Overview
The LTC2387-16, produced by Analog Devices Inc., is a high-performance, 16-bit successive approximation register (SAR) analog-to-digital converter (ADC) designed for a wide range of applications. It operates at a sampling rate of up to 15 Msps and is known for its low noise, high speed, and excellent linearity. This ADC is particularly suited for high-speed imaging, instrumentation, and communications applications due to its wide dynamic range and minimal distortion at high input frequencies.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 16 bits |
| Sampling Rate | Up to 15 Msps |
| Converter Type | Successive Approximation Register (SAR) |
| Input Type | Differential |
| Internal Reference | 20 ppm/°C |
| Digital Interface | Serial LVDS (one-lane and two-lane output modes) |
| Package | 32-Lead QFN (5mm x 5mm x 0.75mm with EP) |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 85°C (commercial grade), -40°C to 125°C (industrial grade) |
Key Features
- Low noise and high speed operation, making it ideal for high-speed imaging and instrumentation applications.
- No-latency operation, providing a unique solution for high-speed control loop applications.
- Excellent linearity and wide dynamic range, enabling communications applications requiring significant signal bandwidth.
- Serial LVDS digital interface with one-lane and two-lane output modes to optimize data rate for various applications.
- Internal 20 ppm/°C reference for stable operation.
Applications
The LTC2387-16 is versatile and can be applied in several key areas:
- High-speed imaging: Due to its high sampling rate and low noise, it is suitable for applications such as medical imaging and industrial inspection.
- Instrumentation: Its excellent linearity and wide dynamic range make it ideal for precision measurement instruments.
- Communications: The ADC’s ability to handle high input frequencies with minimal distortion makes it suitable for communications systems requiring wide dynamic range and significant signal bandwidth.
- High-speed control loops: The no-latency operation of the LTC2387-16 makes it a unique solution for high-speed control applications.
Q & A
- What is the resolution of the LTC2387-16 ADC?
The LTC2387-16 has a resolution of 16 bits. - What is the maximum sampling rate of the LTC2387-16?
The maximum sampling rate is up to 15 Msps. - What type of converter is the LTC2387-16?
The LTC2387-16 is a successive approximation register (SAR) ADC. - What type of input does the LTC2387-16 support?
The LTC2387-16 supports differential inputs. - What is the digital interface of the LTC2387-16?
The digital interface is serial LVDS with one-lane and two-lane output modes. - What is the package type of the LTC2387-16?
The package type is a 32-Lead QFN (5mm x 5mm x 0.75mm with EP). - What are the operating temperature ranges for the LTC2387-16?
The operating temperature ranges are -40°C to 85°C (commercial grade) and -40°C to 125°C (industrial grade). - Does the LTC2387-16 have an internal reference?
Yes, the LTC2387-16 has an internal 20 ppm/°C reference. - What are some typical applications of the LTC2387-16?
Typical applications include high-speed imaging, instrumentation, communications, and high-speed control loops. - Why is the LTC2387-16 suitable for high-speed control loop applications?
The LTC2387-16 is suitable due to its no-latency operation.
