HI-7159A: Microprocessor-Compatible, 5-1/2 Digit A/D Converter

The Intersil HI-7159A is a monolithic A/D converter that uses a unique dual slope technique which allows it to resolve input changes as small as 1 part in 200,000 (10µV) without the use of critical external components. Its digital autozeroing feature virtually eliminates zero drift over temperature. The device is fabricated in Intersil' proprietary low noise BiMOS process, resulting in exceptional linearity and noise performance. The HI-7159A's resolution can be switched between a high resolution 200,000 count (51/2 digit) mode, and a high speed 20,000 count (41/2 digit) mode without any hardware modifications. In the 41/2 digit uncompensated mode, speeds of 60 conversions per second can be achieved. The HI-7159A is designed to be easily interfaced with most microprocessors through either of its three serial and one parallel interface modes. In the serial modes, any one of four common baud rates is available.

Key Features
  • ±200,000 Count A/D Converter
  • 2V Full Scale Reading With 10µV Resolution
  • 15 Conversions Per Second in 51/2 Digit Mode
  • 60 Conversions Per Second in 41/2 Digit Mode
  • Serial or Parallel Interface Modes
  • Four Selectable Baud Rates
  • Differential Analog Input
  • Differential Reference Input
  • Digital Autozero
Applications
  • Weigh Scales
  • Part Counting Scales
  • Laboratory Instruments
  • Process Control/Monitoring
  • Energy Management
  • Seismic Monitoring
Typical Diagram
Application Notes
TitleTypeUpdatedSizeOther Languages
AN9510: Basic Analog for Digital DesignersPDF13 Nov 2014285 KB
AN017: The Integrating A/D ConverterPDF13 Nov 201499 KB
Datasheets
TitleTypeUpdatedSizeOther Languages
HI-7159A DatasheetPDF14 Nov 2014209 KB
Order Information
Part NumberPackage TypeWeight(g)PinsMSL RatingPeak Temp (°C)RoHS Status
HI3-7159A-528 Ld PDIP4.3928N/ANA
HI3-7159A-5Z28 Ld PDIP4.3928N/ANARoHS
HI-7159A Datasheet 14 Nov 2014
AN9510: Basic Analog for Digital Designers 13 Nov 2014
AN017: The Integrating A/D Converter 13 Nov 2014