AD9637BCPZ-80

AD9637BCPZ-80

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 12BIT PIPELINED 64LFCSP

0

LTC2229CUH#TRPBF

LTC2229CUH#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 12BIT PIPELINED 32QFN

0

AD571SD/883B

AD571SD/883B

Analog Devices, Inc.

ADC, SUCCESSIVE APPROXIMATION, 1

1

AD9051BRSZRL

AD9051BRSZRL

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 10BIT PIPELINED 28SSOP

0

LTC2368CMS-24#PBF

LTC2368CMS-24#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 24BIT SAR 16MSOP

150

AD7679ACPZ

AD7679ACPZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

ADC, SUCCESSIVE APPROXIMATION, 1

120

LTC2368CDE-24#PBF

LTC2368CDE-24#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 24BIT SAR 16DFN

126

AD7870AJN

AD7870AJN

Analog Devices, Inc.

12-BIT SAR PARALLEL ADC

975

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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