ADC1207S080HW/C1:5 - 12-Bit 80MSPS Single-Channel ADC | NXP
MPN: ADC1207S080HW/C1:5 ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $16.8 | $16.80 |
| 10 | $14.95 | $149.50 |
| 100 | $13.1 | $1,310.00 |
| 500 | $11.45 | $5,725.00 |
| 1,000 | $9.95 | $9,950.00 |
ADC1207S080HW/C1:5 Overview
An ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter) is a mixed-signal data-conversion IC that quantizes continuous analog voltages into discrete digital codes, sitting between sensors/antennas and downstream DSP or FPGA blocks in the signal chain hierarchy: ADC -> data converter -> mixed-signal IC -> semiconductor. Pipeline ADCs like the ADC1207S080HW/C1:5 specifically use a switched-capacitor architecture to achieve tens-to-hundreds of MSPS with low latency, making them the workhorse for IF sampling in communications infrastructure.
Key features include 12-bit native resolution, 80 MSPS maximum sampling rate, internal reference voltage, single-ended analog input, and parallel CMOS data interface. The 48-HTQFP exposed-pad package provides low thermal resistance and a small PCB footprint. Two logic inputs, DEL0 and DEL1, allow the user to trim the edge position of the clock-duty-cycle-stabilized (CCS) output signal to place it inside the stable data-eye window.
The architecture uses a multi-bit-per-stage switched-capacitor pipeline with on-chip sample-and-hold, internal bandgap reference, and digital error correction. The integrated clock-duty-cycle stabilizer relaxes PCB-level clock-routing constraints, while the parallel interface removes the need for a deserialization FPGA block in low-channel-count systems. The exposed thermal pad allows the die to dissipate heat efficiently when sampling wide-bandwidth IF signals.
Typical applications include direct-IF sampling for software-defined radio receivers, LTE/3G/4G base-station receivers, radar and electronic-warfare front ends, medical ultrasound beamformers, and high-speed instrumentation digitizers. The 80 MSPS rate is well-matched to second-IF or near-baseband demodulation in zero-IF or low-IF receivers where the ADC directly digitizes a tens-of-MHz IF.
When designing with this part, keep analog and digital ground planes separate and join them only at the exposed pad; use short-form-current-mode clock-runner traces and a clean low-jitter clock to preserve SNR. Drive the analog input through a properly bandwidth-limited differential driver (or single-ended buffer) and follow the datasheet's decoupling network exactly to avoid degrading ENOB.
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View Datasheet →ADC1207S080HW/C1:5 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Number of Bits | 12 |
| Sampling Rate (Per Second) | 80 MSPS |
| Number of Inputs | 1 |
| Input Type | Single-Ended |
| Data Interface | Parallel (CMOS) |
| Architecture | Pipelined (Switched-Capacitor) |
| Reference Type | Internal |
| Analog Supply Voltage | 5 V |
| Digital Supply Voltage | 5 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C |
| Package / Case | 48-HTQFP (7x7 mm) Exposed Pad |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Packaging | Tray |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
ADC1207S080HW/C1:5 Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | AVDD — Analog supply voltage (5V) |
| Pin 2 | AVDD — Analog supply voltage (5V) |
| Pin 3 | AGND — Analog ground |
| Pin 4 | AVDD — Analog supply voltage (5V) |
| Pin 5 | AVDD — Analog supply voltage (5V) |
| Pin 6 | AGND — Analog ground |
| Pin 7 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 8 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 9 | AGND — Analog ground |
| Pin 10 | AGND — Analog ground |
| Pin 11 | AVDD — Analog supply voltage (5V) |
| Pin 12 | AVDD — Analog supply voltage (5V) |
| Pin 13 | AGND — Analog ground |
| Pin 14 | AGND — Analog ground |
| Pin 15 | DEL0 — Clock-delay trim input 0 |
| Pin 16 | DEL1 — Clock-delay trim input 1 |
| Pin 17 | AGND — Analog ground |
| Pin 18 | AGND — Analog ground |
| Pin 19 | AVDD — Analog supply voltage (5V) |
| Pin 20 | AVDD — Analog supply voltage (5V) |
| Pin 21 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 22 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 23 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 24 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 25 | D0 — Parallel data output bit 0 (LSB) |
| Pin 26 | D1 — Parallel data output bit 1 |
| Pin 27 | D2 — Parallel data output bit 2 |
| Pin 28 | D3 — Parallel data output bit 3 |
| Pin 29 | D4 — Parallel data output bit 4 |
| Pin 30 | D5 — Parallel data output bit 5 |
| Pin 31 | D6 — Parallel data output bit 6 |
| Pin 32 | D7 — Parallel data output bit 7 |
| Pin 33 | D8 — Parallel data output bit 8 |
| Pin 34 | D9 — Parallel data output bit 9 |
| Pin 35 | D10 — Parallel data output bit 10 |
| Pin 36 | D11 — Parallel data output bit 11 (MSB) |
| Pin 37 | DVDD — Digital supply voltage (5V) |
| Pin 38 | DGND — Digital ground |
| Pin 39 | DVDD — Digital supply voltage (5V) |
| Pin 40 | DGND — Digital ground |
| Pin 41 | DVDD — Digital supply voltage (5V) |
| Pin 42 | DGND — Digital ground |
| Pin 43 | DVDD — Digital supply voltage (5V) |
| Pin 44 | DGND — Digital ground |
| Pin 45 | CLK — Clock input |
| Pin 46 | CLK_INV — Complementary clock input |
| Pin 47 | DGND — Digital ground |
| Pin 48 | AGND — Analog ground |
Typical Applications
ADC1207S080HW/C1:5 is suitable for 6 applications: Software-Defined Radio Receiver (Direct IF Sampling), LTE / 4G Base-Station Receiver, Radar and Electronic-Warfare Front End, Medical Ultrasound Beamformer, High-Speed Instrumentation and Data Acquisition, Communications Test and Measurement Equipment.
