Aerospace 12-Bit-ADC w/Microprocessor Interface

The AD574A is a complete 12-bit successive-approximation analog-to-digital converter with 3-state output buffer circuitry for direct interface to an 8- or 16-bit microprocessor bus. A high precision voltage reference and clock are included on-chip, and the circuit guarantees full-rated performance without external circuitry or clock signals.

The AD574A design is implemented using Analog Devices' Bipolar/I2L process, and integrates all analog and digital functions on one chip. Offset, linearity and scaling errors are minimized by active laser-trimming of thin-film resistors at the wafer stage. The voltage reference uses an implanted buried Zener for low noise and low drift. On the digital side, I2L logic is used for the successive-approximation register, control circuitry and 3-state output buffers.

*Protected by U.S. Patent Nos. 3,803,590; 4,213,806; 4,511,413; RE 28,633.

* Complete 12-Bit A/D Converter with Reference and Clock * 8- and 16-Bit Microprocessor Bus Interface