Overview
The MAX1236EUA+TCHV is a high-performance, low-power, 12-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) produced by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated. This device features a Successive Approximation Register (SAR) architecture, which ensures high accuracy and precision. It is designed with an I2C-compatible 2-wire serial interface, making it easy to integrate with various microcontrollers. The MAX1236EUA+TCHV is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its versatile input configurations and low power consumption.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Bits | 12 |
| Sampling Rate | 94.4 ksamples/s |
| Number of Inputs | 2, 4 |
| Input Type | Differential, Single-Ended |
| Data Interface | I2C |
| Configuration | S/H-ADC (1:1 ratio) |
| Number of A/D Converters | 1 |
| Architecture | SAR |
| Reference Type | Internal, External |
| Voltage - Supply, Analog | 5V |
| Voltage - Supply, Digital | 5V |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C |
Key Features
- High precision due to 12-bit resolution and SAR architecture
- Flexible input configuration supporting differential and single-ended inputs
- Low power consumption with AutoShutdown™ feature reducing supply current to less than 1µA at low throughput rates
- I2C-compatible 2-wire serial interface for easy integration with microcontrollers
- Selectable internal or external reference voltage
- Operational in a wide temperature range from -40°C to 85°C
Applications
- Data acquisition systems
- Industrial control systems
- Medical instruments
- Portable devices
- Robotics
Q & A
- What is the resolution of the MAX1236EUA+TCHV ADC?
The MAX1236EUA+TCHV has a 12-bit resolution. - What is the maximum sampling rate of the MAX1236EUA+TCHV?
The maximum sampling rate is 94.4 ksamples per second. - What types of input configurations are supported by the MAX1236EUA+TCHV?
The device supports both differential and single-ended input configurations. - What is the data interface used by the MAX1236EUA+TCHV?
The device uses an I2C-compatible 2-wire serial interface. - How does the AutoShutdown™ feature benefit the MAX1236EUA+TCHV?
The AutoShutdown™ feature powers down the device between conversions, reducing supply current to less than 1µA at low throughput rates. - What is the operating temperature range of the MAX1236EUA+TCHV?
The device operates in a temperature range from -40°C to 85°C. - Can the MAX1236EUA+TCHV use an external reference voltage?
Yes, the device can be configured to use an external reference voltage from 1V to VDD. - How many analog input channels does the MAX1236EUA+TCHV have?
The device has 2 to 4 analog input channels. - What is the architecture of the MAX1236EUA+TCHV ADC?
The device uses a Successive Approximation Register (SAR) architecture. - Is the MAX1236EUA+TCHV RoHS compliant?
Yes, the device is RoHS compliant according to EU regulations 2011/65/EU and 2015/863.
