MAX1246BCEE - 12-Bit, 133ksps, 4-Ch SAR ADC | Maxim Integrated
Référence : MAX1246BCEE ✓ Actif| Qté | Prix unitaire | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $12.45 | $12,45 |
| 10 | $11.2 | $112,00 |
| 100 | $9.85 | $985,00 |
| 500 | $8.4 | $4 200,00 |
| 1 000 | $7.1 | $7 100,00 |
MAX1246BCEE Présentation
A SAR ADC is a type of analog-to-digital converter that uses a binary search algorithm with an internal capacitive DAC and a comparator to resolve one bit per clock cycle, delivering deterministic latency and excellent DC accuracy without pipeline delay. SAR ADCs are widely favored for multiplexed multi-channel data acquisition systems where precise, low-noise measurements of slowly-changing sensor signals are required, occupying a position above general-purpose integrating ADCs and below higher-speed pipeline ADCs in the data-converter hierarchy.
Key specifications include ±1 LSB INL (B-grade), ±1 LSB DNL (no missing codes), an internal 2.048V reference, a hardware SHDN-bar pin plus software-controlled power-down that drops supply current to under 1 µA between conversions, and an external differential reference option. The MAX1246 family also provides automatic end-of-conversion shutdown for true micropower operation, making it well suited to battery-powered instrumentation.
The 16-QSOP pinout exposes AIN0–AIN3 (or AIN0/1+ and AIN2/3-), REF, REFADJ, SHDN-bar, CS-bar, SCLK, DOUT, and DGND/SGND. Hardware-programmable channel-count and reference mode pins allow the same silicon to be configured as 2-channel differential or 4-channel single-ended without software overhead.
Typical applications include portable data loggers, 4-20 mA loop-powered sensors, battery stack monitors, isolated transducer front ends, panel meters, and medical instrumentation front ends. For multi-rail designs needing more channels or higher speed, consider the MAX1230 family; for lower-power 8-channel needs, the MAX1247 is pin-compatible.
Designers should place 0.1 µF ceramic bypass close to VDD and REF, route AIN traces away from SCLK/DOUT, and use the SHDN-bar pin to gate conversions for sub-microamp idle current. Compared with the MAX1246AEEE+, the B-grade guarantees tighter ±1 LSB INL/DNL across the full operating range.
Alternatives de remplacement direct pour MAX1246BCEE — même boîtier, compatible broche à broche. Les références à boîtier différent nécessitant une retouche du PCB sont exclues.
Variantes de cette série
Modèles de la même série directement compatibles avec MAX1246BCEE (même facteur de forme et même empreinte) — différant par Architecture, Input Type, Operating Temperature, Resolution.
Outil de comparaison rapide — sélectionnez des références alternatives pour une comparaison côte à côte :
MAX1246BCEE+T
✅ Remplacement direct📋 Alternative de référence (hors catalogue)
MAX1246ACEE+
✅ Remplacement direct📋 Alternative de référence (hors catalogue)
MAX1246AEEE+
✅ Remplacement direct📋 Alternative de référence (hors catalogue)
MAX1246AEEE+T
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MAX1247CEE+
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MAX1246BCEE Valeurs maximales et caractéristiques électriques
| Résolution | 12 bit |
| Fréquence d'échantillonnage | 133 ksps |
| Number of Input Channels | 2 differential / 4 single-ended |
| Input Type | Differential, Single-Ended |
| Tension d'alimentation | +2.7 V to +3.6 V |
| Supply Current (full throughput) | 0.9 mA typ |
| Power Consumption | 2.7 mW at 133 ksps |
| Courant d'arrêt | < 1 µA |
| INL (B-grade) | ±1 LSB (max) |
| DNL (B-grade) | ±1 LSB (no missing codes) |
| Internal Reference | 2.048 V |
| Data Interface | SPI / QSPI / MICROWIRE-compatible serial |
| Configuration | MUX-S/H-ADC |
| Architecture | SAR |
| Boîtier | 16-pin QSOP |
| Température de fonctionnement | 0°C to +70°C (commercial) |
| Statut RoHS | Compliant |
Configuration des broches de MAX1246BCEE
| Broche 1 | AIN0 — Analog input channel 0 |
| Broche 2 | AIN1 — Analog input channel 1 |