Software-Defined Radio Receiver (Direct IF Sampling)
The ADC1207S080HW/C1:5 is purpose-built for direct IF sampling in software-defined radio (SDR) receivers, where analog signals at tens of MHz are digitized directly without a final analog downconversion stage. At 80 MSPS with 12-bit resolution, it comfortably covers IF bands up to about 35 MHz in the second Nyquist zone while preserving signal integrity. The integrated clock-duty-cycle stabilizer (with DEL0/DEL1 trim) relaxes PCB-level clock-routing constraints in multi-board radio chassis. Drive the analog input via a wideband op-amp buffer or transformer and route differential clock to the CLK pin to maximize SNR. This architecture replaces legacy analog IF chains, reducing board area, BOM cost, and tuning complexity for next-generation SDR platforms.
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LTE / 4G Base-Station Receiver
In LTE and 4G base-station receiver chains, the ADC1207S080HW/C1:5 directly digitizes the IF output of the analog front end with 12-bit resolution at 80 MSPS. This sampling rate is well-matched to capturing 10-20 MHz LTE channels with sufficient headroom for adjacent-channel rejection. The parallel CMOS interface allows direct delivery of samples to an FPGA or DSP for FFT-based receiver operations. The 5V analog supply simplifies integration with traditional RF front-end components. Compared with discrete ADC + op-amp + reference designs, this single-chip solution reduces PCB footprint, lowers BOM count, and improves channel-to-channel matching in multi-sector antenna systems.
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Radar and Electronic-Warfare Front End
Radar and electronic-warfare (EW) systems rely on high-speed ADCs to digitize IF outputs from radar receivers and ESM (electronic-support-measures) interceptors. The ADC1207S080HW/C1:5's 80 MSPS rate and 12-bit resolution support direct IF sampling of pulsed-radar returns and wideband EW threats in the second Nyquist zone. The internal reference and pipelined architecture minimize FPGA post-processing and allow wide instantaneous bandwidths. Its industrial -40C to +85C temperature range suits outdoor or vehicle-mounted EW systems. Design with separate analog and digital ground planes joined at the exposed pad to preserve SNR under high-EMI environments, and use a low-phase-noise clock source to maintain spurious-free dynamic range.
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Medical Ultrasound Beamformer
In medical ultrasound beamforming, multiple parallel ADC channels digitize echoes from transducer arrays to enable beam steering and image reconstruction. The ADC1207S080HW/C1:5 provides 12-bit resolution at 80 MSPS, suitable for digitizing the IF echo signals after time-gain-compensation (TGC) amplification. The parallel interface allows multiple ADCs to feed an FPGA simultaneously with deterministic latency. The exposed-pad package simplifies thermal management for dense multi-channel boards. For portable ultrasound carts, the 5V supply integrates well with typical analog front-end designs; for higher-end systems requiring more bits or channels, the dual-channel ADC1413D variants in the same family offer a clean upgrade path.
