Overview
The ADS7816UC/2K5 from Texas Instruments is a 12-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) designed for high-performance applications. This device is part of the Data Acquisition range of Integrated Circuits and is suited for industrial and commercial use, where accurate and fast conversion of analog signals to digital data is required. It features a single-input, single-channel architecture, making it ideal for monitoring temperature, pressure, vibration, or other process parameters. The ADC operates over a wide temperature range from -40°C to 85°C and supports a sampling rate of 200k samples per second.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments |
| Package / Case | SOIC-8 |
| Resolution | 12 bit |
| Number of Channels | 1 Channel |
| Sampling Rate | 200 kS/s |
| Interface Type | 3-Wire, SPI |
| Input Type | Pseudo-Differential |
| Architecture | SAR (Successive Approximation Register) |
| Analog Supply Voltage | 4.5 V to 5.25 V |
| Digital Supply Voltage | 4.5 V to 5.25 V |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | -40°C |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | +85°C |
| Reference Type | External |
| Power Consumption | 1.9 mW |
| SINAD - Signal to Noise and Distortion Ratio | 72 dB |
| DNL - Differential Nonlinearity | +/- 0.75 LSB |
| INL - Integral Nonlinearity | +/- 1 LSB |
Key Features
- 12-bit resolution
- Single-input architecture
- SAR (Successive Approximation Register) architecture
- SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) data interface
- External reference input
- Operating temperature range: -40°C to 85°C
- Low power operation with automatic power down
- Micro power consumption: 1.9 mW at 200kHz and 150µW at 12.5kHz
- Differential input
- Available in 8-pin SOIC, mini-DIP, and MSOP packages
Applications
- Industrial process control systems
- Medical equipment monitoring
- Aerospace and defense applications
- Automotive sensor systems
- Building automation and control systems
- Battery-operated systems
- Remote and isolated data acquisition
Q & A
- What is the resolution of the ADS7816UC/2K5 ADC?
The ADS7816UC/2K5 has a 12-bit resolution. - What is the sampling rate of the ADS7816UC/2K5?
The sampling rate is 200k samples per second. - What type of interface does the ADS7816UC/2K5 use?
The device uses a 3-Wire, SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) data interface. - What is the operating temperature range of the ADS7816UC/2K5?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to 85°C. - What type of input does the ADS7816UC/2K5 support?
The device supports pseudo-differential input. - What is the power consumption of the ADS7816UC/2K5 at 200kHz sampling rate?
The power consumption is 1.9 mW at 200kHz. - Does the ADS7816UC/2K5 support automatic power down?
Yes, it supports automatic power down. - What are the common applications of the ADS7816UC/2K5?
Common applications include industrial process control, medical equipment monitoring, aerospace and defense, automotive sensor systems, and building automation. - What type of reference input does the ADS7816UC/2K5 use?
The device uses an external reference input. - How can I obtain the datasheet for the ADS7816UC/2K5?
You can obtain the datasheet from the official Texas Instruments website or from authorized distributors like Heisener or Ovaga.