| Broche 3 | AIN2 — Analog input channel 2 |
| Broche 4 | AIN3 — Analog input channel 3 |
| Broche 5 | SGND — Signal ground |
| Broche 6 | REFADJ — Reference adjust / external reference select |
| Broche 7 | REF — Reference bypass / external reference input |
| Broche 8 | VDD — Positive supply (+2.7 V to +3.6 V) |
| Broche 9 | SCLK — Serial clock input |
| Broche 10 | CS-bar — Active-low chip select |
| Broche 11 | DOUT — Serial data output |
| Broche 12 | SHDN-bar — Active-low hardware shutdown |
| Broche 13 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Broche 14 | DGND — Digital ground |
| Broche 15 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Broche 16 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
Applications typiques
MAX1246BCEE convient pour 6 applications: Portable Data Loggers, 4-20 mA Loop-Powered Sensors, Battery Stack Monitors, Panel Meters and Digital Multimeters, Medical Instrumentation Front Ends, Industrial Isolated Transducer Front Ends.
Portable Data Loggers
The MAX1246BCEE is well suited for handheld 4-channel data loggers digitizing thermocouples, RTDs, and battery voltages. Its 12-bit resolution, ±1 LSB INL (B-grade), and 133 ksps throughput let it capture multi-sensor bursts without aliasing, while the integrated 4:1 MUX eliminates an external analog switch. At 2.7 mW full-speed power and <1 µA in shutdown, it lets the logger sleep for months on a single CR2032 cell. The SHDN-bar pin enables firmware to gate conversions, so the same silicon can also serve 2-wire loop-powered loggers.
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4-20 mA Loop-Powered Sensors
In 2-wire 4-20 mA loop transmitters the MAX1246BCEE digitizes the sensor bridge with a 12-bit, ±1 LSB DNL core while drawing only 2.7 mW. Its 2.7 V minimum supply lets it run directly off the 12-24 V loop after a small shunt regulator, and the internal 2.048 V reference is calibrated for ratiometric measurement of strain gauges and RTDs. SHDN-bar plus auto power-down between conversions keeps loop current budget under 3 mA, leaving the 4-20 mA signal range untouched for live transmission back to the PLC.
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Battery Stack Monitors
Battery-management boards for lithium-ion packs use the MAX1246BCEE to digitize per-cell voltages and pack current at 133 ksps with ±1 LSB DNL. The internal MUX accepts up to four cell-sense inputs without an external switch, simplifying the BMS BOM, while the 2.7 V minimum supply rides directly on the lowest cell rail. The SHDN-bar pin is asserted between cell scans so total quiescent draw drops below 1 µA, extending shelf life. Built-in internal reference also reduces external components in cost-sensitive BMS modules.
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Panel Meters and Digital Multimeters
Handheld digital multimeters and panel meters rely on the MAX1246BCEE for its 12-bit ±1 LSB INL B-grade accuracy and 4-channel muxed input. The internal 2.048 V reference allows direct measurement of low-voltage signals after a precision resistor divider, and the SPI-compatible serial interface is easy to drive from low-cost 8-bit microcontrollers. The <1 µA shutdown current extends battery life between measurements, and the QSOP-16 footprint is small enough for sub-100 mm² meter PCBs.
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Medical Instrumentation Front Ends
Patient monitors, infusion pumps, and portable diagnostic devices use the MAX1246BCEE to digitize sensor outputs from thermistors, pulse oximeters, and pressure transducers. The 12-bit B-grade INL/DNL guarantees clinical accuracy over the full commercial temperature range, and the 2.7 V minimum supply supports single-cell lithium or 2x alkaline operation. SPI/QSPI compatibility enables firmware to integrate cleanly with low-power ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers, and the <1 µA shutdown supports strict IEC 60601 idle-current budgets in battery-powered carts.
