Overview
The STHV1600L, produced by STMicroelectronics, is a high-speed, monolithic transmitter designed for advanced ultrasound applications. This device features 16 independent channels, each capable of generating 5-level high voltage pulses up to ±100 V and ±2/±4 A current. It integrates digital beamforming, allowing for precise steering of the ultrasound beam with a resolution as low as 5 ns. The STHV1600L is housed in a 144-pin LFBGA package and operates within a temperature range of 0°C to 80°C, making it suitable for various medical and industrial ultrasound imaging applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Number of Channels | 16 |
| Output Voltage | Up to ±100 V |
| Output Current | Up to ±2 A / ±4 A |
| Operating Frequency | Up to 30 MHz |
| Package Type | LFBGA-144 (10x10x1.4 mm) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 80°C |
| RoHS Compliance | Ecopack2 |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) | 3 (168 Hours) |
| Terminal Finish | Tin/Silver/Copper (Sn/Ag/Cu) |
Key Features
- Digital beamforming with a resolution as low as 5 ns for accurate beam steering and focusing.
- Integrated T/R switch with 9 Ω ON resistance and 28 pF parasitic capacitance.
- Active RTZ circuit (Clamp) for high OFF isolation between the high-voltage transmitter and the low-voltage receiver.
- Anti-leakage, anti-memory block, thermal sensors, and recirculation current protection.
- Programmable power management to optimize performance.
- Embedded volatile memory (64 kbit) to store transmission patterns.
- Waveform compression and repetition algorithm.
- Device control via serial interface with clock frequency up to 200 MHz.
- Noise blocking diode function, thermal protection, and undervoltage protection.
- Low thermal resistance and latch-up free due to HV SOI technology.
Applications
- Medical ultrasound imaging.
- Pulse waveform generators.
- NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) ultrasound transmission.
- Piezoelectric transducer drivers.
Q & A
- What is the STHV1600L used for?
The STHV1600L is used for medical ultrasound imaging, pulse waveform generators, NDT ultrasound transmission, and piezoelectric transducer drivers.
- How many channels does the STHV1600L have?
The STHV1600L has 16 independent channels.
- What is the maximum output voltage of the STHV1600L?
The maximum output voltage is up to ±100 V.
- What is the maximum output current of the STHV1600L?
The maximum output current is up to ±2 A / ±4 A.
- What is the operating frequency range of the STHV1600L?
The operating frequency range is up to 30 MHz.
- What type of package does the STHV1600L come in?
The STHV1600L comes in a 144-pin LFBGA package (10x10x1.4 mm).
- What is the operating temperature range of the STHV1600L?
The operating temperature range is from 0°C to 80°C.
- Does the STHV1600L support digital beamforming?
- What kind of protection features does the STHV1600L have?
The STHV1600L has anti-leakage, anti-memory block, thermal sensors, recirculation current protection, and undervoltage protection.
- How is the device controlled?
The device is controlled via a serial interface with a clock frequency up to 200 MHz.
