MAX4207:Precision Transimpedance Logarithmic Amplifier with Over 5 Decades of Dynamic Range

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.

Key Features
  • ±2.7V to ±5.5V Dual-Supply Operation
  • 5 Decades of Dynamic Range (10nA to 1mA)
  • Monotonic Over a 1nA to 1mA Range
  • -0.25V/Decade Internally Trimmed Output Scale Factor
  • Adjustable Output Scale Factor
  • Adjustable Output Offset Voltage
  • Internal 10nA to 10µA Reference Current Source
  • Input Amplifiers Summing Nodes at Ground
  • Small 16-Pin Thin QFN Package (4mm x 4mm x 0.8mm)
  • -40°C to +85°C Operating Temperature Range
  • Evaluation Kit Available (Order MAX4206EVKIT)
MAX4207: Typical Operating Circuit
MAX4207: Typical Operating Circuit
Applications/Uses
  • Analog Signal Processing
  • Medical Instrumentation
  • Photodiode Current Monitoring
  • Portable Instrumentation
DataSheet
titleDownload file
MAX4207 Data SheetMAX4207.pdf
Parametrics
Part NumberVSUPPLY (Single)
(V)
VSUPPLY (Single)
(V)
VSUPPLY (Dual)
(±V)
VSUPPLY (Dual)
(±V)
ICC
(mA)
Log. Slope
(mV/ decade)
Dynamic Range
(dB)
Package/PinsOper. Temp.
(°C)
Budgetary
Price
minmaxminmaxtypSee Notes
MAX42072.7112.75.55-250100TQFN/16-40 to +85$2.80 @1k
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Ordering Information
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX4207ETENo Longer AvailableMAX4207ETE+TQFN,;16 pin;16.8 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX4207ETE+ActiveTQFN,;16 pin;16.8 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX4207ETE+TActiveTQFN,;16 pin;16.8 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX4207ETE-TNo Longer AvailableMAX4207ETE+TQFN;16 pin-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
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