Overview
The KAD2710L-17Q68 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 known for their low power consumption and high dynamic performance. The KAD2710L-17Q68 is designed using Intersil’s proprietary FemtoCharge™ technology on a standard CMOS process, making it an industry leader in terms of power efficiency and performance. It offers a sampling rate of 170 million samples per second (MSPS) and is suitable for a wide range of high-speed data acquisition applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Bits | 10 | |
| Sampling Rate (Per Second) | 170M | MSPS |
| Number of Inputs | 1 | |
| Input Type | Differential | |
| Data Interface | LVDS - Parallel, Parallel | |
| Architecture | Pipelined | |
| Reference Type | External, Internal | |
| Voltage - Supply, Analog | 1.7V ~ 1.9V, 3.15V ~ 3.45V | V |
| Voltage - Supply, Digital | 1.7V ~ 1.9V | V |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 85°C | °C |
| Package / Case | 68-VFQFN Exposed Pad | |
| Power Consumption | < 280mW at 170MSPS | mW |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) | 55.6dBFS at fIN = 138MHz | dBFS |
Key Features
- High dynamic performance with a Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) of 55.6dBFS at an input frequency of 138MHz.
- Low power consumption, typically less than 280mW at 170MSPS.
- Selectable divide-by-2 input clock divider.
- Over-range indicator for monitoring input signal levels.
- Support for both external and internal reference voltages.
- LVDS-compatible and LVCMOS outputs.
- Pipelined architecture for high-speed data conversion.
Applications
- High-performance data acquisition systems.
- Portable oscilloscopes.
- Medical imaging equipment.
- Cable head ends.
- Power-amplifier linearization.
- Radar and satellite antenna array processing.
- Broadband communications systems.
- Point-to-point microwave systems.
- Communications test equipment.
Q & A
- What is the sampling rate of the KAD2710L-17Q68 ADC?
The KAD2710L-17Q68 has a sampling rate of 170 million samples per second (MSPS).
- What is the power consumption of the KAD2710L-17Q68 at 170MSPS?
The power consumption is typically less than 280mW at 170MSPS.
- What type of input does the KAD2710L-17Q68 support?
The device supports differential analog inputs.
- What are the operating temperature ranges for the KAD2710L-17Q68?
The device operates over a temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.
- What is the architecture of the KAD2710L-17Q68 ADC?
The KAD2710L-17Q68 uses a pipelined architecture.
- Does the KAD2710L-17Q68 support both external and internal reference voltages?
- What is the package type of the KAD2710L-17Q68?
The device is packaged in a 68-VFQFN exposed pad package.
- What are some common applications for the KAD2710L-17Q68?
Common applications include high-performance data acquisition, medical imaging, and broadband communications.
- Does the KAD2710L-17Q68 have an over-range indicator?
- What type of data interface does the KAD2710L-17Q68 support?
The device supports LVDS and parallel data interfaces.
