LTC2450-1
Easy-to-Use, Ultra-Tiny
16-Bit Δ∑ ADC
DESCRIPTION
FEATURES
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GND to VCC Single-Ended Input Range
60 Conversions Per Second
0.02LSB RMS Noise
16-Bits, No Missing Codes
0.5mV Offset Error
4LSB Full-Scale Error
Single Conversion Settling Time for Multiplexed
Applications
Single Cycle Operation with Auto Shutdown
350μA Supply Current
50nA Sleep Current
Internal Oscillator—No External Components
Required
Single Supply, 2.7V to 5.5V Operation
SPI Interface
Ultra-Tiny, 2mm × 2mm DFN Package
APPLICATIONS
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System Monitoring
Environmental Monitoring
Direct Temperature Measurements
Instrumentation
Industrial Process Control
Data Acquisition
Embedded ADC Upgrades
The LTC®2450-1 is a low power, ultra-tiny 16-bit analogto-digital converter designed for space constrained applications requiring 16-bit performance. The LTC2450-1
uses a single 2.7V to 5.5V supply, accepts a single-ended
analog input voltage, and communicates through an SPI
interface. It includes an integrated oscillator that does
not require any external components. The delta-sigma
modulator converter core provides single-cycle settling
time for multiplexed applications. The converter is available in a 6-pin, 2mm × 2mm DFN package. The LTC2450-1
implements a proprietary input sampling scheme that
reduces the average input sampling current several orders
of magnitude.
The LTC2450-1 is capable of up to 60 conversions per
second and, due to the very large oversampling ratio, has
extremely relaxed antialiasing requirements. The converter
uses its power supply voltage as the reference voltage and
the single-ended, rail-to-rail input voltage range extends
from GND to VCC.
Following a conversion, the LTC2450-1 can automatically
enter a sleep mode and reduce its power to less than
500nA. At an output rate of 1Hz, the LTC2450-1 consumes
an average of less than 25μW from a 2.7V supply.
L, LT, LTC and LTM are registered trademarks of Linear Technology Corporation. Easy Drive
is a trademark of Linear Technology Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their
respective owners. Protected by U.S. Patents including 6208279, 6411242, 7088280, 7164378.
TYPICAL APPLICATION
Integral Nonlinearity
3.0
VCC = VREF = 3V
2.5
2.0
2.7 TO 5.5V
1k
VCC
CLOSE TO
CHIP
VIN
SENSE
LTC2450-1
CS
SCK
SDO
0.1μF
GND
24501 TA01
1.5
10μF
1.0
INL (LSB)
0.1μF
3-WIRE SPI
INTERFACE
0.5
TA = –45°C, 25°C, 90°C
0
–0.5
–1.0
–1.5
–2.0
–2.5
–3.0
0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
INPUT VOLTAGE (V)
2.5
3.0
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LTC2450-1
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
PIN CONFIGURATION
(Notes 1, 2)
Supply Voltage (VCC) ...................................– 0.3V to 6V
Analog Input Voltage (VIN) ........... – 0.3V to (VCC + 0.3V)
Digital Input Voltage..................... – 0.3V to (VCC + 0.3V)
Digital Output Voltage .................. – 0.3V to (VCC + 0.3V)
Operating Temperature Range
LTC2450C-1 ............................................. 0°C to 70°C
LTC2450I-1 ..........................................– 40°C to 85°C
Storage Temperature Range...................– 65°C to 150°C
TOP VIEW
6 SCK
VCC 1
7
VIN 2
5 SDO
4 CS
GND 3
DC PACKAGE
6-LEAD (2mm × 2mm) PLASTIC DFN
TJMAX = 125°C, JA = 102°C/W
EXPOSED PAD (PIN 17) IS GND, MUST BE SOLDERED TO PCB
ORDER INFORMATION
Lead Free Finish
TAPE AND REEL (MINI)
TAPE AND REEL
PART MARKING*
PACKAGE DESCRIPTION
TEMPERATURE RANGE
LTC2450CDC-1#TRMPBF
LTC2450CDC-1#TRPBF
LDBZ
6-Lead (2mm × 2mm) Plastic DFN
LTC2450IDC-1#TRMPBF
LTC2450IDC-1#TRPBF
LDBZ
6-Lead (2mm × 2mm) Plastic DFN
TRM = 500 pieces. *Temperature grades are identified by a label on the shipping container.
Consult LTC Marketing for parts specified with wider operating temperature ranges.
Consult LTC Marketing for information on lead based finish parts.
