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MAXIM MAX1185 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs

Summary

The MAX1185 is a high-performance, low-power dual 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) operating at 20Msps. Engineered for demanding applications, it offers excellent dynamic performance and features single 3V operation with an internal reference. This guide provides comprehensive technical specifications, detailing operational modes, signal input/output configurations, absolute maximum ratings, and pin assignments. It is the perfect solution for engineers in fields such as medical imaging, video processing, instrumentation, and complex digital communication systems needing reliable, energy-efficient data conversion.

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19-2175; Rev 3; 5/11

Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs General Description Features

The MAX1185 is a 3V, dual 10-bit analog-to-digital con- Single 3V Operation verter (ADC) featuring fully-differential wideband track- Excellent Dynamic Performance:

and-hold (T/H) inputs, driving two pipelined, nine-stage 59.5d B SNR at f IN = 7.5MHz

ADCs. The MAX1185 is optimized for low-power, high 74d B SFDR at f IN = 7.5MHz dynamic performance applications in imaging, instru- Low Power: mentation, and digital communication applications. This 35m A (Normal Operation) ADC operates from a single 2.7V to 3.6V supply, con- 2.8m A (Sleep Mode) suming only 105m W while delivering a typical signal-to- 1µA (Shutdown Mode)

noise ratio (SNR) of 59.5d B at an input frequency of 0.02d B Gain and 0.25° Phase Matching 7.5MHz and a sampling rate of 20Msps. Digital outputs Wide ±1Vp-p Differential Analog Input Voltage A and B are updated alternating on the rising (CHA) Range and falling (CHB) edge of the clock. The T/H driven 400MHz, -3d B Input Bandwidth input stages incorporate 400MHz (-3d B) input ampli-

On-Chip 2.048V Precision Bandgap Reference

fiers. The converters may also be operated with single-

Single 10-Bit Bus for Multiplexed, Digital Outputs

ended inputs. In addition to low operating power, the

User-Selectable Output Format—Two’s

MAX1185 features a 2.8m A sleep mode as well as a

Complement or Offset Binary

1µA power-down mode to conserve power during idle

48-Pin TQFP Package with Exposed Pad for

periods.

Improved Thermal Dissipation

An internal 2.048V precision bandgap reference sets

Ordering Information

the full-scale range of the ADC. A flexible reference structure allows the use of this internal or an externally TEMP

PART PIN-PACKAGE

GN RE FN

derived reference, if desired for applications requiring RANGE

RE FP

increased accuracy or a different input voltage range.

RE FI MAX1185ECM -40°C to +85°C 48 TQFP-EP*

The MAX1185 features parallel, multiplexed, CMOS- GN RE FO UT

MAX1185ECM+ -40°C to +85°C 48 TQFP-EP*

compatible three-state outputs. The digital output for- T/ D9 A/

SL EE D8 A/ MAX1185ECM/V+ -40°C to +85°C 48 TQFP-EP*

mat can be set to two’s complement or straight offset

PD D7 A/ *EP = Exposed pad.

binary through a single control pin. The device provides

OE D6 A/ +Denotes a lead(Pb)-free/Ro HS-compliant package.

for a separate output power supply of 1.7V to 3.6V for

N. C. D5 A/ /V denotes an automotive qualified part.

flexible interfacing. The MAX1185 is available in a 7mm N. C. D4 A/

Pin-Compatible Versions table at end of data sheet.

x 7mm, 48-pin TQFP package, and is specified for the N. C. D3 A/

D2 A/ Pin Configuration

extended industrial (-40°C to +85°C) temperature N. C.

range. Pin-compatible, nonmultiplexed. high-speed versions of the MAX1185 are also available. Refer to the MAX1180 data sheet for 105Msps, the MAX1181 data sheet for

COM D1A/B

80Msps, the MAX1182 data sheet for 65Msps, the

VDD D0A/B

MAX1183 data sheet for 40Msps, and the MAX1184

GND OGND

data sheet for 20Msps.

INA+ OVDD INA- OVDD VDD OGND

GND MAX1185 A/B

Applications

INB- N.C. High Resolution Imaging INB+ N.C. GND N.C.

I/Q Channel Digitization EP

VDD N.C. CLK N.C.

Multichannel IF Sampling Instrumentation Video Application Ultrasound 48 TQFP-EP

NOTE: THE PIN 1 INDICATOR FOR LEAD-FREE PACKAGES IS REPLACED BY A "+" SIGN.

