LINEAR TECHNOLOGY LTC2499 Data Sheet / Manual
Summary
This advanced 24-bit, 16-channel Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) is designed for high-precision data acquisition systems requiring superior accuracy and low noise performance. Featuring patented Easy Drive technology and a direct sensor digitizer, it supports high impedance sensors while maintaining exceptional DC linearity and operating in single supply mode. The integrated temperature sensor provides comprehensive monitoring capability. This technical manual offers engineers detailed electrical specifications, absolute maximum ratings, and operational guidelines necessary for integrating the device into industrial process control or scientific instrumentation applications.
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LTC2499
24-Bit 8-/16-Channel
DS ADC with Easy Drive Input Current Cancellation and I2C Interface
Fea Tures Descrip Tion ■ Up to Eight Differential or 16 Single-Ended Inputs
The LTC®2499 is a 16-channel (eight differential), 24-bit,
■ Easy Drive TM Technology Enables Rail-to-Rail
No Latency DSTM ADC with Easy Drive technology and a
Inputs with Zero Differential Input Current 2-wire, I2C interface. The patented sampling scheme elimi- ■ Directly Digitizes High Impedance Sensors with
nates dynamic input current errors and the shortcomings
Full Accuracy of on-chip buffering through automatic cancellation of ■ 2-Wire I2C Interface with 27 Addresses Plus One
differential input current. This allows large external source
Global Address for Synchronization impedances and rail-to-rail input signals to be directly ■ 600n V RMS Noise
digitized while maintaining exceptional DC accuracy.
■ Integrated High Accuracy Temperature Sensor
The LTC2499 includes a high accuracy, temperature
■ GND to VCC Input/Reference Common Mode Range
sensor and an integrated oscillator. This device can be
■ Programmable 50Hz, 60Hz or Simultaneous 50Hz/
configured to measure an external signal (from combi-
60Hz Rejection Mode
nations of 16 analog input channels operating in single-
■ 2ppm INL, No Missing Codes
ended or differential modes) or its internal temperature
■ 1ppm Offset and 15ppm Full-Scale Error
sensor. The integrated temperature sensor offers 1/30th
■ 2x Speed/Reduced Power Mode (15Hz Using Internal
°C resolution and 2°C absolute accuracy.
Oscillator and 80µA at 7.5Hz Output) AB SO LU TE RR OR (° C)
■ No Latency: Digital Filter Settles in a Single Cycle, The LTC2499 allows a wide common mode input range
Even After a New Channel Is Selected (0V to VCC), independent of the reference voltage. Any
■ Single Supply 2.7V to 5.5V Operation (0.8m W) combination of single-ended or differential inputs can ■ Internal Oscillator be selected and the first conversion, after a new channel ■ Tiny 5mm × 7mm QFN Package is selected, is valid. Access to the multiplexer output en-
ables optional external amplifiers to be shared between all applica Tions analog inputs and auto calibration continuously removes their associated offset and drift.
■ Direct Sensor Digitizer
, LT, LTC and LTM are registered trademarks of Linear Technology Corporation.
■ Direct Temperature Measurement
No Latency DS and Easy Drive are trademarks of Linear Technology Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
■ Instrumentation
■ Industrial Process Control
Typical applica Tion
Integrated High Performance Temperature Sensor
Data Acquisition System with Temperature Compensation
2.7V TO 5.5V
CH0 VCCMUXOUT/ 10µF 0.1µF
CH1 ADCIN
REF+ 1.7k
CH7 IN+ 16-CHANNEL SDA CH8 24-BIT ∆Σ ADC 2-WIRE –1
WITH EASY DRIVE I2C INTERFACE
REF –3
TEMPERATURE FO
MUXOUT/ –5
SENSOR OSC
ADCIN –55 –30 –5
2499 TA01 TEMPERATURE (°C)
2499 TA02
2499fa
Page Summary Contents For LINEAR TECHNOLOGY LTC2499 Data Sheet / Manual
Manual Details
| Brand | Linear |
|---|---|
| Pages | 32 |
| File Size | 606.58 KB |
| Published | July 15, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the noise floor of the LTC2499 ADC?
It offers a low noise of 600nV RMS.
How does the device handle offset and drift?
Auto calibration continuously removes associated offset and drift from the input signals.
What kind of interfacing features are available for synchronization?
It utilizes a 2-wire I²C interface with up to 27 global addresses for synchronization.
Does the unit have precise temperature measurement capabilities?
Yes, it includes a high accuracy integrated temperature sensor with 1/30th °C resolution and 2°C absolute accuracy.