The MAX4207 logarithmic amplifier computes the log ratio of an input current relative to a reference current (externally or internally generated) and provides a corresponding voltage output with a default -0.25V/decade scale factor. The device operates from dual ±2.7V to ±5.5V supplies and is capable of measuring five decades of input current across a 10nA to 1mA range. The MAX4207's uncommitted op amp can be used for a variety of functions, including filtering noise, adding offset, and adding additional gain. A 0.5V reference is also included to generate an optional precision current reference using an external resistor, which adjusts the log intercept of the MAX4207. The output-offset voltage and the adjustable scale factor are also set using external resistors. The MAX4207 is available in a space-saving 16-pin thin QFN package (4mm x 4mm x 0.8mm), and is specified for operation over the -40°C to +85°C extended temperature range.
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MAX4207 Data Sheet | MAX4207.pdf |
Part Number | VSUPPLY (Single) (V) | VSUPPLY (Single) (V) | VSUPPLY (Dual) (±V) | VSUPPLY (Dual) (±V) | ICC (mA) | Log. Slope (mV/ decade) | Dynamic Range (dB) | Package/Pins | Oper. Temp. (°C) | Budgetary Price |
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min | max | min | max | typ | See Notes | |||||
MAX4207 | 2.7 | 11 | 2.7 | 5.5 | 5 | -250 | 100 | TQFN/16 | -40 to +85 | $2.80 @1k |
Part Number | Status | Recommended Replacement | Package | Temp | RoHS |
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MAX4207ETE | No Longer Available | MAX4207ETE+ | TQFN,;16 pin;16.8 mm² | -40°C to +85°C | No |
MAX4207ETE+ | Active | TQFN,;16 pin;16.8 mm² | -40°C to +85°C | Lead Free | |
MAX4207ETE+T | Active | TQFN,;16 pin;16.8 mm² | -40°C to +85°C | Lead Free | |
MAX4207ETE-T | No Longer Available | MAX4207ETE+T | QFN;16 pin | -40°C to +85°C | See data sheet |