ADC1213D105HN-C18 - Dual 12-bit 105MSPS ADC, JESD204A | Renesas
MPN: ADC1213D105HN-C18 ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $65.2 | $65.20 |
| 10 | $58.5 | $585.00 |
| 100 | $49.75 | $4,975.00 |
| 500 | $44.2 | $22,100.00 |
| 1,000 | $39.95 | $39,950.00 |
ADC1213D105HN-C18 Overview
What is a high-speed pipelined ADC? A pipelined analog-to-digital converter is a multi-stage architecture that converts analog samples at high rates by passing each sample through a sequence of low-resolution stages with inter-stage residue amplification and digital error correction. Pipelined ADCs dominate the 10 MSPS to 500 MSPS speed range and are used whenever wide analog bandwidth and high spurious-free dynamic range (SFDR) must coexist with low per-channel power. They sit at the bottom of the data-converter hierarchy: ADC -> pipelined ADC -> high-speed data converter -> mixed-signal IC -> semiconductor.
Key headline specifications include 12-bit resolution, 105 MSPS sampling rate (dual), a JESD204A serial data interface (1 to 4 lanes configurable), and an analog input bandwidth that supports intermediate-frequency (IF) sampling. The pipelined core delivers excellent dynamic performance with low-latency digital output, while the integrated serializer replaces parallel LVDS buses, simplifying PCB routing and reducing EMI in dense multi-channel designs.
The ADC1213D105HN-C18 is intended for applications that demand simultaneous sampling of two analog inputs, such as diversity receivers, I/Q digitizers, medical imaging front-ends, and multi-antenna base stations. Its JESD204A output enables deterministic latency and deterministic board-to-board synchronization, which is critical for phased-array radar, MIMO wireless infrastructure, and high-channel-count ultrasound systems.
When designing with this part, allocate the exposed pad (EP) of the VFQFPN as a solid thermal and ground pour, since the serializer dissipates additional power relative to parallel-output ADCs. Use the SYSREF and SYNC~ inputs to align multiple converters in larger arrays, and verify the JESD204A link parameters (L, M, F, K, S) in the FPGA IP core before committing to a layout. The dual-channel integration halves board area versus two discrete 12-bit ADCs.
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View Datasheet →ADC1213D105HN-C18 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Resolution | 12 bit |
| Number of Channels | 2 (dual, simultaneous sampling) |
| Sampling Rate (per channel) | 105 MSPS |
| Sampling Rate (per second) | 105M |
| Architecture | Pipelined |
| Data Interface | Serial JESD204A (configurable lanes) |
| Input Type | Differential analog inputs |
| Number of Inputs | 2 |
| Package | 56-VFQFPN exposed pad (8x8 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Packaging | Tape & Reel |
ADC1213D105HN-C18 56-vfqfpn exposed pad (8x8 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for ADC1213D105HN-C18 (56-vfqfpn exposed pad (8x8 mm) package). This analog component features input, output, and power supply pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for offset null, compensation, and enable pin configurations. Ideal for signal conditioning and amplifier circuits.
No detailed pinout data available for ADC1213D105HN-C18.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
ADC1213D105HN-C18 is suitable for 6 applications: Multi-Antenna Wireless Base Station Receiver, Software-Defined Radio (SDR) and I/Q Digitizer, Medical Ultrasound Beamformer Front-End, Phased-Array Radar and EW Receiver, Industrial High-Speed Test and Measurement, Broadband Communications Test Equipment.
Multi-Antenna Wireless Base Station Receiver
The ADC1213D105HN-C18 is well matched to multi-antenna 4G/5G base-station receiver chains that require simultaneous sampling of two diversity channels at IF. Each 12-bit channel at 105 MSPS provides approximately 70 dBFS of dynamic range, sufficient to digitize 20 MHz LTE and early 5G NR carriers without a dedicated SAW filter stack. The JESD204A interface consolidates both channels onto 1-4 serial lanes, dramatically reducing FPGA pin count versus a parallel-LVDS ADC. The 56-VFQFPN 8x8 mm footprint allows the part to be placed near each antenna, minimizing analog trace length and preserving SNR. Use the SYSREF input to align multiple ADC1213D105HN-C18 devices across a multi-sector site for coherent MIMO processing.
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Software-Defined Radio (SDR) and I/Q Digitizer
In an SDR, the ADC1213D105HN-C18 simultaneously samples I and Q baseband signals after a quadrature demodulator, preserving channel balance and time alignment. Its dual 105 MSPS channels accommodate signal bandwidths up to about 50 MHz at 2x oversampling, suitable for narrowband tactical radios, public-safety transceivers, and broadband signal-intelligence receivers. The 12-bit resolution provides a usable dynamic range of approximately 70 dBFS in real-world conditions, and the JESD204A interface streams both channels directly to an FPGA DSP fabric for channelization, demodulation, and decoding. The 56-VFQFPN exposed-pad package simplifies thermal design in sealed SDR enclosures.
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Medical Ultrasound Beamformer Front-End
The ADC1213D105HN-C18's dual-channel simultaneous sampling supports ultrasound transducer arrays where each channel pair captures the in-phase and quadrature components of the returning echo. Operating at 105 MSPS per channel, the converter preserves the 8-12 MHz typical medical-imaging bandwidth with ample headroom for harmonic imaging modes. JESD204A output enables high-channel-count systems (32, 64, 128 elements) by linking many ADCs over a small number of lanes to a central FPGA, reducing cable complexity in the probe head. The 12-bit dynamic range is appropriate for echo amplitudes spanning roughly 60 dB of dynamic range in B-mode imaging.
