Overview
The MAX1242BCSA+ is a low-power, 10-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) produced by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated. This component operates with a single supply voltage ranging from +2.7V to +5.25V and is available in an 8-pin SOIC package. It features a successive-approximation ADC with a conversion time of 7.5µs and a fast track/hold time of 1.5µs. The device includes an on-chip clock and a high-speed, 3-wire serial interface, making it suitable for various applications requiring efficient and precise analog-to-digital conversion.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 10 bits |
| Sampling Rate | 73 kS/s |
| Input Type | Single-Ended |
| Architecture | SAR (Successive Approximation Register) |
| Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR) | 66 dB |
| Supply Voltage | +2.7V to +5.25V |
| Power Consumption | 3mW (VDD = 3V) at 73ksps |
| Shutdown Current | 2µA |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0°C to +70°C |
| Package Type | 8-SOIC |
Key Features
- Low power consumption of 3mW at 73ksps with a shutdown mode of 2µA for reduced power at slower throughput rates.
- Fast track/hold time of 1.5µs and conversion time of 7.5µs.
- On-chip clock and high-speed, 3-wire serial interface.
- Internal 2.5V reference voltage for MAX1242 models; external reference required for MAX1243 models.
- Single supply operation from +2.7V to +5.25V.
Applications
The MAX1242BCSA+ is suitable for a variety of applications that require low-power, high-speed analog-to-digital conversion. These include:
- Portable and battery-powered devices due to its low power consumption.
- Industrial control systems where precise and fast analog-to-digital conversion is necessary.
- Medical devices that require high accuracy and low noise.
- Automotive systems where robustness and reliability are crucial.
Q & A
- What is the resolution of the MAX1242BCSA+ ADC?
The MAX1242BCSA+ has a resolution of 10 bits. - What is the maximum sampling rate of the MAX1242BCSA+?
The maximum sampling rate is 73 kS/s. - What type of input does the MAX1242BCSA+ support?
The MAX1242BCSA+ supports single-ended inputs. - What is the architecture of the MAX1242BCSA+ ADC?
The architecture is SAR (Successive Approximation Register). - What is the signal to noise ratio (SNR) of the MAX1242BCSA+?
The SNR is 66 dB. - What is the supply voltage range for the MAX1242BCSA+?
The supply voltage range is from +2.7V to +5.25V. - How much power does the MAX1242BCSA+ consume at 73ksps?
The power consumption is 3mW at VDD = 3V and 73ksps. - What is the shutdown current of the MAX1242BCSA+?
The shutdown current is 2µA. - What is the operating temperature range for the MAX1242BCSA+?
The operating temperature range is from 0°C to +70°C. - In what package type is the MAX1242BCSA+ available?
The MAX1242BCSA+ is available in an 8-SOIC package.
