Interface - Filters - Active

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LTC6603CUF#PBF

LTC6603CUF#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 2.5MHZ LOW PASS 24QFN

0

MAX7401CSA+

MAX7401CSA+

Maxim Integrated

IC FILTER 5KHZ LOWPASS 8SOIC

378300

LTC1164-5CSW#PBF

LTC1164-5CSW#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 20KHZ LOWPASS 16SOIC

16

PEMI2STD/HT

PEMI2STD/HT

NXP Semiconductors

DATA LINE FILTER

0

MAX7490EEE+

MAX7490EEE+

Maxim Integrated

IC FILTER 40KHZ SWITCHED 16QSOP

1897

LTC1068-200IG#TRPBF

LTC1068-200IG#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 25KHZ SWITCHED 28SSOP

0

LTC1068-50IG#TRPBF

LTC1068-50IG#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 50KHZ SWITCHED 28SSOP

0

LTC1059CN#PBF

LTC1059CN#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 40KHZ UNIV SWTCH 14DIP

0

LTC6605CDJC-7#TRPBF

LTC6605CDJC-7#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 5MHZ ANTIALIASNG 22DFN

0

LTC1069-6IS8#PBF

LTC1069-6IS8#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 14/20KHZ LOWPASS 8SOIC

64

LTC1068CN#PBF

LTC1068CN#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 50KHZ UNIV SWTCH 24DIP

142

MAX292CPA+

MAX292CPA+

Maxim Integrated

IC FILTER 25KHZ LOWPASS 8DIP

25

LTC1069-1CS8#PBF

LTC1069-1CS8#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 12KHZ LOWPASS 8SOIC

103

ML6415CS

ML6415CS

TIME FILTER, BUTTERWORTH, L/PASS

0

LTC6605CDJC-10#PBF

LTC6605CDJC-10#PBF

DUAL MATCHED 10MHZ FILTER WITH L

61

MAX274BEWI+

MAX274BEWI+

Maxim Integrated

IC FILTER 150KHZ LOWPASS 28SOIC

75325

LTC1566-1CS8#TRPBF

LTC1566-1CS8#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 2.3MHZ LOW PASS 8SOIC

0

MAX275ACWP+

MAX275ACWP+

Maxim Integrated

IC FILTER 300KHZ LOWPASS 20SOIC

82

ML6426CS4X

ML6426CS4X

TIME FILTER, BUTTERWORTH, L/PASS

19955

LTC1164-6CSW#PBF

LTC1164-6CSW#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 30KHZ ELLIPTIC 16SOIC

122

Interface - Filters - Active

1. Overview

Active filters are electronic integrated circuits (ICs) that use active components (e.g., operational amplifiers) combined with passive elements (resistors, capacitors) to selectively attenuate or amplify specific frequency ranges. Unlike passive filters, active filters can provide gain, high input impedance, and low output impedance. They are critical in modern electronics for signal conditioning, noise suppression, and frequency domain processing in communication systems, audio equipment, and industrial control systems.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Low-Pass Filter (LPF)Attenuates frequencies above cutoff; smooths signalsAudio DAC output filtering, ECG signal processing
High-Pass Filter (HPF)Blocks DC components and low-frequency noiseSpeaker crossover networks, AC coupling circuits
Band-Pass Filter (BPF)Allows frequencies within a specific rangeWireless receiver front-ends, spectral analysis
Band-Reject Filter (BRF)Attenuates a specific frequency bandPower line noise cancellation (50/60Hz), RFID systems
All-Pass FilterPhase shifting without amplitude modificationPhase equalization in data transmission, delay equalizers

3. Structure and Components

Active filters typically consist of:
- Operational Amplifiers (Op-Amps): Provide gain and buffering.
- RC Networks: Define frequency response through resistor-capacitor combinations.
- Feedback Circuits: Stabilize performance and control Q-factor.
- Power Supply Pins: For biasing active components.
Modern IC implementations integrate these elements in monolithic packages, such as 8-pin SOIC or TSSOP, with laser-trimmed precision components.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
Cutoff Frequency (fc)Frequency at -3dB pointDetermines passband boundary
Voltage Gain (Av)Amplification factorSignal strength adjustment
Quality Factor (Q)Selectivity of frequency responseControls transition band steepness
Input/Output ImpedanceMatching with external circuitsMinimizes signal reflection
Power Supply Rejection Ratio (PSRR)Noise immunity from power railsImproves signal integrity

5. Application Areas

  • Telecommunications: DSL line drivers, 5G transceivers
  • Consumer Electronics: Equalizers in smartphones, noise-canceling headphones
  • Industrial: Sensor signal conditioning in PLCs
  • Medical Devices: Biopotential amplifiers for EMG/EKG
  • Automotive: Radar signal processing in ADAS

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductsKey Features
Texas InstrumentsLMV721, PGA2500Rail-to-rail output, programmable gain
Analog DevicesLTC1564, MAX275Low-power operation, tunable cutoff
STMicroelectronicsTS272, LMC662CMOS technology, high precision
NXP SemiconductorsSAF7741, TDA7409Audio-specific filtering with DSP integration

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations include:
- Required frequency range and stability over temperature
- Power consumption constraints (e.g., portable devices)
- Package size for space-constrained applications
- Component tolerance and aging effects
- Cost vs. performance trade-offs (e.g., using switched-capacitor filters for adjustable cutoff)

8. Industry Trends

Future developments focus on:
- Higher integration with ADC/DACs and DSP cores
- Miniaturization via 3D packaging and MEMS technology
- Adaptive filters using AI-driven parameter optimization
- Enhanced radiation hardness for automotive/aerospace applications
- Energy-efficient designs for IoT edge devices

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