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Industrial Isolated Transducer Front Ends
Isolated current, voltage, and temperature transducers digitize on the field side with the MAX1246BCEE before crossing an isolation barrier. The QSOP-16 package fits inside the small transducer head, and the 12-bit ±1 LSB B-grade accuracy meets Class 0.5 metering requirements. SPI output drives an isolator such as a digital isolator or opto-coupler with minimal firmware overhead, and the integrated MUX handles up to four sense channels per chip. The 2.7-3.6 V supply is conveniently compatible with 3.3 V isolated rails.
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Guide de sélection
Comparaison avec les alternatives
| Paramètre | Ce produit | MAX1246BCEE+T | MAX1246ACEE+ | MAX1246AEEE+ | MAX1246AEEE+T | MAX1247CEE+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Analog Devices (Maxim Integrated) | Analog Devices (Maxim Integrated) | Analog Devices (Maxim Integrated) | Analog Devices (Maxim Integrated) | Analog Devices (Maxim Integrated) | Analog Devices (Maxim Integrated) |
| Package | 16-QSOP | 16-QSOP - same | 16-QSOP - same | 16-QSOP - same | 16-QSOP - same | 16-QSOP - same |
| Resolution | 12 bit | 12 bit | 12 bit | 12 bit | 12 bit | 12 bit |
| Sampling Rate | 133 ksps | 133 ksps | 133 ksps | 133 ksps | 133 ksps | 133 ksps |
| Input Channels (single-ended / differential) | 4 / 2 | 4 / 2 | 4 / 2 | 4 / 2 | 4 / 2 | 8 / 4 |
| DNL (no missing codes) | ±1 LSB | ±1 LSB | ±1 LSB | ±1 LSB | ±1 LSB | ±1 LSB |
| Supply Voltage | +2.7 V to +3.6 V | +2.7 V to +3.6 V | +2.7 V to +3.6 V | +2.7 V to +3.6 V | +2.7 V to +3.6 V | +2.7 V to +3.6 V |
| Internal Reference | 2.048 V | 2.048 V | 2.048 V | 2.048 V | 2.048 V | 2.048 V |
Principaux différenciateurs
- B-grade INL/DNL with no missing codes (vs MAX1246ACEE+)
- 4-channel internal MUX in QSOP-16 (vs MAX1247CEE+)
- Hardware SHDN-bar plus auto end-of-conversion power-down (vs MAX1246AEEE+)
Notes de conception
Place a 0.1 µF X7R ceramic bypass capacitor within 5 mm of the VDD pin and a 10 µF tantalum or ceramic bulk capacitor at the board supply input. The MAX1246BCEE draws 0.9 mA typ at 133 ksps, so a small ferrite bead on the VDD trace improves noise rejection from upstream switching regulators. Use the SHDN-bar pin to gate conversions; pulling it low drops quiescent current below 1 µA per the datasheet, so battery-powered designs should idle in shutdown whenever idle.
Route AIN0-AIN3 traces symmetrically and away from SCLK/DOUT to avoid digital coupling. Use a star ground topology with SGND and DGND joined only at the ADC GND pins to prevent ground-loop noise from coupling into the reference. The QSOP-16 package has a 0.635 mm pitch, so use 0.20 mm/0.25 mm trace-and-space design rules and a continuous ground pour under the part to act as a guard ring for analog traces.
Do not leave REF un-bypassed: a 4.7 µF tantalum plus 0.1 µF ceramic on REF is required for low noise. Avoid applying analog inputs before VDD is stable; the part latches up if any AIN pin exceeds VDD + 0.3 V. When switching to external reference mode, drive REFADJ before CS-bar falling edge per datasheet timing. Finally, do not exceed the 133 ksps throughput even briefly - the internal S/H settling becomes the bottleneck above rated speed.
Informations de conformité
RoHS compliant and lead-free per Maxim/ADI material declaration. AEC-Q100 not applicable (commercial grade). For automotive applications, consult Maxim/ADI for available AEC-Q100 qualified SAR ADCs in the MAX11xx/MAX12xx families.
