Texas Instruments - ADS7818 Data Sheet
Summary
This 12-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (A/D) is designed for high-speed, low-power data acquisition in portable electronics. Featuring a 500kHz throughput rate and internal reference, the ADS7818 is ideal for battery-operated systems such as wireless communication devices, spectrum analyzers, and data loggers. The accompanying manual provides comprehensive technical specifications, detailing performance metrics, operating modes (including power-down), and physical parameters required for professional integration in demanding industrial and scientific applications.
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ADS7818 ADS7818
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12-Bit High Speed Low Power Sampling ANALOG-TO-DIGITAL CONVERTER
FEATURES DESCRIPTION 500k Hz THROUGHPUT RATE The ADS7818 is a 12-bit sampling analog-to-digital
converter (A/D) complete with sample/hold, internal
2.5V INTERNAL REFERENCE
2.5V reference, and synchronous serial interface. Typi-
LOW POWER: 11m W
cal power dissipation is 11m W at a 500k Hz through-
SINGLE SUPPLY +5V OPERATION
put rate. The device can be placed into a power down
DIFFERENTIAL INPUT mode which reduces dissipation to just 2.5m W. The
input range is zero to two times the reference voltage,
SERIAL INTERFACE
and the internal reference can be overdriven by an
GUARANTEED NO MISSING CODES
external voltage.
MINI-DIP-8 AND MSOP-8
Low power, small size, and high-speed make the
UNIPOLAR INPUT RANGE
ADS7818 ideal for battery operated systems such as wireless communication devices, portable multi-chan- APPLICATIONS nel data loggers, and spectrum analyzers. The serial interface also provides low-cost isolation for remote
BATTERY OPERATED SYSTEMS
data acquisition. The ADS7818 is available in a plas-
DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING tic mini-DIP-8 or an MSOP-8 package and is guaran-
teed over the –40°C to +85°C temperature range.
HIGH SPEED DATA ACQUISITION WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS
CDAC Serial –In Interface DATA
Comparator S/H Amp
Buffer Internal +2.5V Ref
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Manual Details
| Brand | Texas Instruments |
|---|---|
| Pages | 15 |
| File Size | 178.12 KB |
| Published | June 18, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the operational resolution and throughput rate of the ADC?
The ADS7818 is a 12-bit sampling analog-to-digital converter with a throughput rate up to 500kHz.
Is this device suitable for battery-powered applications?
Yes, its low power consumption, small size, and internal features make it ideal for portable data loggers and wireless communication systems.
How can I minimize power consumption when the system is inactive?
The device can be placed into a Power Down mode, which reduces dissipation to just 2.5mW.
What is the guaranteed operating temperature range?
The ADS7818 is guaranteed to operate over a wide temperature range of –40°C to +85°C.