MAX1221:12-Bit, Multichannel ADCs/DACs with FIFO, Temperature Sensing, and GPIO Ports

The MAX1221/MAX1223/MAX1343 integrate a multichannel, 12-bit, analog-to-digital converter (ADC) and a 12-bit, digital-to-analog converter (DAC) in a single IC. The devices also include a temperature sensor and configurable general-purpose I/O ports (GPIOs) with a 25MHz SPI™-/QSPI™-/MICROWIRE™-compatible serial interface. The ADC is available in a 12 or an eight input-channel version. The DAC outputs settle within 2.0µs, and the ADC has a 225ksps conversion rate. All devices include an internal reference (2.5V) providing a well-regulated, low-noise reference for both the ADC and DAC. Programmable reference modes for the ADC and DAC allow the use of an internal reference, an external reference, or a combination of both. Features such as an internal ±1°C accurate temperature sensor, FIFO, scan modes, programmable internal or external clock modes, data averaging, and AutoShutdown™ allow users to minimize both power consumption and processor requirements. The low glitch energy (4nV•s) and low digital feedthrough (0.5nV•s) of the integrated DACs make these devices ideal for digital control of fast-response closed-loop systems. The devices are guaranteed to operate with a supply voltage from +2.7V to +5.25V. The devices consume 2.5mA at 225ksps throughput, only 22µA at 1ksps throughput, and under 0.2µA in the shutdown mode. The MAX1221/MAX1343 offer four GPIOs that can be configured as inputs or outputs. The MAX1221/MAX1223/MAX1343 are available in 36-pin thin QFN packages. All devices are specified over the -40°C to +85°C temperature range.

Key Features
  • 12-Bit, 225ksps ADC
    • Analog Multiplexer with True-Differential Track/Hold (T/H)
    • 12 Single-Ended Channels or Six Differential Channels (Unipolar or Bipolar) (MAX1223)
    • Eight Single-Ended Channels or Four Differential Channels (Unipolar or Bipolar) (MAX1221/MAX1343)
    • Excellent Accuracy: ±0.5 LSB INL, ±0.5 LSB DNL
  • 12-Bit, Octal, 2µs Settling DAC (MAX1221/MAX1223)
    • Ultra-Low Glitch Energy (4nV•s)
    • Power-Up Options from Zero Scale or Full Scale
    • Excellent Accuracy: ±0.5 LSB INL
  • Internal Reference or External Single-Ended/Differential Reference
    • Internal Reference Voltage 2.5V
  • Internal ±1°C Accurate Temperature Sensor
  • On-Chip FIFO Capable of Storing 16 ADC Conversion Results and One Temperature Result
  • On-Chip Channel-Scan Mode and Internal Data-Averaging Features
  • Analog Single-Supply Operation
    • +2.7V to +5.25V
  • 2.7V to AVDD Digital Supply
  • 25MHz, SPI/QSPI/MICROWIRE Serial Interface
  • AutoShutdown Between Conversions
  • Low-Power ADC
    • 2.5mA at 225ksps
    • 22µA at 1ksps
    • 0.2µA at Shutdown
  • Low-Power DAC: 1.5mA
  • Evaluation Kit Available (Order MAX1258EVKIT)
MAX1221, MAX1223, MAX1343: Functional Diagram
MAX1221, MAX1223, MAX1343: Functional Diagram
Applications/Uses
  • Closed-Loop Controls for Optical Components and Base Stations
  • Data Acquisition Systems
  • System Supervision and Control
DataSheet
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MAX1221-MAX1343 Data SheetMAX1221-MAX1343.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)
SNR
(dB)
THD
(dB)
INL
(±LSB)
Package/PinsBudgetary
Price
ADCmaxnominalminmaxmaxmaxSee Notes
MAX1221128300SARSPIBoth2.515.252.52.570-760.5TQFN/36$18.86 @500
MAX12231270TQFN/36$13.99 @1k
MAX13438-TQFN/36$15.09 @1k
Quality and Environmental Data
Related Products
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  • MAX11628:12-Bit, 300ksps ADCs with FIFO and Internal Reference
  • MAX1230:12-Bit 300ksps ADCs with FIFO, Temp Sensor, Internal Reference
  • MAX1231:12-Bit 300ksps ADCs with FIFO, Temp Sensor, Internal Reference
  • MAX146:+2.7V, Low-Power, 8-Channel, Serial 12-Bit ADCs
Ordering Information
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX1221BETXNo Longer AvailableMAX1221BETX+TQFN,;36 pin;37.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX1221BETX+ActiveTQFN,;36 pin;37.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX1221BETX+TActiveQFN;-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX1221BETX-TNo Longer AvailableMAX1221BETX+TQFN;-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX1221-MAX1343.pdf MAX1343
MAX1221.pdf MAX1221
MAX1221-MAX1343.pdf MAX1223