Overview
The MAX1215EGK+TD, produced by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated, is a high-performance, monolithic 12-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC). This device is optimized for outstanding dynamic performance at high-IF frequencies up to 300MHz, making it suitable for a variety of demanding applications. The MAX1215 operates at conversion rates of up to 250Msps and consumes only 975mW of power from a single 1.8V supply. Its design supports either differential or single-ended analog input and can be AC- or DC-coupled, enhancing its versatility in different system configurations.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 12 bits |
| Conversion Rate | Up to 250Msps |
| Input Frequency Range | Up to 300MHz |
| Supply Voltage | 1.8V |
| Power Consumption | 975mW |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) | 66dB at 10MHz |
| Spurious-Free Dynamic Range (SFDR) | 72.4dBc at 250MHz input |
| Noise Floor | -67.5dBFS |
| Analog Input | Differential or single-ended, AC- or DC-coupled |
| Clock Input | Selectable on-chip divide-by-2 clock circuit, up to 340MHz |
| Digital Output | LVDS compatible, two's complement or offset binary format |
| Package | 68-pin QFN (10x10) with exposed paddle (EP) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to +85°C |
Key Features
- High dynamic performance at high-IF frequencies up to 300MHz.
- Low power consumption of 975mW from a single 1.8V supply.
- Flexible analog input configuration: differential or single-ended, AC- or DC-coupled.
- Selectable on-chip divide-by-2 clock circuit to reduce phase noise.
- LVDS compatible digital outputs with selectable data format (two's complement or offset binary).
- Excellent signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and spurious-free dynamic range (SFDR).
- Low noise floor of -67.5dBFS.
Applications
- Base-Station Power-Amplifier Linearization
- Cable Head-End Receivers
- Communications Test Equipment
- Radar and Satellite Subsystems
- Wireless and Wired Broadband Communication
Q & A
- What is the resolution of the MAX1215 ADC?
The MAX1215 is a 12-bit analog-to-digital converter. - What is the maximum conversion rate of the MAX1215?
The MAX1215 operates at conversion rates up to 250Msps. - What is the input frequency range of the MAX1215?
The MAX1215 supports input frequencies up to 300MHz. - What is the power supply requirement for the MAX1215?
The MAX1215 requires a single 1.8V supply. - How much power does the MAX1215 consume?
The MAX1215 consumes 975mW of power. - What types of analog inputs does the MAX1215 support?
The MAX1215 supports differential or single-ended analog inputs, which can be AC- or DC-coupled. - What is the noise floor of the MAX1215?
The noise floor of the MAX1215 is -67.5dBFS. - What is the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of the MAX1215?
The SNR of the MAX1215 is 66dB at 10MHz. - What is the spurious-free dynamic range (SFDR) of the MAX1215?
The SFDR of the MAX1215 is 72.4dBc at 250MHz input. - In what package is the MAX1215 available?
The MAX1215 is available in a 68-pin QFN (10x10) package with exposed paddle (EP).