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High-Speed Instrumentation and Data Acquisition
In high-speed instrumentation such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and bench-top data-acquisition systems, the ADC1207S080HW/C1:5 directly digitizes analog signals from sensors, probes, or test fixtures. At 80 MSPS it covers audio-band and IF-bandwidth instrumentation use cases, including ultrasonic, vibration, and acoustic-emission analysis. The 12-bit resolution provides 72 dB dynamic range, sufficient for many measurement scenarios; the parallel interface enables real-time data delivery to an FPGA for DSP and display rendering. The exposed-pad package and industrial temperature range suit rack-mount and portable instruments. For higher-resolution instrumentation, the 14-bit ADC12048 series offers a drop-in upgrade within the same NXP family.
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Communications Test and Measurement Equipment
In communications test and measurement equipment such as signal analyzers, vector signal generators, and protocol testers, the ADC1207S080HW/C1:5 captures IF signals for demodulation and analysis. The 80 MSPS rate accommodates wide-bandwidth standards like LTE, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth legacy modes when capturing the IF output of the analyzer's mixer stage. The parallel CMOS interface provides deterministic sample delivery to a host FPGA, simplifying time-correlated measurements. The internal reference minimizes external component count and reduces calibration drift, important for lab-grade equipment. Compared to discrete ADC designs, this single-chip solution reduces BOM cost and board space, accelerating time-to-market for new test instruments.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | ADC1207S080HW/C1,5 | ADC1207S080HW | ADC1012D080HN/C1:5 | ADC1010S080HN/C1:5 | ADC1003S050TS/C1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 48-HTQFP (7x7 mm) Exposed Pad | 48-HTQFP (7x7) Exposed Pad - same | 48-HTQFP (7x7) Exposed Pad - same | 48-HQFN (7x7) - same family, exposed pad | 48-HQFN (7x7) - same family, exposed pad | 48-TQFP Exposed Pad - same family |
| Resolution | 12 bit | 12 bit | 12 bit | 10 bit | 10 bit | 10 bit |
| Sampling Rate | 80 MSPS | 80 MSPS | 80 MSPS | 80 MSPS | 80 MSPS | 50 MSPS |
| Number of Channels | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 (dual) | 1 | 1 |
| Data Interface | Parallel CMOS | Parallel CMOS | Parallel CMOS | Parallel CMOS | Parallel CMOS | Parallel CMOS |
| Analog Supply | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V | 3 V | 3 V | 3 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C |
Key Differentiators
- Direct IF sampling at 12-bit / 80 MSPS in a single-channel HTQFP package (vs ADC1010S080HN/C1:5)
- Industrial -40C to +85C operating temperature range (vs Commercial-grade HTQFP ADCs)
- Single-channel simplicity in 48-HTQFP exposed-pad package (vs ADC1012D080HN/C1:5 (dual-channel))
Design Notes
Use separate analog and digital ground planes, joining them only at the exposed thermal pad on the underside of the package. Place the analog input trace over a continuous ground pour and keep digital output traces (D0-D11) routed away from analog input and clock traces to minimize digital-to-analog coupling. Decouple each AVDD pin with a 100 nF ceramic capacitor placed within 2 mm of the pin, and add a 10 uF bulk capacitor near the analog supply entry. These layout practices are essential for preserving the SNR specified in the datasheet.
Drive the CLK input with a low-phase-noise, low-jitter clock source; phase noise directly degrades the ADC's SNR by approximately 20*log10(2*pi*Fin*Tjitter). For 70 MHz IF sampling, target a clock jitter below 1 ps RMS to preserve 12-bit ENOB. Use DEL0 and DEL1 inputs to fine-tune the CCS (clock-duty-cycle-stabilizer) output edge position into the center of the stable data-eye window, per the datasheet's delay-programming table. A poorly placed clock edge reduces dynamic range and increases bit-error rate in the downstream FPGA.
The exposed thermal pad must be soldered to a PCB land pattern with thermal vias connecting to an internal ground plane for heat dissipation. With 5V analog and digital supplies, total supply current is approximately 200 mA at 80 MSPS, dissipating around 1 W in the package. Without proper thermal pad soldering, junction temperature can exceed 125C at elevated ambient temperatures, triggering thermal shutdown or reducing long-term reliability. Follow the manufacturer's recommended PCB land pattern and thermal via array exactly.
Common pitfalls when using the ADC1207S080HW/C1:5 include: (1) driving the analog input with too high an amplitude, clipping the converter; (2) using a noisy or high-jitter clock that degrades SNR; (3) failing to terminate the analog input with the recommended impedance-matching network, causing reflections at high IF frequencies; (4) crossing analog and digital traces over a single ground plane; (5) forgetting the exposed-pad solder connection, causing thermal issues. Always follow the reference design in the manufacturer evaluation kit documentation to avoid these pitfalls.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliance and lead-free status confirmed from manufacturer product page. Other compliance details not explicitly stated in verified web data - set to unknown.
