Overview
The LTC2460IMS#PBF is a high-precision, 16-bit delta-sigma analog-to-digital converter (ADC) produced by Analog Devices Inc. This ultra-tiny ADC is designed for applications requiring high accuracy and low power consumption. It features an integrated precision reference and communicates through an SPI interface. The device is available in a compact 12-pin MSOP or DFN 3mm × 3mm package, making it suitable for space-constrained designs.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 16 bits |
| Input Type | Single-ended (LTC2460), Differential (LTC2462) |
| Input Range | 0V to VREF (LTC2460), ±VREF (LTC2462) |
| Voltage Supply | 2.7V to 5.5V |
| Data Interface | SPI |
| Integrated Reference | 1.25V with 2ppm/°C drift and 0.1% initial accuracy |
| Conversion Rate | 60 conversions per second |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
| Package Type | 12-pin MSOP, 12-pin DFN 3mm × 3mm |
| Power Consumption (Standby) | 200nA when ADC and reference are powered down |
Key Features
- Ultra-tiny package options (12-pin MSOP and DFN 3mm × 3mm) for space-constrained designs.
- Integrated precision reference with 2ppm/°C drift and 0.1% initial accuracy.
- Single-ended (LTC2460) or differential (LTC2462) input configurations.
- Low power consumption with automatic power-down of the ADC and reference after each conversion.
- Continuous internal offset and full-scale calibration algorithms for maintained accuracy over time and temperature.
- Proprietary input sampling scheme reducing average input current significantly compared to conventional delta-sigma converters.
- No latency for multiplexed applications due to integrated oscillator.
Applications
The LTC2460IMS#PBF is suitable for a variety of applications requiring high precision and low power consumption, such as:
- Industrial automation and control systems.
- Medical devices and diagnostic equipment.
- Aerospace and defense systems.
- Automotive sensors and control systems.
- High-precision data acquisition systems.
Q & A
- What is the resolution of the LTC2460IMS#PBF?
The LTC2460IMS#PBF has a resolution of 16 bits. - What is the input type of the LTC2460?
The LTC2460 is single-ended with an input range of 0V to VREF. - What is the voltage supply range for the LTC2460IMS#PBF?
The voltage supply range is from 2.7V to 5.5V. - What is the data interface used by the LTC2460IMS#PBF?
The data interface is SPI. - What is the conversion rate of the LTC2460IMS#PBF?
The conversion rate is 60 conversions per second. - What is the operating temperature range of the LTC2460IMS#PBF?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to 85°C. - How does the LTC2460IMS#PBF manage power consumption?
The device automatically powers down the ADC and reference after each conversion, reducing the supply current to 200nA in standby mode. - What calibration features does the LTC2460IMS#PBF include?
The device includes continuous internal offset and full-scale calibration algorithms. - What package types are available for the LTC2460IMS#PBF?
The device is available in 12-pin MSOP and 12-pin DFN 3mm × 3mm packages. - What are some typical applications for the LTC2460IMS#PBF?
Typical applications include industrial automation, medical devices, aerospace and defense systems, automotive sensors, and high-precision data acquisition systems.
