Analog Devices Inc. AD4131-8 Sigma-Delta Analog-to-Digital Converter

Analog Devices Inc. AD4131-8 Sigma-Delta Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) is an ultra-low power, high precision measurement solution designed for low bandwidth battery-operated applications. The analog front end (AFE) is fully integrated with a multiplexer for up to 16 single-ended or eight differential inputs, programmable gain amplifier (PGA), 16-bit sigma-delta (Σ-Δ) ADC, on-chip reference and oscillator, selectable filter options, smart sequencer, sensor biasing and excitation options, diagnostics, and duty cycling.

The ADI AD4131-8 Sigma-Delta ADC measures low-frequency signals with a current consumption of 28.5μA (gain = 1) and 32.5μA (gain = 128) while continuously converting. Furthermore, the device even lowers average currents when using one of the duty cycling options. The AD4131-8 can be configured to have eight differential inputs or 16 single-ended or pseudo-differential inputs, which connect to a crosspoint multiplexer. Once connected to the device, any input pair can become a measurement channel input to the PGA and ADC.

The AD4131-8 operates from a single analog supply voltage from 1.71V to 3.6V. In battery applications, operation as low as 1.71V can extend the system’s lifetime as the AFE can continue its operation, even as the battery voltage dissipates. The digital supply of 1.65V to 3.6V can be separated.

Features

  • Ultra-low current consumption (typical):
    • 32µA continuous conversion mode (gain = 128)
    • 5µA duty cycling mode (ratio = 1/16)
    • 0.5µA standby mode
    • 0.1µA power-down mode
  • Built-in features for system-level power savings:
    • 1/4 or 1/16 current saving duty cycle ratio
    • Single supply as low as 1.71V increasing battery length
  • RMS noise: 25nVrms at 1.17SPS (gain = 128) to 48nV/√Hz
  • Up to 16 noise-free bits (gain = 1)
  • 1.17SPS to 2.4kSPS output data rate
  • Operates from 1.71V to 3.6V single supply or ±1.8V split supplies
  • Band gap reference with 15ppm/°C maximum drift
  • General-purpose outputs
  • Diagnostic functionality
  • PGA with rail-to-rail analog input
  • Adaptable sensor interfacing functionality:
    • Matched programmable excitation currents for RTDs
    • On-chip bias voltage generator for thermocouples
    • Low-side power switch for bridge transducers
    • Sensor open wire detection
  • Internal temperature sensor and oscillator
  • Self and system calibration
  • Flexible filter options
  • Simultaneous 50Hz/60Hz rejection (on selected filter options)
  • Crosspoint multiplexed inputs
    • 8 differential/16 pseudo-differential inputs
  • 5MHz SPI (3-wire or 4-wire)
  • Available in 35-ball, 2.74mm × 3.6mm WLCSP
  • -40°C to +105°C temperature range

Applications

  • Smart transmitters
  • Wireless battery and harvester-powered sensor nodes
  • Portable instrumentation
  • Temperature measurement of thermocouple, RTD, and thermistors
  • Pressure measurement of bridge transducers
  • Healthcare and wearables

Functional Diagram

Block Diagram - Analog Devices Inc. AD4131-8 Sigma-Delta Analog-to-Digital Converter

Analog Devices Inc. AD4131-8 Sigma-Delta Analog-to-Digital Converter