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Phased-Array Radar and EW Receiver
Radar and electronic-warfare systems rely on multi-element antenna arrays whose outputs must be sampled coherently. The ADC1213D105HN-C18 provides two simultaneous-sampling 12-bit channels at 105 MSPS, allowing each device to digitize a pair of antenna elements while the SYSREF input synchronizes the entire array to within a single sample clock. The 12-bit resolution is sufficient for the SNR-limited dynamic range of most surveillance radar receivers, and the JESD204A interface streams data to a Virtex-class or Kintex-class FPGA for digital beamforming. The 56-VFQFPN footprint simplifies thermal management in densely populated array modules.
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Industrial High-Speed Test and Measurement
Automated test equipment (ATE) and bench-top instrumentation require dual-channel simultaneous sampling with calibrated DC accuracy. The ADC1213D105HN-C18's two 12-bit cores at 105 MSPS digitize stimulus-response pairs, multi-phase power waveforms, or differential sensor outputs in a single acquisition cycle. JESD204A output streams both channels to the host FPGA or DSP without skew, eliminating the timing mismatch of two separate ADC channels. The 56-VFQFPN package fits standard ATE module form factors. The part's pipelined latency is deterministic, which simplifies the calibration loop in production testers.
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Broadband Communications Test Equipment
Vector signal analyzers and signal generators use the ADC1213D105HN-C18 to capture modulated waveforms spanning 50-100 MHz of instantaneous bandwidth. The dual 12-bit channels at 105 MSPS deliver the dynamic range required to resolve constellation EVM below 1% for 64-QAM and 256-QAM waveforms, and the JESD204A output streams both polarities or I/Q data to a high-density FPGA. The pipelined architecture's deterministic latency is ideal for triggered captures and time-correlated measurements. The 56-VFQFPN exposed-pad package supports standard reflow profiles and fits common instrumentation card form factors.
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Engineering reference data for ADC1213D105HN-C18 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | ADC1213D125HN-C18 | ADC1213D080HN-C18 | ADC1213D065HN-C18 | ADC1010S105HN/C1:5 | ADC1012D080HN/C1:5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Renesas Electronics | Renesas Electronics | Renesas Electronics | Renesas Electronics | Renesas Electronics | Renesas Electronics |
| Package | 56-VFQFPN exposed pad (8x8 mm) | 56-VFQFPN exposed pad (8x8 mm) - same | 56-VFQFPN exposed pad (8x8 mm) - same | 56-VFQFPN exposed pad (8x8 mm) - same | 56-VFQFPN exposed pad - same family | 56-VFQFPN exposed pad - same family |
| Resolution | 12 bit | 12 bit | 12 bit | 12 bit | 10 bit | 10 bit |
| Number of Channels | 2 (dual, simultaneous sampling) | 2 (dual) | 2 (dual) | 2 (dual) | 1 (single) | 2 (dual) |
| Sampling Rate | 105 MSPS per channel | 125 MSPS | 80 MSPS | 65 MSPS | 105 MSPS | 80 MSPS |
| Data Interface | JESD204A (serial) | JESD204A | JESD204A | JESD204A | JESD204A / SPI | JESD204A |
| Architecture | Pipelined | Pipelined | Pipelined | Pipelined | Pipelined | Pipelined |
| Package Pin Count | 56 | 56 | 56 | 56 | 56 | 56 |
Key Differentiators
- Higher sampling rate headroom in same pinout (vs ADC1213D080HN-C18)
- Dual simultaneous-sampling channels in a single IC (vs ADC1010S105HN/C1:5)
- Higher 12-bit resolution for dynamic range (vs ADC1012D080HN/C1:5)
Design Notes
The 56-VFQFPN exposed-pad package dissipates appreciable power at 105 MSPS dual-channel operation. Solder the EP to a continuous ground plane and stitch at least 9 thermal vias (0.3 mm drill, 0.6 mm pitch) directly under the pad to the inner-layer ground pour. Without thermal vias, junction temperature can rise 20-30 C above rated, degrading long-term reliability. The 8x8 mm footprint allows generous copper spreading if the design respects 4-layer stack-up.
Route the differential analog inputs (VIN+/VIN-) as a tightly coupled 100 ohm differential pair with length matching to within 0.5 mm. Place the input common-mode and reference decoupling capacitors within 2 mm of the analog supply pins. Keep the JESD204A serial lanes (DOUT+/-) impedance-controlled to 100 ohm differential and length-matched across lanes (intra-pair skew < 0.15 mm; inter-pair skew per JEDEC JESD204A spec). Isolate the analog and digital grounds with a single tie-point beneath or adjacent to the EP.
Estimated: At 105 MSPS dual-channel operation, a single ADC1213D105HN-C18 typically dissipates around 1.0-1.3 W, so the input-to-FPGA SERDES must support the configured L, M, F, K, S parameters - the most common board bring-up failure is mismatched L values between the ADC register settings and the FPGA IP core. Verify SYSREF and SYNC~ alignment before trusting captured data. Always assert the JESD204A initial lane alignment sequence (ILA) on power-up; the absence of an ILA pass indicates clock or link issue, not data issue.
Use a low-noise LDO (e.g., ADP1741 or equivalent) downstream of the switching regulator to power the analog supply rail; the ADC1213D105HN-C18 is sensitive to supply noise above 1 MHz. Decouple each analog supply pin with a 0.1 uF X7R ceramic plus a 10 uF bulk capacitor. The clock receiver supply (typically 1.8 V) should be filtered separately from the analog 3.3 V rail to prevent digital switching noise from coupling into the input stage.
Compliance Information
RoHS, REACH, lead-free, and halogen-free status not present in verified web data. Renesas's standard 56-VFQFPN production parts are typically lead-free, but explicit compliance certificates must be requested from the manufacturer. AEC-Q100 automotive qualification not listed in the web data; this part is the -C18 industrial-grade variant.
