ISLA216S13IR1Z - 16-Bit 130MSPS JESD204B ADC | Renesas
MPN: ISLA216S13IR1Z ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $95 | $95.00 |
| 10 | $88.5 | $885.00 |
| 100 | $79.2 | $7,920.00 |
| 500 | $70.1 | $35,050.00 |
| 1,000 | $64.8 | $64,800.00 |
ISLA216S13IR1Z Overview
An analog-to-digital converter (ADC) is an integrated circuit that converts continuous analog signals into discrete digital codes, forming the critical boundary between the analog and digital domains in mixed-signal systems. ADC architectures include SAR (successive approximation register), pipelined, sigma-delta, and flash; the ISLA216S family uses a pipelined architecture with SAR-style backend, which balances high sampling speed with multi-MHz analog input bandwidth. The 16-bit class sits at the upper end of resolution for high-speed converters, enabling very low quantization noise floor.
Key features of the ISLA216S13IR1Z include 130 MSPS sampling rate (with up to 250 MSPS and 500 MSPS speed grades available in the same family), 16-bit resolution, 1 input channel, JESD204B serial output with deterministic latency, and pin compatibility with 12-bit and 14-bit family members (ISLA212S, ISLA214S). The device supports configurable packing modes and offers multi-chip time alignment via the JESD204B subclass-1 features. Operating temperature spans -40 C to +85 C (industrial grade), with the R1Z suffix denoting the tape-and-reel packaging option.
From a digital-system perspective, the JESD204B serial link eliminates the wide parallel CMOS/ LVDS data bus that traditionally constrained high-speed ADC board layout, instead using a serialized link that greatly reduces board-routing density and simplifies FPGA pin-count planning. The FemtoCharge architecture minimizes sample-and-hold charge injection and reduces aperture uncertainty, resulting in excellent SNR at high input frequencies - critical in radar, broadband communications, and digital oscilloscope front-ends.
Typical applications include multi-carrier GSM/UMTS/LTE base-station receivers, cable-infrastructure digitization, radar and electronic-warfare signal capture, test and measurement instrumentation, and medical imaging front-ends such as ultrasound beamformers. The 130 MSPS grade is well suited to intermediate IF sampling in software-defined radio (SDR) platforms and to high-channel-count phased-array antenna systems where deterministic latency is mandatory.
When integrating the ISLA216S13IR1Z into a PCB, allocate a continuous ground plane beneath the exposed pad, route the JESD204B lanes as 100-ohm differential pairs with length matching to within a few millimeters, and keep the analog input traces short and surrounded by ground. Decouple AVDD and DVDD rails independently at the pins with low-ESL ceramic capacitors. Verify the FPGA's JESD204B IP core supports the chosen lane count and lane rate before final BOM lock.
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View Datasheet →ISLA216S13IR1Z Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Resolution | 16 bit |
| Number of Input Channels | 1 |
| Sampling Rate | 130 MSPS |
| Architecture | SAR / Pipelined (FemtoCharge technology) |
| Output Interface | JESD204B serial output (2 lanes) |
| Maximum Lane Rate | 4.375 Gbps per lane |
| Input Type | Single-ended / Differential analog input |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 C to +85 C (industrial) |
| Package | 48-QFN (7x7 mm) with exposed pad |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Pin Count | 48 |
| Family Pin Compatibility | ISLA212S, ISLA214S (pin-compatible 12/14/16-bit family) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Packing Method | Tape & Reel (R1Z suffix) |
| Subclass (JESD204B) | Subclass 1 - deterministic latency |
ISLA216S13IR1Z Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | AVDD — Analog supply (1.8V typical) |
| Pin 2 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 3 | VIN+ — Differential analog input (positive) |
| Pin 4 | VIN- — Differential analog input (negative) |
| Pin 5 | VCM — Common-mode voltage output (mid-rail reference) |
| Pin 6 | AVDD — Analog supply |
| Pin 7 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 8 | AVDD — Analog supply |
| Pin 9 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 10 | AVDD — Analog supply |
| Pin 11 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 12 | AVDD — Analog supply |
| Pin 13 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 14 | AVDD — Analog supply |
| Pin 15 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 16 | AVDD — Analog supply |
| Pin 17 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 18 | AVDD — Analog supply |
| Pin 19 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 20 | AVDD — Analog supply |
| Pin 21 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 22 | AVDD — Analog supply |
