MAX146:+2.7V, Low-Power, 8-Channel, Serial 12-Bit ADCs

The MAX146/MAX147 12-bit data-acquisition systems combine an 8-channel multiplexer, high-bandwidth track/hold, and serial interface with high conversion speed and low power consumption. The MAX146 operates from a single +2.7V to +3.6V supply; the MAX147 operates from a single +2.7V to +5.25V supply. Both devices' analog inputs are software configurable for unipolar/bipolar and single-ended/differential operation. The 4-wire serial interface connects directly to SPI™/ QSPI™ and MICROWIRE™ devices without external logic. A serial strobe output allows direct connection to TMS320-family digital signal processors. The MAX146/MAX147 use either the internal clock or an external serial-interface clock to perform successive-approximation analog-to-digital conversions. The MAX146 has an internal 2.5V reference, while the MAX147 requires an external reference. Both parts have a reference-buffer amplifier with a ±1.5% voltage-adjustment range. These devices provide a hard-wired SHDN-bar pin and a software-selectable power-down, and can be programmed to automatically shut down at the end of a conversion. Accessing the serial interface automatically powers up the MAX146/MAX147, and the quick turn-on time allows them to be shut down between all conversions. This technique can cut supply current to under 60µA at reduced sampling rates. The MAX146/MAX147 are available in 20-pin DIP and SSOP packages. For 4-channel versions of these devices, see the MAX1246/MAX1247 data sheet.

Key Features
  • 8-Channel Single-Ended or 4-Channel Differential Inputs
  • Single-Supply Operation
    • +2.7V to +3.6V (MAX146)
    • +2.7V to +5.25V (MAX147)
  • Internal 2.5V Reference (MAX146)
  • Low Power
    • 1.2mA (133ksps, 3V supply)
    • 54µA (1ksps, 3V supply)
    • 1µA (power-down mode)
  • SPI/QSPI/MICROWIRE/TMS320-Compatible 4-Wire Serial Interface
  • Software-Configurable Unipolar or Bipolar Inputs
  • 20-Pin DIP/SSOP Packages
MAX146, MAX147: Typical Operating Circuit
MAX146, MAX147: Typical Operating Circuit
Applications/Uses
  • Battery-Powered Applications
  • Data Acquisition
  • Medical Instruments
  • Pen Digitizers
  • Portable Data Logging
  • Process Control
DataSheet
titleDownload file
MAX146-MAX147 Data SheetMAX146-MAX147.pdf
Parametrics
Part NumberResolution
(bits)
Input Chan.Conv. Rate
(ksps)
ADC ArchitectureData BusDiff/S.E. InputInternal VREF
(V)
External VREF
(V)
External VREF
(V)
Unipolar VIN
(V)
Bipolar VIN
(±V)
THD
(dB)
INL
(±LSB)
Package/PinsBudgetary
Price
ADCmaxnominalminmaxmaxmaxSee Notes
MAX146128133SARSPIBoth2.513.62.51.25-881CDIP(N)/20
PDIP(N)/20
SSOP/20
$9.04 @1k
MAX1475.25CDIP(N)/20
PDIP(N)/20
SSOP/20
$2.81 @1k
Design kits & evaluation modules
Quality and Environmental Data
Related Products
  • MAX11637:12-Bit, 300ksps ADCs with Differential Track/Hold, and Internal Reference
  • MAX11629:12-Bit, 300ksps ADCs with FIFO and Internal Reference
  • MAX144:+2.7V, Low-Power, 2-Channel, 108ksps, Serial 12-Bit ADCs in 8-Pin µMAX
  • MAX1246:+2.7V, Low-Power, 4-Channel, Serial 12-Bit ADCs in QSOP-16
Ordering Information
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX146ACAPNo Longer AvailableMAX146ACAP+SSOP,;20 pin;57.9 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX146ACAP+ActiveSSOP,;20 pin;57.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX146ACAP+TActiveSSOP,;20 pin;57.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX146ACAP-TNo Longer AvailableMAX146ACAP+TSSOP;20 pin0°C to +70°CSee data sheet
MAX146ACPPNo Longer AvailableMAX146ACPP+PDIP(N),;20 pin;219.2 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX146ACPP+ActivePDIP(N),;20 pin;219.2 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX146AEAPNo Longer AvailableMAX146AEAP+SSOP,;20 pin;57.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX146AEAP+ActiveSSOP,;20 pin;57.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX146AEAP+TActiveSSOP,;20 pin;57.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX146AEAP-TNo Longer AvailableMAX146AEAP+TSSOP;20 pin-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX146AEPPNo Longer AvailableMAX146AEPP+PDIP(N),;20 pin;219.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX146AEPP+ActivePDIP(N),;20 pin;219.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX146AMJPNo Longer AvailableCDIP(N),;20 pin;218.9 mm²-55°C to +125°CNo
MAX146BCAPNo Longer AvailableMAX146BCAP+SSOP,;20 pin;57.9 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX146BCAP+ActiveSSOP,;20 pin;57.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX146BCAP+TActiveSSOP,;20 pin;57.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX146BCAP-TNo Longer AvailableMAX146BCAP+TSSOP,;20 pin;57.9 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX146BCPPNo Longer AvailableMAX146BCPP+PDIP(N),;20 pin;219.2 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX146BCPP+ActivePDIP(N),;20 pin;219.2 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX146BEAPNo Longer AvailableMAX146BEAP+SSOP,;20 pin;57.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX146BEAP+ActiveSSOP,;20 pin;57.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX146BEAP+TActiveSSOP,;20 pin;57.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX146BEAP-TNo Longer AvailableMAX146BEAP+TSSOP,;20 pin;57.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX146BEAP/GH9No Longer AvailableMAX146BEAP+SSOP,;20 pin;57.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX146BEAP/GH9-TNo Longer AvailableMAX146BEAP+SSOP,;20 pin;57.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX146BEPPNo Longer AvailableMAX146BEPP+PDIP(N),;20 pin;219.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX146BEPP+ActivePDIP(N),;20 pin;219.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX146BMJPNo Longer AvailableCDIP(N),;20 pin;218.9 mm²-55°C to +125°CNo
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