General Description
The MAX1208 is a 3.3V, 12-bit, 80Msps analog-to-digital
converter (ADC) featuring a fully differential wideband
track-and-hold (T/H) input amplifier, driving a low-noise
internal quantizer. The analog input stage accepts singleended or differential signals. The MAX1208 is optimized
for low power, small size, and high dynamic performance
in baseband applications.
Powered from a single 3.0V to 3.6V supply, the
MAX1208 consumes only 373mW while delivering a
typical signal-to-noise (SNR) performance of 68.2dB at
an input frequency of 32.5MHz. In addition to low operating power, the MAX1208 features a 3µW power-down
mode to conserve power during idle periods.
A flexible reference structure allows the MAX1208 to use
the internal 2.048V bandgap reference or accept an
externally applied reference. The reference structure
allows the full-scale analog input range to be adjusted
from ±0.35V to ±1.15V. The MAX1208 provides a common-mode reference to simplify design and reduce external component count in differential analog input circuits.
The MAX1208 supports both a single-ended and differential input clock drive. Wide variations in the clock
duty cycle are compensated with the ADC’s internal
duty-cycle equalizer (DCE).
ADC conversion results are available through a 12-bit,
parallel, CMOS-compatible output bus. The digital output format is pin selectable to be either two’s complement or Gray code. A data-valid indicator eliminates
external components that are normally required for reliable digital interfacing. A separate digital power input
accepts a wide 1.7V to 3.6V supply, allowing the
MAX1208 to interface with various logic levels.
The MAX1208 is available in a 6mm x 6mm x 0.8mm,
40-pin thin QFN package with exposed paddle (EP),
and is specified for the extended industrial (-40°C to
+85°C) temperature range.
See the Pin-Compatible Versions table for a complete
family of 14-bit and 12-bit high-speed ADCs.
Applications
Communication Receivers
Cellular, Point-to-Point Microwave, HFC, WLAN
Ultrasound and Medical Imaging
Portable Instrumentation
Low-Power Data Acquisition
Features
♦ Excellent Dynamic Performance
68.2dB/68.0dB SNR at fIN= 3MHz/70MHz
89.3dBc/85.1dBc SFDR at fIN= 3MHz/70MHz
♦ 3.3V Low-Power Operation
373mW (Single-Ended Clock Mode)
399mW (Differential Clock Mode)
3µW (Power-Down Mode)
♦ Differential or Single-Ended Clock
♦ Fully Differential or Single-Ended Analog Input
♦ Adjustable Full-Scale Analog Input Range: ±0.35V
to ±1.15V
♦ Common-Mode Reference
♦ CMOS-Compatible Outputs in Two’s Complement
or Gray Code
♦ Data-Valid Indicator Simplifies Digital Design
♦ Data Out-of-Range Indicator
♦ Miniature, 40-Pin Thin QFN Package with Exposed
Paddle
♦ Evaluation Kit Available (Order MAX1211EVKIT)
MAX1208
12-Bit, 80Msps, 3.3V ADC
________________________________________________________________ Maxim Integrated Products 1
Ordering Information
19-1002; Rev 0; 8/04
For pricing, delivery, and ordering information, please contact Maxim/Dallas Direct! at
1-888-629-4642, or visit Maxim’s website at www.maxim-ic.com.
EVALUATION KIT
AVAILABLE