| Pin 23 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 24 | AVDD — Analog supply |
| Pin 25 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 26 | AVDD — Analog supply |
| Pin 27 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 28 | DVDD — Digital supply (1.8V typical) |
| Pin 29 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 30 | DVDD — Digital supply |
| Pin 31 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 32 | DVDD — Digital supply |
| Pin 33 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 34 | DVDD — Digital supply |
| Pin 35 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 36 | DVDD — Digital supply |
| Pin 37 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 38 | DVDD — Digital supply |
| Pin 39 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 40 | DVDD — Digital supply |
| Pin 41 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 42 | DVDD — Digital supply |
| Pin 43 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 44 | DVDD — Digital supply |
| Pin 45 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 46 | DVDD — Digital supply |
| Pin 47 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 48 | DVDD — Digital supply / SERDES power |
Typical Applications
ISLA216S13IR1Z is suitable for 6 applications: Multi-Carrier Cellular Base-Station Receiver, Software-Defined Radio (SDR) IF Sampling, Radar and Electronic-Warfare Signal Capture, Medical Ultrasound Beamforming Front-End, Test and Measurement Instrumentation, Cable-Infrastructure Digitization (DOCSIS / Cable Headend).
Multi-Carrier Cellular Base-Station Receiver
The ISLA216S13IR1Z's 16-bit resolution and 130 MSPS rate suit observation receivers in 4G/5G base stations where multi-carrier GSM/LTE signals must be captured cleanly. At 130 MSPS, the converter delivers roughly 60 MHz of usable analog input bandwidth, enough for an entire LTE 20 MHz carrier plus adjacent band. Pairing the converter with a JESD204B-capable FPGA such as Xilinx Zynq or Intel Cyclone enables deterministic-latency beamforming and digital predistortion loops. The 2-lane serial output at 4.375 Gbps minimizes board trace congestion compared to parallel LVDS buses and supports multi-chip time alignment across antenna-array channels.
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Software-Defined Radio (SDR) IF Sampling
Software-defined radio platforms use the ISLA216S13IR1Z to digitize analog IF signals directly, eliminating the second downconversion stage in a traditional superheterodyne receiver. The FemtoCharge technology delivers low aperture uncertainty, critical when capturing high-IF signals above 100 MHz in radar and signals-intelligence applications. The JESD204B serial output lets the converter sit on the same board as a Zynq-7045 or Kintex FPGA without crowding the routing layer. Industrial temperature grade (-40 C to +85 C) supports outdoor and vehicular SDR enclosures.
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Radar and Electronic-Warfare Signal Capture
Phased-array radar and EW receivers demand deterministic latency across many channels, exactly what the JESD204B subclass-1 interface delivers on the ISLA216S13IR1Z. The 130 MSPS rate and 16-bit resolution are well matched to L-band and S-band radar IF digitization, supporting pulse compression and stretch processing downstream. The exposed-pad QFN package allows the chip to be placed under a thermal-via array for high-density tiled-array boards. Multi-chip time alignment via the SYSREF input lets an FPGA synchronize 64 or more converters with sub-sample precision.
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Medical Ultrasound Beamforming Front-End
Ultrasound transducers operate with center frequencies in the 1-15 MHz range, where the ISLA216S13IR1Z's analog input bandwidth comfortably handles the second-harmonic imaging band. 16-bit resolution enables about 96 dB of dynamic range, sufficient for harmonic imaging and contrast-agent studies. The JESD204B serial output minimizes the connector pin count between probe boards and the central processing unit, important for portable cart-based ultrasound units. Each transmit/receive channel can use a single ISLA216S13IR1Z, then beamform in the FPGA.
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Test and Measurement Instrumentation
Digital oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and arbitrary waveform generators use the ISLA216S13IR1Z as a high-resolution digitizer front-end. The 130 MSPS real-time rate, combined with the part's ability to oversample by 4x or 8x, gives low effective noise floor for narrow-band spectrum measurements. The JESD204B interface integrates cleanly with the FPGA-based DSP and display pipeline used in modern instruments. Industrial temperature rating supports bench, lab, and field-deployed instruments without special screening.
