MAX1444:10-Bit, 40Msps, 3.0V, Low-Power ADC with Internal Reference

Low Power 3V, 10-Bit, 40Msps ADC Delivers 72dB SFDR

The MAX1444 10-bit, 3V analog-to-digital converter (ADC) features a pipelined 10-stage ADC architecture with fully differential wideband track-and-hold (T/H) input and digital error correction incorporating a fully differential signal path. This ADC is optimized for lowpower, high dynamic performance applications in imaging and digital communications. The MAX1444 operates from a single 2.7V to 3.6V supply, consuming only 57mW while delivering a 59.5dB signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) at a 20MHz input frequency. The fully differential input stage has a 400MHz -3dB bandwidth and may be operated with single-ended inputs. In addition to low operating power, the MAX1444 features a 5µA power-down mode for idle periods. An internal 2.048V precision bandgap reference is used to set the ADC full-scale range. A flexible reference structure allows the user to supply a buffered, direct, or externally derived reference for applications requiring increased accuracy or a different input voltage range. See a parametric table of the complete family of pin-compatible, 10-bit high-speed ADCs. The MAX1444 has parallel, offset binary, CMOS-compatible three-state outputs that can be operated from 1.7V to 3.6V to allow flexible interfacing. The device is available in a 5mm x 5mm 32-pin TQFP package and is specified over the extended industrial (-40°C to +85°C) temperature range.

Key Features
  • Single 3.0V Operation
  • Excellent Dynamic Performance
    • 59.5dB SNR at fIN = 20MHz
    • 74dBc SFDR at fIN = 20MHz
  • Low Power
    • 19mA (Normal Operation)
    • 5µA (Shutdown Mode)
  • Fully Differential Analog Input
  • Wide 2Vp-p Differential Input Voltage Range
  • 400MHz -3dB Input Bandwidth
  • On-Chip 2.048V Precision Bandgap Reference
  • CMOS-Compatible Three-State Outputs
  • 32-Pin TQFP Package
  • Evaluation Kit Available
MAX1444: Functional Diagram
MAX1444: Functional Diagram
Applications/Uses
  • Baseband and IF Digitization
  • CCD Imaging
  • Digital Set-Top Boxes
  • Ultrasound Imaging
  • Video Digitizing Applications
DataSheet
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MAX1444 Data SheetMAX1444.pdf
Parametrics
Part NumberInput Chan.Resolution
(bits)
Sample Rate
(Msps)
AC Specs
(MHz)
SFDR
(dBc)
ENOB
(bits)
SINAD
(dB)
SNR
(dB)
THD
(dB)
DNL
(±LSB)
INL
(±LSB)
Full Pwr. BW
(MHz)
ICC
(mA)
Data Bus InterfacePackage/PinsBudgetary
Price
max ≥@ fINminminmintypSee Notes
MAX14441104020909.55959.5-72.20.40.640023.5µP/10TQFP/32$7.86 @1k
Design kits & evaluation modules
Quality and Environmental Data
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Ordering Information
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX1444EHJNo Longer AvailableMAX1444EHJ+TQFP,;32 pin;51.8 mm²-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX1444EHJ+ActiveTQFP,;32 pin;51.8 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX1444EHJ+TActiveTQFP,;32 pin;51.8 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX1444EHJ-TNo Longer AvailableMAX1444EHJ+TTQFP,;32 pin;51.8 mm²-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX1444EHJ/V+ActiveTQFP,;32 pin;51.8 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX1444EHJ/V+TActiveTQFP,;32 pin;51.8 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX1444EVKITNo Longer AvailableEVKIT;0°C to +70°CSee data sheet
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