Overview
The KAD2710C-17Q68 is a high-performance, 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) produced by Renesas Electronics America Inc. This component is part of a family of ADCs known for their low power consumption and high dynamic performance. The KAD2710C-17Q68 is designed using Intersil’s proprietary FemtoCharge™ technology on a standard CMOS process, ensuring high efficiency and accuracy. It operates at a sample rate of 170 MSPS and is suitable for a wide range of high-speed data acquisition applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Conditions | Min | Max | Units | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Analog Input Full-Scale Range | VFS | 1.4 | 1.5 | 1.6 | Vp-p | |
| Power Requirements - 1.8V Analog Supply Voltage | AVDD2 | 1.7 | 1.8 | 1.9 | V | |
| Power Requirements - 3.3V Analog Supply Voltage | AVDD3 | 3.15 | 3.3 | 3.45 | V | |
| Power Requirements - 1.8V Digital Supply Voltage | OVDD | 1.7 | 1.8 | 1.9 | V | |
| Sampling Rate | fSAMPLE | 170 | MSPS | |||
| Number of Bits | 10 | |||||
| Input Type | Differential | |||||
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C | °C | ||||
| Package / Case | 68-VFQFN Exposed Pad |
Key Features
- High dynamic performance with a Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) of 55.6 dBFS at fIN = 138 MHz and fSAMPLE = 170 MSPS.
- Low power consumption of less than 265 mW at 170 MSPS.
- Over-range indicator for monitoring input signal levels.
- Selectable divide-by-2 input clock divider for flexibility in clocking.
- LVDs-compatible or LVCMOS outputs.
- Pipelined architecture with 24 sample clocks to produce a result and digital error correction, resulting in a total latency of 28 clock cycles.
- Self-calibration at power-up to minimize gain and offset errors.
Applications
- High-performance data acquisition systems.
- Portable oscilloscopes.
- Medical imaging devices.
- Cable head ends.
- Power-amplifier linearization.
- Radar and satellite antenna array processing.
- Broadband communications.
- Point-to-point microwave systems.
- Communications test equipment.
Q & A
- What is the sampling rate of the KAD2710C-17Q68?
The KAD2710C-17Q68 operates at a sampling rate of 170 MSPS. - What is the resolution of the KAD2710C-17Q68?
The KAD2710C-17Q68 is a 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter. - What is the power consumption of the KAD2710C-17Q68 at 170 MSPS?
The power consumption is less than 265 mW at 170 MSPS. - What type of input does the KAD2710C-17Q68 support?
The KAD2710C-17Q68 supports differential analog inputs. - What is the operating temperature range of the KAD2710C-17Q68?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C. - What package type is the KAD2710C-17Q68 available in?
The KAD2710C-17Q68 is available in a 68-VFQFN Exposed Pad package. - Does the KAD2710C-17Q68 have an over-range indicator?
Yes, the KAD2710C-17Q68 includes an over-range indicator. - What type of output interfaces does the KAD2710C-17Q68 support?
The KAD2710C-17Q68 supports LVDS-compatible or LVCMOS outputs. - How does the KAD2710C-17Q68 handle calibration?
The KAD2710C-17Q68 performs self-calibration at power-up to minimize gain and offset errors. - What is the latency of the KAD2710C-17Q68?
The total latency is 28 clock cycles due to the pipelined architecture and digital error correction.
