MAX1246:+2.7V, Low-Power, 4-Channel, Serial 12-Bit ADCs in QSOP-16

The MAX1246/MAX1247 12-bit data-acquisition systems combine a 4-channel multiplexer, high-bandwidth track/hold, and serial interface with high conversion speed and low power consumption. The MAX1246 operates from a single +2.7V to +3.6V supply; the MAX1247 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 MAX1246/MAX1247 use either the internal clock or an external serial-interface clock to perform successive-approximation analog-to-digital conversions. The MAX1246 has an internal 2.5V reference, while the MAX1247 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 MAX1246/MAX1247, 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 MAX1246/MAX1247 are available in a 16-pin DIP and a small QSOP that occupies the same board area as an 8-pin SO. For 8-channel versions of these devices, see the MAX146/MAX147 data sheet.

Key Features
  • 4-Channel Single-Ended or 2-Channel Differential Inputs
  • Single-Supply Operation:
    • +2.7V to +3.6V (MAX1246)
    • +2.7V to +5.25V (MAX1247)
  • Internal 2.5V Reference (MAX1246)
  • 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
  • 16-Pin QSOP Package (same area as 8-pin SO)
MAX1246, MAX1247: Typical Operating Circuit
MAX1246, MAX1247: Typical Operating Circuit
Applications/Uses
  • Battery-Powered Applications
  • Data Acquisition
  • Medical Instruments
  • Pen Digitizers
  • Portable Data Logging
  • Process Control
DataSheet
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MAX1246-MAX1247 Data SheetMAX1246-MAX1247.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
MAX1246124133SARSPIBoth2.513.62.51.2570-881CDIP(N)/16
PDIP(N)/16
QSOP/16
$8.89 @1k
MAX1247-5.25CDIP(N)/16
PDIP(N)/16
QSOP/16
$7.20 @1k
Design kits & evaluation modules
Quality and Environmental Data
Related Products
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  • MAX1346:12-Bit, Multichannel ADCs/DACs with FIFO, Temperature Sensing, and GPIO Ports
  • MAX145:+2.7V, Low-Power, 2-Channel, 108ksps, Serial 12-Bit ADCs in 8-Pin µMAX
  • MAX144:+2.7V, Low-Power, 2-Channel, 108ksps, Serial 12-Bit ADCs in 8-Pin µMAX
  • MAX146:+2.7V, Low-Power, 8-Channel, Serial 12-Bit ADCs
  • MAX147:+2.7V, Low-Power, 8-Channel, Serial 12-Bit ADCs
Ordering Information
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX1246ACEENo Longer AvailableMAX1246ACEE+QSOP,;16 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX1246ACEE+ActiveQSOP,;16 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX1246ACEE+TActiveQSOP,;16 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX1246ACEE-TNo Longer AvailableMAX1246ACEE+TQSOP;16 pin0°C to +70°CSee data sheet
MAX1246ACPENo Longer AvailableMAX1246ACPE+PDIP(N),;16 pin;158.4 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX1246ACPE+ActivePDIP(N),;16 pin;158.4 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX1246AEEENo Longer AvailableMAX1246AEEE+QSOP,;16 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX1246AEEE+ActiveQSOP,;16 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX1246AEEE+TActiveQSOP;16 pin-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX1246AEEE-TNo Longer AvailableMAX1246AEEE+TQSOP;16 pin-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX1246AEPENo Longer AvailableMAX1246AEPE+PDIP(N),;16 pin;158.4 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX1246AEPE+ActivePDIP(N),;16 pin;158.4 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX1246AMJENo Longer AvailableCDIP(N),;16 pin;173.5 mm²-55°C to +125°CNo
MAX1246BCEENo Longer AvailableMAX1246BCEE+QSOP,;16 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX1246BCEE+ActiveQSOP,;16 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX1246BCEE+TActiveQSOP,;16 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX1246BCEE-TNo Longer AvailableMAX1246BCEE+TQSOP,;16 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX1246BCPENo Longer AvailableMAX1246BCPE+PDIP(N),;16 pin;158.4 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX1246BCPE+ActivePDIP(N),;16 pin;158.4 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX1246BEEENo Longer AvailableMAX1246BEEE+QSOP,;16 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX1246BEEE+ActiveQSOP,;16 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX1246BEEE+TActiveQSOP;16 pin-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX1246BEEE-TNo Longer AvailableMAX1246BEEE+TQSOP;16 pin-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX1246BEPENo Longer AvailableMAX1246BEPE+PDIP(N),;16 pin;158.4 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX1246BEPE+ActivePDIP(N),;16 pin;158.4 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX1246BMJENo Longer AvailableCDIP(N),;16 pin;173.5 mm²-55°C to +125°CNo
MAX1246EVL11-QSOPActiveEVKIT;-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
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