19-1598 Rev 1; 7/11
10-Bit, 10Msps ADC
MAX1426
General Description
Features
The MAX1426 10-bit, monolithic analog-to-digital con-
verter (ADC) is capable of a 10Msps sampling rate. This
device features an internal track-and-hold (T/H) amplifier
for excellent dynamic performance; at the same time, it
minimizes the number of external components. Low
input capacitance of only 8pF minimizes input drive
requirements. A wide input bandwidth (up to 150MHz)
makes this device suitable for digital RF/IF downconvert-
er applications employing undersampling techniques.
o Differential Inputs for High Common-Mode
Noise Rejection
o 61dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio (at f = 2MHz)
IN
o Internal +2.5V Reference
o 150MHz Input Bandwidth
o Wide 2V Input Range
o Low Power Consumption: 156mW
The MAX1426 employs a differential pipelined architec-
ture with a wideband T/H amplifier to maximize through-
put while limiting power consumption to only 156mW.
The MAX1426 generates an internal +2.5V reference
that supplies three additional reference voltages
(+3.25V, +2.25V, and +1.25V). These reference volt-
ages provide a differential input range of +2V to -2V.
The analog inputs are biased internally to correct the
DC level, eliminating the need for external biasing on
AC-coupled applications.
o Separate Digital Supply Input for 3V Logic
Compatibility
o Single +5V Operation Possible
Ordering Information
PART
TEMP. RANGE
PIN-PACKAGE
MAX1426CAI+
MAX1426EAI+
0°C to +70°C
28 SSOP
-40°C to +85°C
28 SSOP
A separate +3V digital logic supply input allows for
separation of digital and analog circuitry. The output
data is in two’s complement format. The MAX1426 is
available in the space-saving 28-pin SSOP package.
For a pin-compatible version at a higher data rate, refer
to the MAX1424 or MAX1425
+Denotes a lead(Pb)-free/RoHS-compliant package.
Devices are also available in a tape-and-reel package.
Specify tape and reel by adding “T” to the number when order-
ing.
Applications
Pin Configuration
Medical Ultrasound Imaging
CCD Pixel Processing
IR Focal Plane Array
Radar
IF and Baseband Digitization
Set-Top Boxes
TOP VIEW
+
AGND
AV
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
28 D0
27 D1
26 D2
25 D3
24 D4
23 DGND
DD
REFP
REFIN
REFN
CML
Functional Diagram
MAX1426
AGND
22 DV
DD
AV
CLK
DD
MAX1426
AV
DD
21 DGND
INTERFACE
AGND
INP
20 DV
19 D5
18 D6
17 D7
16 D8
15 D9
DD
INP
INN
OUTPUT
DRIVERS
INN 10
CMLP 11
CMLN 12
CLK 13
D9–D0
T/H
PIPELINE ADC
DV
DD
REF SYSTEM +
BIAS
REF
DGND
OE/PD 14
REFIN REFP CML REFN
OE/PD
SSOP
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