For more information on lead free part marking, go to: http://www.linear.com/leadfree/
For more information on tape and reel specifications, go to: http://www.linear.com/tapeandreel/
0°C to 70°C
– 40°C to 85°C
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
The l denotes the specifications which apply over the full operating
temperature range, otherwise specifications are at TA = 25°C. (Note 2)
PARAMETER
CONDITIONS
Resolution (No missing codes)
(Note 3)
l
(Note 4)
l
2
10
LSB
l
0.5
2
mV
Integral Nonlinearity
MIN
Offset Error
TYP
MAX
16
Offset Error Drift
Bits
0.02
l
Gain Error
UNITS
0.01
LSB/°C
0.02
% of FS
Gain Error Drift
0.02
LSB/°C
Transition Noise
1.4
μVRMS
ANALOG INPUT The l denotes the specifications which apply over the full operating temperature range,otherwise
specifications are at TA = 25°C.
SYMBOL
PARAMETER
VIN
Input Voltage Range
CIN
IN Sampling Capacitance
IDC_LEAK (VIN)
IN DC Leakage Current
ICONV
Input Sampling Current (Note 9)
CONDITIONS
MIN
l
TYP
0
MAX
VCC
0.35
VIN = GND (Note 5)
VIN = VCC (Note 5)
l
l
–10
–10
UNITS
1
1
50
pF
10
10
nA
nA
nA
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POWER REQUIREMENTS The l denotes the specifications which apply over the full operating temperature
range,otherwise specifications are at TA = 25°C.
SYMBOL
PARAMETER
VCC
Supply Voltage
ICC
Supply Current
Conversion
Sleep
CONDITIONS
MIN
l
CS = GND (Note 6)
CS = VCC (Note 6)
TYP
2.7
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l
350
0.05
MAX
UNITS
5.5
V
600
0.5
μA
μA
DIGITAL INPUTS AND DIGITAL OUTPUTS
The l denotes the specifications which apply over the full
operating temperature range,otherwise specifications are at TA = 25°C. (Note 2)
SYMBOL
PARAMETER
CONDITIONS
MIN
VIH
High Level Input Voltage
l
VIL
Low Level Input Voltage
l
IIN
Digital Input Current
l
CIN
Digital Input Capacitance
VOH
High Level Output Voltage
VOL
Low Level Output Voltage
IOZ
Hi-Z Output Leakage Current
TYP
MAX
UNITS
VCC – 0.3
V
–10
0.3
V
10
μA
10
IO = –800μA
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IO = –1.6mA
l
l
pF
VCC – 0.5
V
–10
0.4
V
10
μA
TIMING CHARACTERISTICS The l denotes the specifications which apply over the full operating temperature
range,otherwise specifications are at TA = 25°C.
SYMBOL
PARAMETER
CONDITIONS
MIN
TYP
MAX
UNITS
14
16.6
21
ms
2
MHz
tCONV
Conversion Time
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fSCK
SCK Frequency Range
l
tlSCK
SCK Low Period
l
250
ns
thSCK
SCK High Period
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250
ns
t1
CS Falling Edge to SDO Low-Z
(Notes 7, 8)
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0
100
ns
t2
CS Rising Edge to SDO Hi-Z
(Notes 7, 8)
l
0
100
ns
t3
CS Falling Edge to SCK Falling Edge
l
100
tKQ
SCK Falling Edge to SDO Valid
l
0
(Note 7)
Note 1: Stresses beyond those listed under Absolute Maximum Ratings
may cause permanent damage to the device. Exposure to any Absolute
Maximum Rating condition for extended periods may affect device
reliability and lifetime.
Note 2: All voltage values are with respect to GND. VCC = 2.7V to 5.5V
unless otherwise specified.
Note 3: Guaranteed by design, not subject to test.
Note 4: Integral nonlinearity is defined as the deviation of a code from
a straight line passing through the actual endpoints of the transfer
curve. The deviation is measured from the center of the quantization
band. Guaranteed by design, test correlation and 3 point transfer curve
measurement.
ns
100
ns
Note 5: CS = VCC. A positive current is flowing into the DUT pin.
Note 6: SCK = VCC or GND. SDO is high impedance.
Note 7: See Figure 3.
Note 8: See Figure 4.
Note 9: Input sampling current is the average input current drawn from
the input sampling network while the LTC2450-1 is actively sampling the
input.