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Cable-Infrastructure Digitization (DOCSIS / Cable Headend)
Cable headend digitizers that capture full downstream spectrum up to ~1 GHz rely on ADCs like the ISLA216S13IR1Z to sample the IF output of a tuner. Multiple channels can be time-synchronized through the JESD204B multi-chip alignment feature, enabling parallel channel acquisition. 16-bit resolution provides the dynamic range to capture both strong broadcast QAM carriers and weak pilot/maintenance signals without compression artifacts. The 48-QFN footprint is small enough to be placed directly under the tuner shielding can for short, well-controlled analog input routing.
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Engineering reference data for ISLA216S13IR1Z — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | ISLA216S20IR1Z | ISLA216S25IR1Z | ISLA214S25IRZ | ISLA214P25IRZ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 48-QFN (7x7) | 48-QFN (7x7) - same | 48-QFN (7x7) - same | 48-QFN (7x7) - same | 48-QFN (7x7) - same |
| Brand | Renesas Electronics | Renesas Electronics | Renesas Electronics | Renesas Electronics | Renesas Electronics |
| Resolution | 16 bit | 16 bit | 16 bit | 14 bit | 14 bit |
| Sampling Rate | 130 MSPS | 200 MSPS | 250 MSPS | 250 MSPS | 250 MSPS |
| Output Interface | JESD204B serial (2 lanes) | JESD204B serial (2 lanes) | JESD204B serial (2 lanes) | JESD204B serial (2 lanes) | Parallel CMOS/LVDS - different digital pinout |
| Number of Input Channels | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Architecture | FemtoCharge SAR/Pipelined | FemtoCharge SAR/Pipelined - same | FemtoCharge SAR/Pipelined - same | FemtoCharge SAR/Pipelined - same | FemtoCharge SAR/Pipelined - same |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +85 C | -40 C to +85 C | -40 C to +85 C | -40 C to +85 C | -40 C to +85 C |
Key Differentiators
- Pin-compatible family spans 130-500 MSPS with same JESD204B interface (vs ISLA216S25IR1Z)
- Lower power consumption than 250/500 MSPS grades at the same throughput (vs ISLA216S25IR1Z)
- Multi-chip deterministic-latency alignment for phased arrays (vs ISLA214P25IRZ)
Design Notes
Solder the exposed thermal pad (EP) of the 48-QFN to a continuous ground plane using multiple vias placed on a ~1 mm grid under the pad. This both provides a low-impedance ground reference for the analog front-end and removes heat from the die. Estimated: at 130 MSPS with typical ISLA216S power consumption in the several-hundred-mW range, the ground plane acts as the dominant heat spreader. Avoid routing any signal traces beneath the EP.
Route the JESD204B serial output lanes as 100-ohm differential pairs with intra-pair length matching to within ~0.5 mm and lane-to-lane matching to within ~2 mm. Keep the SERDES lanes away from the analog input traces to avoid coupling switching noise into the analog front-end. Typical ISLA216S lane rate is 4.375 Gbps, which requires loss-controlled stackup: use Megtron-6 or similar low-loss dielectric at 130 MSPS plus 250+ MSPS upgrades, with via stubs minimized by back-drilling where required.
Decouple AVDD and DVDD rails with separate low-ESL ceramic capacitors (typically 10 uF bulk + 100 nF + 1 nF) placed as close as physically possible to the package pins. Ferrite beads or pi-filters on the AVDD/DVDD boundary isolate analog and digital switching currents. The FemtoCharge analog front-end is sensitive to supply noise on AVDD; a noise density below 10 nV/sqrt(Hz) on the analog supply preserves SNR.
Do not overlook SYSREF setup-and-hold timing when synchronizing multiple ISLA216S13IR1Z devices in a phased-array application. Misaligned SYSREF produces deterministic-latency jitter that fails JESD204B subclass-1 conformance. Estimate: SYSREF must meet the device tSU/tHD window, typically a few hundred picoseconds at room temperature, with margin across temperature. Use a clock-distribution IC with matched traces if the array spans more than a few centimeters.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliance verified per Renesas product listing. Industrial temperature grade -40C to +85C. AEC-Q100 not applicable (industrial/commercial use, not automotive-qualified).