Interface - Filters - Active

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
LTC1067-50CS#PBF

LTC1067-50CS#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 40KHZ SWITCHED 16SOIC

165

LTC1164CSW#TRPBF

LTC1164CSW#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 20KHZ SWITCHED 24SOIC

0

AD896JR-13N

AD896JR-13N

Analog Devices, Inc.

CONTINUOUS TIME FILTER

1176

LTC1562IG-2#PBF

LTC1562IG-2#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 300KHZ UNIV 20SSOP

562

LTC1068-50CG#TRPBF

LTC1068-50CG#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 50KHZ SWITCHED 28SSOP

0

MAX7432AEUD

MAX7432AEUD

Analog Devices, Inc.

SD VIDEO RECONSTRUCTION FILTER

3500

LTC1560-1IS8#TRPBF

LTC1560-1IS8#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 1MHZ CONT LOPASS 8SOIC

0

LTC1064-7CSW#PBF

LTC1064-7CSW#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 100KHZ LINEAR 16SOIC

0

LTC1566-1CS8#PBF

LTC1566-1CS8#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 2.3MHZ LOW PASS 8SOIC

81

LTC1164-5CN#PBF

LTC1164-5CN#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 20KHZ BUTTER 14DIP

0

ADMV8420ACPZ

ADMV8420ACPZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

10 TO 20 GHZ TUNABLE BPF

11

LTC1069-6CS8#TRPBF

LTC1069-6CS8#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 14/20KHZ LOWPASS 8SOIC

0

ADA4424-6ARUZ

ADA4424-6ARUZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

6-CHANNEL SD/ED/HD VIDEO FILTER

30554

LTC1063CSW#TRPBF

LTC1063CSW#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 50KHZ LOWPASS 16SOIC

0

MAX296CSA

MAX296CSA

Analog Devices, Inc.

LOWPASS SWTCHED-CAPACITOR FILTER

40

MAX7481ETI+

MAX7481ETI+

Analog Devices, Inc.

VIDEO FILTER/BUFFER

9693

LTC1064-1ACN#PBF

LTC1064-1ACN#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 20KHZ LOWPASS 14DIP

0

MAX7432EUD

MAX7432EUD

Analog Devices, Inc.

SD VIDEO FILTER AND BUFFER

6103

LTC1069-7IS8#PBF

LTC1069-7IS8#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FILTER 200KHZ LINEAR PH 8SOIC

182

MAX292EWE-G90095

MAX292EWE-G90095

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX292 8TH-ORDER, LOWPASS, SWITC

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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