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LTC2450-1
TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS
VCC = VREF = 5V
2.0
2.0
1.5
1.5
1.0
1.0
0.5
0
TA = –45°C, 25°C, 90°C
–0.5
VCC = VREF = 3V
4.0
3.5
TA = –45°C, 25°C, 90°C
0
–0.5
–1.0
–1.5
–1.5
–2.0
–2.0
–2.5
–2.5
–3.0
0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0
INPUT VOLTAGE (V)
4.5
0.5
–1.0
–3.0
Maximum INL vs Temperature
5.0
2.5
INL (LSB)
INL (LSB)
2.5
Integral Nonlinearity
3.0
INL (LSB)
Integral Nonlinearity
3.0
Offset Error vs Temperature
0.5
0
0.5
2.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
INPUT VOLTAGE (V)
0
–50
3.0
2.75
VCC = 5.5V
3
2
TRANSITION NOISE RMS (μV)
GAIN ERROR (LSB)
OFFSET (LSB)
VCC = 2.7V
3
VCC = 2.7V
2
VCC = 5.5V
1
0
1
75
100
–1
–50
–25
75
0
25
50
TEMPERATURE (°C)
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1.25
VCC = 3V
1.00
0.50
0.75
100
0
–50 –30
50
–10 10 30
TEMPERATURE (°C)
70
90
24501 G06
Conversion Mode Power Supply
Current vs Temperature
CONVERSION CURRENT (μA)
TRANSITION NOISE RMS (μV)
2.00
1.00
VCC = 5V
1.50 VCC = 4.1V
500
2.25
1.25
1.75
TA = 25°C
2.50
1.50
2.25
2.00
24501 G05
Transition Noise vs Output Code
1.75
2.50
0.25
VCC = 4.1V
2.75
100
Transition Noise vs Temperature
4
3.00
75
3.00
VCC = 4.1V
50
25
0
TEMPERATURE (°C)
50
25
0
TEMPERATURE (°C)
–25
24501 G03
Gain Error vs Temperature
6
–25
VCC = 4.1V
VCC = 3V
1.0
5
0
–50
VCC = 5V
2.0
24501 G02
7
4
2.5
1.5
24501 G01
5
3.0
VCC = 5V
VCC = 3V
0.50
0.75
VCC = 5V
400
VCC = 3V
300
VCC = 4.1V
200
100
0.25
0
0.80
1.00
0.40
0.60
0
0.20
OUTPUT CODE (NORMALIZED TO FULL SCALE)
24501 G07
0
–45
–25
35
15
–5
55
TEMPERATURE (°C)
75
95
24501 G08
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TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS
Average Supply Power
vs Temperature, VCC = 3V
Sleep Mode Power Supply
Current vs Temperature
AVERAGE SUPPLY POWER (μW)
10000
200
VCC = 5V
150
VCC = 4.1V
100
50
0
–45
VCC = 3V
–25
35
15
–5
55
TEMPERATURE (°C)
75
60 Hz OUTPUT SAMPLE RATE
1000
10 Hz OUTPUT SAMPLE RATE
100
1 Hz OUTPUT SAMPLE RATE
10
–50
95
–25
24501 G09
0
25
50
TEMPERATURE (°C)
75
100
24501 G10
Conversion Period
vs Temperature
22
21
CONVERSION TIME (ms)
SLEEP MODE CURRENT (nA)
250
20
VCC = 5.5V, 4.1V, 2.7V
19
18
17
16
15
–45 –25
–5
15
35
55
75
95
TEMPERATURE (°C)
24501 G11
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PIN FUNCTIONS
VCC (Pin 1): Positive Supply Voltage and Converter Reference Voltage. Bypass to GND (Pin 3) with a 10μF capacitor
in parallel with a low series inductance 0.1μF capacitor
located as close to the part as possible.
VIN (Pin 2): Analog Input Voltage.
GND (Pin 3): Ground. Connect to a ground plane through
a low impedance connection.
CS (Pin 4): Chip Select (Active LOW) Digital Input. A
LOW on this pin enables the SDO digital output. A HIGH
on this pin places the SDO output pin in a high impedance state.
SDO (Pin 5): Three-State Serial Data Output. SDO is used
for serial data output during the DATA OUTPUT state and
can be used to monitor the conversion status.
SCK (Pin 6): Serial Clock Input. SCK synchronizes the serial
data output. While digital data is available (the ADC is not
in CONVERT state) and CS is LOW (ADC is not in SLEEP
state) a new data bit is produced at the SDO output pin
following every falling edge applied to the SCK pin.
Exposed Pad (Pin 7): Ground. The Exposed Pad must be
soldered to the same point as Pin 3.
