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Manufacturer Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
Product Series
Packaging Factory | Tube
Number of Bits 12
Sampling Rate (Per Second) 75k
Number of Inputs 1
Input Type Single Ended
Data Interface SPI
Configuration S/H-ADC
Ratio - S/H:ADC 1:1
Number of A/D Converters 1
Architecture SAR
Reference Type Internal
Voltage - Supply, Analog 5V
Voltage - Supply, Digital 5V
Features -
Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 70°C
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Grade -
Qualification -
Package / Case 16-SOIC (0.295", 7.50mm Width)
Supplier Device Package 16-SOIC
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The MAX187ACWE+ is a compact, 12-bit analog-to-digital converter from Analog Devices/Maxim Integrated. It features a single input channel and a maximum sampling rate of 75k SPS. The device includes an internal voltage reference, simplifying circuit design. Communication is handled via a standard SPI interface. Housed in a 16-SOIC package, it is well-suited for space-constrained applications in industrial control, portable instrumentation, and data logging.

  • Integrated Reference: The internal reference eliminates the need for an external precision voltage source, saving cost and board space.
  • Simple Interface: The 3-wire SPI interface is easy to connect to any microcontroller, reducing firmware complexity.
  • Low Power Consumption: Designed for power-sensitive applications, extending battery life in portable devices.
  • Compact Package: The 16-SOIC package is small and widely available, suitable for mass production.

Battery-Powered Instruments

The MAX187ACWE+ is ideal for portable, battery-powered devices due to its low power consumption and internal reference. The 12-bit resolution is sufficient for many battery monitoring and control applications, and the SPI interface minimizes pin count.

Industrial Process Control

In industrial settings, this ADC can digitize 4-20mA loop signals or 0-10V sensor outputs. The internal reference ensures stable conversions over the 0°C to +70°C temperature range, making it reliable for factory automation and process monitoring.

Data Logging Systems

For single-channel data loggers, the MAX187 provides a simple, compact solution. The 75k SPS sampling rate is adequate for logging temperature, humidity, or pressure trends over time, and the SPI interface allows for easy connection to a microcontroller or SD card logger.

Motor Control Feedback

In simple motor control loops, the MAX187 can digitize a single current or position sensor. The fast conversion time (up to 75k SPS) allows for responsive control, while the small SOIC package fits neatly on a motor driver board.

Audio and Vibration Analysis

With a 75k SPS sampling rate, the MAX187 can capture audio-band signals (up to 37.5kHz Nyquist frequency). It can be used in basic vibration monitoring or acoustic analysis systems where 12-bit resolution provides a good balance between cost and performance.

Q: What is the MAX187ACWE+?
A: It is a 12-bit, single-channel, successive approximation (SAR) analog-to-digital converter (ADC) with an internal reference and SPI interface.
Q: What is the maximum sampling rate?
A: The MAX187ACWE+ achieves a maximum sampling rate of 75k SPS (samples per second).
Q: How many analog input channels does it have?
A: It has 1 analog input channel, making it suitable for dedicated single-signal digitization.
Q: What digital interface does it use?
A: It uses a standard 3-wire SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) for communication.
Q: Does it require an external reference?
A: No, it has an internal reference, simplifying the design and reducing external component count.
Q: What is the operating temperature range?
A: The commercial version (ACWE) is specified for 0°C to +70°C operation.
Base Product Number : MAX187
1-Channel 12-bit 75k SPS ADC Analog-to-Digital Converter Internal Reference MAX187 SAR SOIC SPI
Q: What is the MAX187ACWE+?
A: It is a 12-bit, single-channel, successive approximation (SAR) analog-to-digital converter (ADC) with an internal reference and SPI interface.
Q: What is the maximum sampling rate?
A: The MAX187ACWE+ achieves a maximum sampling rate of 75k SPS (samples per second).
Q: How many analog input channels does it have?
A: It has 1 analog input channel, making it suitable for dedicated single-signal digitization.
Q: What digital interface does it use?
A: It uses a standard 3-wire SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) for communication.
Q: Does it require an external reference?
A: No, it has an internal reference, simplifying the design and reducing external component count.
Q: What is the operating temperature range?
A: The commercial version (ACWE) is specified for 0°C to +70°C operation.