AD537:  Integrated Circuit Voltage-to-Frequency Converter

The AD537 is a monolithic V-F converter consisting of an input amplifier, a precision oscillator system, an accurate internal reference generator and a high current output stage. Only a single ...More

AD537:  Integrated Circuit Voltage-to-Frequency Converter

Product Description

The AD537 is a monolithic V-F converter consisting of an input amplifier, a precision oscillator system, an accurate internal reference generator and a high current output stage. Only a single external RC network is required to set up any full-scale (F.S.) frequency up to 100 kHz and any F.S. input voltage up to ±30 V. Linearity error is as low as ±0.05% for 10 kHz F.S., and operation is guaranteed over an 80 dB dynamic range. The overall temperature coefficient (excluding the effects of external components) is typically ±30 ppm/°C. The AD537 operates from a single supply of 5 V to 36 V and consumes only 1.2 mA quiescent current.

A temperature-proportional output, scaled to 1.00 mV/K, enables the circuit to be used as a reliable temperature-to-frequency converter; in combination with the fixed reference output of 1.00 V, offset scales such as 0°C or 0°F can be generated.

The low drift (1µV/°C typ) input amplifier allows operation directly from small signals (e.g., thermocouples or strain gages) while offering a high (250 M(Ohm) input resistance. Unlike most V-F converters, the AD537 provides a square-wave output, and can drive up to 12 TTL loads, LEDs, very long cables, etc.

The excellent temperature characteristics and long-term stability of the AD537 are guaranteed by the primary bandgap reference generator and the low T.C. silicon chromium thin film resistors used throughout.

The device is available in either a TO-116 ceramic DIP or a TO-100 metal can; both are hermetically sealed packages.

The AD537 is available in three performance/temperature grades; the J and K grades are specified for operation over the 0°C to +70°C range while the AD537S is specified for operation over the extended temperature range, -55°C to +125°C.

*Protected by Patent Nos. 3,88,963 and RE 20,586.

Features

  • Low Cost A-D Conversion
  • Versatile Input Amplifier
    - Positive or Negative Voltage Modes
    - Negative Current Mode
    - High Input Impedance, Low Drift
  • Single Supply, 5 V to 36 V
  • Linearity: ±0.05% FS
  • Low Power: 1.2 mA Quiescent Current
  • Full-Scale Frequency up to 100 kHz
  • 1.00 V Reference
  • Thermometer Output (1 mV/K)
  • F-V Applications
  • MIL-STD-883 Compliant Versions Available

Diagrams

AD537 Diagram
Pin Configuration for AD537

Specifications

Architecture Non-Synchronous
# Channels 1-Single Ended
Input Voltage Range (V) ±11V
Full Scale Fout (kHz) 150kHz
Reference Voltage (V) 1V
Accuracy (%/kHz) 0.25
Voltage Supply (V) +/- 5 to +/- 18
Supply Current (max) 2.5mA
Package 14-Lead CerDIP

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Part# Architecture # Channels Input Voltage Range (V) Full Scale Fout (kHz) Reference Voltage (V) Accuracy (%/kHz) Input Clk Frequency (MHz) Voltage Supply (V) Supply Current (max) Package Price* (1000-4999)
AD537 Non-Synchronous 1-Single Ended ±11 150 1 0.25 - +/- 5 to +/- 18 2.5 14-Lead CerDIP $9.54
AD650 Non-Synchronous 1-Single Ended +11 1000 - 0.1 - +/- 9 to +/- 18 8 14-Lead CerDIP, 14-Lead PDIP, 20-Lead PLCC $7.92
AD652 Synchronous 1-Single Ended ±10 2500 5 2 5 +/- 6 to +/- 15 15 20-Lead PLCC $9.80
AD654 Non-Synchronous 1-Single Ended ±14 500 - 0.4 - +/- 5 to +/- 18 2.5 8-Lead PDIP, 8-Lead SOIC $3.72
AD7740 Synchronous 1-Single Ended +2.5 500 2.5 1 1 3 to 5.25 1.5 8-Lead MSOP, 8-Lead SOT-23 $0.90
AD7741 Synchronous 1-Single Ended +2.5 3072 2.5 2 6.144 4.75 to 5.25 8 8-Lead PDIP, 8-Lead SOIC $1.74
AD7742 Synchronous 2-Differential, 3-Pseudo Differential +3.5 3072 2.5 2 6.144 4.75 to 5.25 8 16-Lead PDIP, 16-Lead SOIC -
ADVFC32 Non-Synchronous 1-Single Ended +10 500 - 0.2 - +/- 9 to +/- 18 8 14-Lead PDIP $6.07

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  • Automotive: -40 to +125 degrees Celsius
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