FUNCTIONAL BLOCK DIAGRAM
VCC
VCC
VIN
GND
REF +
16 BIT ΔΣ
A/D
CONVERTER
REF –
CS
SDO
SCK
SPI
INTERFACE
INTERNAL
OSCILLATOR
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Figure 1. Functional Block Diagram
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APPLICATIONS INFORMATION
CONVERTER OPERATION
Converter Operation Cycle
The LTC2450-1 is a low power, delta-sigma analog-todigital converter with a simple 3-wire interface (see
Figure 1). Its operation is composed of three successive
states: CONVERT, SLEEP and DATA OUTPUT. The operating cycle begins with the CONVERT state, is followed
by the SLEEP state, and ends with the DATA OUTPUT
state (see Figure 2). The 3-wire interface consists of
serial data output (SDO), serial clock input (SCK), and the
active low chip select input (CS).
The CONVERT state duration is determined by the LTC24501 conversion time (nominally 16.6 milliseconds). Once
started, this operation can not be aborted except by a low
power supply condition (VCC < 2.1V) which generates an
internal power-on reset signal.
After the completion of a conversion, the LTC2450-1
enters the SLEEP state and remains there until both the
chip select and clock inputs are low (CS = SCK = LOW).
Following this condition the ADC transitions into the DATA
OUTPUT state.
POWER-ON RESET
CONVERT
SLEEP
NO
The DATA OUTPUT state concludes in one of two different
ways. First, the DATA OUTPUT state operation is completed
once all 16 data bits have been shifted out and the clock
then goes low. This corresponds to the 16th falling edge
of SCK. Second, the DATA OUTPUT state can be aborted
at any time by a LOW-to-HIGH transition on the CS input.
Following either one of these two actions, the LTC2450-1
will enter the CONVERT state and initiate a new conversion cycle.
When the power supply voltage VCC applied to the converter is below approximately 2.1V, the ADC performs a
power-on reset. This feature guarantees the integrity of
the conversion result.
SCK = LOW
AND
CS = LOW?
DATA OUTPUT
16TH FALLING
EDGE OF SCK
OR
CS = HIGH?
Upon entering the DATA OUTPUT state, SDO outputs the
most significant bit (D15) of the conversion result. During
this state, the ADC shifts the conversion result serially
through the SDO output pin under the control of the SCK
input pin. There is no latency in generating this data and
the result corresponds to the last completed conversion.
A new bit of data appears at the SDO pin following each
falling edge detected at the SCK input pin. The user can
reliably latch this data on every rising edge of the external
serial clock signal driving the SCK pin (see Figure 3).
Power-Up Sequence
YES
NO
While in the SLEEP state, whenever the chip select input is pulled high (CS = HIGH), the LTC2450-1’s power
supply current is reduced to less than 500nA. When the
chip select input is pulled low (CS = LOW), and SCK is
maintained at a HIGH logic level, the LTC2450-1 will return
to a normal power consumption level. During the SLEEP
state, the result of the last conversion is held indefinitely
in a static register.
YES
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Figure 2. LTC2450-1 State Transition Diagram
When VCC rises above this critical threshold, the converter
generates an internal power-on reset (POR) signal for
approximately 0.5ms. The POR signal clears all internal
registers. Following the POR signal, the LTC2450-1 starts
a conversion cycle and follows the succession of states
described in Figure 2. The first conversion result following POR is accurate within the specifications of the
device if the power supply voltage VCC is restored within
the operating range (2.7V to 5.5V) before the end of the
POR time interval.
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APPLICATIONS INFORMATION
Ease of Use
Input Voltage Range
The LTC2450-1 data output has no latency, filter settling
delay or redundant results associated with the conversion
cycle. There is a one-to-one correspondence between the
conversion and the output data. Therefore, multiplexing
multiple analog input voltages requires no special actions.
The ADC is capable of digitizing true rail-to-rail input signals. Ignoring offset and full-scale errors, the converter
will theoretically output an “all zero” digital result when
the input is at ground (a zero scale input) and an “all
one” digital result when the input is at VCC (a full-scale
input). In an under-range condition, for all input voltages
less than the voltage corresponding to output code 0, the
converter will generate the output code 0. In an over-range
condition, for all input voltages greater than the voltage
corresponding to output code 65535 the converter will
generate the output code 65535.
The LTC2450-1 includes a proprietary input sampling
scheme that reduces the average input current several
orders of magnitude as compared to traditional delta
sigma architectures. This allows external filter networks
to interface directly to the LTC2450-1. Since the average
input sampling current is 50nA, an external RC lowpass
filter using a 1kΩ and 0.1μF results in