MAX189

The MAX187/MAX189 serial 12-bit analog-to-digital converters (ADCs) operate from a single +5V supply and accept a 0V to 5V analog input. Both parts feature an 8.5µs successive-approximation ADC, a fast track/hold (1.5µs), an on-chip clock, and a high-speed 3-wire serial interface.

The MAX187/MAX189 digitize signals at a 75ksps throughput rate. An external clock accesses data from the interface, which communicates without external hardware to most digital signal processors and micro-controllers. The interface is compatible with SPI™,QSPI™, and Microwire™. The MAX187 has an on-chip buffered reference, and the MAX189 requires an external reference. Both the MAX187 and MAX189 save space with 8-pin DIP and 16-pin SO packages. Power consumption is 7.5mW and reduces to only 10µW in shutdown. Excellent AC characteristics and very low power con-sumption combined with ease of use and small pack-age size make these converters ideal for remote DSP and sensor applications, or for circuits where power consumption and space are crucial.