Maxim Integrated Products

For pricing, delivery, and ordering information, please contact Maxim Direct at 1-888-629-4642, or visit Maxim’s website at www.maxim-ic.com.

Page Summary Contents For MAXIM MAX1185 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs

Page 1 19-2175; Rev 3; 5/11 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs General Description Features The MAX1185 is a 3V, dual 10-bit analog-to-digital con...
Page 2 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS VDD, OVDD to GND ...............................................-0.3V to +3.6V ...
Page 3 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (continued) (VDD = 3V, OVDD = 2.5V, 0.1µF and 1µF capacitors from REFP, REFN,...
Page 4 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (continued) (VDD = 3V, OVDD = 2.5V, 0.1µF and 1µF capacitors from REFP, REFN,...
Page 5 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (continued) (VDD = 3V, OVDD = 2.5V, 0.1µF and 1µF capacitors from REFP, REFN,...
Page 6 SI NA (d B) AM PL IT UD (d B) AM PL IT UD (d B) Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs Typical Operating Characteristics (VDD = 3V, OVDD = 2.5V...
Page 7 IN (L SB SI NA (d B) GA IN (d B) Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs Typical Operating Characteristics (continued) (VDD = 3V, OVDD = 2.5V, V...
Page 8 DD (μ A) OF FS ET RR OR FS Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs EO UT (V Typical Operating Characteristics (continued) (VDD = 3V, OVDD = 2.5V...
Page 9 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs Pin Description PIN NAME FUNCTION COM Common-Mode Voltage Input/Output. Bypass to GND with a ≥ 0.1µF cap...
Page 10 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs Pin Description (continued) PIN NAME FUNCTION Three-State Digital Output, Bit 6. Depending on status of ...
Page 11 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs VIN VOUTx2Σ VIN VOUTx2Σ FLASH FLASH DAC DAC ADC ADC 1.5 BITS 1.5 BITS 2-BIT FLASH 2-BIT FLASH ADC ADC ST...
Page 12 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs Analog Inputs and Reference The MAX1185 clock input operates with a voltage thresh- Configurations old s...
Page 13 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs 5 CLOCK-CYCLE LATENCY (CHA), 5.5 CLOCK-CYCLE LATENCY (CHB) t CLK t CL t CH t DOB t DOA A/B CHB CHA CHB C...
Page 14 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs Table 1. MAX1185 Output Codes For Differential Inputs STRAIGHT OFFSET DIFFERENTIAL INPUT DIFFERENTIAL TW...
Page 15 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs LOWPASS FILTER MAX4108 300Ω 0.1μF RIS0 INPUT LOWPASS FILTER MAX4108 MAX4108 INA- RIS0 CIN 0.1μF 50Ω 22p ...
Page 16 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs N.C. COM MINICIRCUITS TT1–6 MAX1185 MINICIRCUITS TT1–6 Figure 6. Transformer-Coupled Input Drive Static ...
Page 17 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs 1kΩ RISO MAX4108 RISO 50Ω CIN 22p F MAX1185 1kΩ RISO MAX4108 RISO 50Ω CIN 22p F Figure 7. Using an Op Am...
Page 18 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs MAX2451 MAX1185 POST PROCESSING INB+ INB- CHA AND CHB DATA DOWNCONVERTER ALTERNATINGLY ÷8 AVAILABLE ON 1...
Page 19 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs Functional Diagram VDD OGND GND OVDD PIPELINE DEC MUX A/B CLK CONTROL OUTPUT T/H DECPIPELINE D0A/B–D9A/B...
Page 20 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs Package Information For the latest package outline information and land patterns (footprints), go to www...
Page 21 Dual 10-Bit, 20Msps, 3V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference and Multiplexed Parallel Outputs Revision History REVISION REVISION PAGES DESCRIPTION NUMBER DATE CHANGED 4/10 Added automotive qualified...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical power consumption ratings for the MAX1185?

It operates at 35mA in Normal Operation, consumes only 2.8mA in Sleep Mode, and just 1µA in Shutdown Mode.

Does this ADC maintain accuracy across various temperatures?

The device is rated for an operating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.

What high-level performance metrics does the MAX1185 deliver?

It offers up to 59.5dB SNR at 7.5MHz and a sampling rate of 20Msps, with a 400MHz bandwidth.

How can the user customize the input voltage range?

The ADC supports using an internal precision bandgap reference or incorporating an external reference for increased accuracy.