ADC0838BCV

Product Overview

Category

ADC0838BCV belongs to the category of Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADCs).

Use

The ADC0838BCV is used to convert analog signals into digital data. It is commonly employed in various applications that require precise and accurate conversion of analog signals, such as sensor interfaces, data acquisition systems, and industrial control systems.

Characteristics

• Resolution: The ADC0838BCV has an 8-bit resolution, allowing it to provide 256 discrete digital output levels.
• Sampling Rate: It can sample analog signals at a maximum rate of 100 kilosamples per second (ksps).
• Input Voltage Range: The device accepts analog input voltages ranging from 0 to Vref, where Vref is the reference voltage provided externally.
• Low Power Consumption: The ADC0838BCV operates on low power, making it suitable for battery-powered applications.
• Small Package Size: It comes in a compact package, enabling space-efficient designs.

Package and Quantity

The ADC0838BCV is available in a 20-pin plastic dual in-line package (PDIP). It is typically sold in reels or tubes containing multiple units.

Specifications

• Resolution: 8 bits
• Sampling Rate: Up to 100 ksps
• Input Voltage Range: 0 to Vref
• Supply Voltage: 2.7V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Package Type: PDIP-20

Pin Configuration

The ADC0838BCV features 20 pins arranged as follows:

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Pin 1: Start Conversion (ST) Pin 2: Analog Input 0 (AIN0) Pin 3: Analog Input 1 (AIN1) Pin 4: Analog Input 2 (AIN2) Pin 5: Analog Input 3 (AIN3) Pin 6: Analog Input 4 (AIN4) Pin 7: Analog Input 5 (AIN5) Pin 8: Analog Input 6 (AIN6) Pin 9: Analog Input 7 (AIN7) Pin 10: Ground (GND) Pin 11: Analog Voltage Reference (Vref+) Pin 12: Serial Clock (CLK) Pin 13: Chip Select (CS) Pin 14: Output Enable (OE) Pin 15: Digital Output 0 (D0) Pin 16: Digital Output 1 (D1) Pin 17: Digital Output 2 (D2) Pin 18: Digital Output 3 (D3) Pin 19: Digital Output 4 (D4) Pin 20: Digital Output 5 (D5) ```

Functional Features

• Successive Approximation Conversion: The ADC0838BCV utilizes the successive approximation technique to convert analog signals into digital data.
• Internal Voltage Reference: It incorporates an internal voltage reference, eliminating the need for an external reference voltage source.
• Single-Ended Inputs: The device supports single-ended analog inputs, simplifying the signal conditioning circuitry.
• Easy Interface: The ADC0838BCV can be easily interfaced with microcontrollers and other digital devices using a simple serial interface.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• High Resolution: The 8-bit resolution provides reasonably accurate conversion results.
• Low Power Consumption: The device operates on low power, making it suitable for battery-powered applications.
• Compact Size: Its small package size allows for space-efficient designs.
• Internal Voltage Reference: The built-in voltage reference simplifies the design and reduces external component count.

Disadvantages

• Limited Resolution: The 8-bit resolution may not be sufficient for applications requiring higher precision.
• Slower Sampling Rate: The maximum sampling rate of 100 ksps may not be suitable for high-speed applications.

Working Principles

The ADC0838BCV employs the successive approximation technique to convert analog signals into digital data. It sequentially compares the input voltage with a series of reference voltages generated internally. By iteratively adjusting the reference voltages, it determines the digital representation of the input signal.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The ADC0838BCV finds application in various fields, including:

1. Sensor Interfaces: It is used to interface with sensors that provide analog output signals, such as temperature sensors, pressure sensors, and light sensors.
2. Data Acquisition Systems: The ADC0838BCV is employed in data acquisition systems to convert analog signals from multiple channels into digital data for further processing and analysis.
3. Industrial Control Systems: It plays a crucial role in industrial control systems, where precise measurement and control of analog signals are required.

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