Interface - Filters - Active

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
MAX293CWE

MAX293CWE

Analog Devices, Inc.

SWITCHED CAPACITOR FILTER, 1 FUN

1331

LTC1164CN#PBF

LTC1164CN#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 20KHZ UNIV SWTCH 24DIP

60

LTC1065ISW#PBF

LTC1065ISW#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 50KHZ LOWPASS 16SOIC

0

LTC1064-3CN#PBF

LTC1064-3CN#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 95KHZ LOWPASS 14DIP

0

MAX7423EUA

MAX7423EUA

Analog Devices, Inc.

SWITCHED-CAPACITOR FILTER

0

LTC1064-1CSW#TRPBF

LTC1064-1CSW#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 20KHZ LOWPASS 16SOIC

0

LT1568IGN#PBF

LT1568IGN#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 200KHZ BANDPASS 16SSOP

385

MAX7438ETP

MAX7438ETP

Analog Devices, Inc.

3-CH VIDEO RECONSTRUCTION FILTER

83

MXL1062CN8

MXL1062CN8

Analog Devices, Inc.

5TH ORDER, LOWPASS FILTER

2409

MAX275ACWP

MAX275ACWP

Analog Devices, Inc.

CONTINUOUS-TIME ACTIVE FILTER

25

LTC1569CS8-7#TRPBF

LTC1569CS8-7#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 300KHZ LINEAR PH 8SOIC

0

LTC1067-50IS#PBF

LTC1067-50IS#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 40KHZ SWITCHED 16SOIC

0

MAX7430EUB

MAX7430EUB

Analog Devices, Inc.

SD VIDEO RECONSTRUCTION FILTER

6318

LTC1565-31IS8#TRPBF

LTC1565-31IS8#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 650KHZ LINEAR PH 8SOIC

0

LTC1563-2CGN#PBF

LTC1563-2CGN#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 256KHZ LOWPASS 16SSOP

2361

LTC1564IG#TRPBF

LTC1564IG#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTR 150KHZ ANTIALIAS 16SSOP

0

LTC1069-1CN8#PBF

LTC1069-1CN8#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 12KHZ LOWPASS 8DIP

0

MAX7414EUA

MAX7414EUA

Analog Devices, Inc.

SWITCHED-CAPACITOR FILTER

0

MAX295MJA

MAX295MJA

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX295 8TH-ORDER, LOWPASS, SWITC

501

LTC1164-6CSW#TRPBF

LTC1164-6CSW#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 30KHZ ELLIPTIC 16SOIC

0

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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