Date: 11/11/2009

8-/10-/12-bit ADCs offering flexibility in resolution selection

Maxim has introduced the MAX11600-MAX11617 multichannel ADCs with an internal voltage reference. Available in 188ksps, 8-bit (MAX11600-05) and 94.4ksps, 10-/12-bit (MAX11606-17) configurations, this family of ADCs provides designers with the flexibility in selecting resolution, channel count (4/8/12), supply voltage (2.7V to 3.6V/4.5V to 5.5V), and reference voltage (2.048V/4.096V).

These ADCs are software configurable to support either unipolar or bipolar inputs, and single-ended or differential operation. Pin compatibility between many of the devices allows designers to change resolution and channel count without redesigning their board or control software. The MAX11600-17 are ideal for automotive designs, portable/battery-powered electronics, solar-powered systems, and system-monitoring applications.

This family of ADCs consume 350µA of current at 188ksps or 8µA at data rates of 10ksps or less and also feature AutoShutdown to power down the ADCs between conversions, reducing supply current to less than 1µA at low throughput rates.

Operating temperature range: -40°C to +85°C

Package:
MAX11602-05, MAX11608-11, MAX11614-17: Pin-compatible 16-pin QSOP package
MAX11606/07/12/13: 8-pin µMAX package
MAX11600/01: 8-pin SOT23 package

Price: Starts at $1.40 for 1k pieces

For more details visit www.maxim-ic.com

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