Overview
The KAD2710C-21Q68 is a high-performance, 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) produced by Renesas Electronics America Inc. This device is part of a family of ADCs that offer low power consumption and high dynamic performance. The KAD2710C-21Q68 is designed using Intersil’s proprietary FemtoCharge™ technology on a standard CMOS process, making it an industry leader in low power, high-speed ADCs. It operates at a sample rate of 210 MSPS and is known for its high signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and low power dissipation, making it suitable for a wide range of high-performance applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Conditions | Min | Typ | 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 | 210 | MSPS | |||
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) | SNR | fIN = Nyquist at -0.5dBFS | 55.6 | dBFS | ||
| Power Consumption | PD | fSAMPLE = 210MSPS | 265 | mW | ||
| Operating Temperature Range | TA | -40 | 85 | °C | ||
| Package Type | 68-VFQFN Exposed Pad |
Key Features
- High dynamic performance with a SNR of 55.6dBFS at fIN = 138MHz and fSAMPLE = 210MSPS.
- Low power consumption of less than 265mW at 210MSPS.
- Over-range indicator for monitoring input signal levels.
- Selectable divide-by-2 input clock divider for flexibility in clocking.
- Pipelined architecture with 24 sample clocks and digital error correction, resulting in a total latency of 28 clock cycles.
- Self-calibration at power-up to minimize gain and offset errors.
- LVDS-compatible or LVCMOS outputs.
- Differential analog input with a full-scale range of 1.5VP-P.
Applications
- High-Performance Data Acquisition
- Portable Oscilloscope
- Medical Imaging
- 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-21Q68? The sampling rate of the KAD2710C-21Q68 is 210 MSPS.
- What is the power consumption of the KAD2710C-21Q68 at 210MSPS? The power consumption is less than 265mW at 210MSPS.
- What is the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of the KAD2710C-21Q68? The SNR is 55.6dBFS at fIN = 138MHz and fSAMPLE = 210MSPS.
- What type of package does the KAD2710C-21Q68 come in? The KAD2710C-21Q68 comes in a 68-VFQFN Exposed Pad package.
- What is the operating temperature range of the KAD2710C-21Q68? The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C.
- Does the KAD2710C-21Q68 have an over-range indicator? Yes, it includes an over-range indicator for monitoring input signal levels.
- What type of output does the KAD2710C-21Q68 support? It supports LVDS-compatible or LVCMOS outputs.
- How does the KAD2710C-21Q68 minimize gain and offset errors? It performs a self-calibration at power-up to minimize gain and offset errors.
- What is the latency of the KAD2710C-21Q68? The total latency is 28 clock cycles due to the pipelined architecture and digital error correction.
- Is the KAD2710C-21Q68 RoHS compliant? Yes, the KAD2710C-21Q68 is RoHS compliant.
