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AD8304:  160 dB Logarithmic Amplifier with Photo-Diode Interface

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AD8304 Data Sheet Rev A, 08/2002 (pdf 573kB)

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The AD8304 is a monolithic logarithmic detector optimized for the measurement of low frequency signal power in fiber optic systems. It uses an advanced translinear technique to provide an exceptionally large dynamic range in a versatile and easily used form. Its wide measurement range and accuracy are achieved using proprietary design techniques and precise laser trimming. In most applications only a single positive supply, VP, of 5 V will be required, but 3.0 V to 5.5 V can be used, and certain applications benefit from the added use of a negative supply, VN. When using low supply voltages, the log slope is readily altered to fit the available span. The low quiescent current and chip disable features facilitate use in battery-operated applications.

The AD8304 is available in a 14-lead TSSOP package and specified for operation from -40°C to +85°C.

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FEATURES and BENEFITS

  • Optimized for Fiber Optic Photodiode Interfacing
  • Eight Full Decades of Range
  • Single-Supply Operation (3.0 V– 5.5 V)
  • Complete and Temperature Stable
  • 1-, 2-, or 3-Pole Low-Pass Filtering at Output
  • Miniature 14-Lead Package (TSSOP)
  • Accurate Laser-Trimmed Scaling:
    Logarithmic Slope of 10 mV/dB
    (at VLOG Pin)
    Basic Logarithmic Intercept at 100 pA
    Easy Adjustment of Slope and Intercept
  • Output Bandwidth of 10 MHz,
    15 V/µs Slew Rate
  • Low Power: ~4.5 mA Quiescent Current (Enabled)

Functional Block Diagram for AD8304

AD8304 Diagram
Functional Block Diagram for AD8304

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Documentation

Title Content Type File Type
AD8304: 160 dB Range (100 pA-10 mA) Logarithmic Converter Data Sheet  (Rev A, 08/2002) (pdf, 573 kB) Data Sheets PDF
AN-643: Closed-Loop Control Circuit Implementation of the ADuC832 MicroConverter®IC and the AD8305 Logarithmic Converter in a Digital Variable Optical Attenuator  (pdf, 395 kB) Application Notes PDF
CN-0057: Interfacing the ADL5317 High Side Current Mirror to a Translinear Logarithmic Amplifier in an Avalanche Photodiode Power Detector Application  (pdf, 107 kB) Circuit Note PDF
CN-0056: Interfacing the ADL5315 High Side Current Mirror to a Translinear Logarithmic Amplifier in a Photodiode Power Detector Application  (pdf, 107 kB) Circuit Note PDF
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by Anil Rachakonda and Larry Hawkins, Analog Devices, Inc. (RF Design, 1/1/2007) 		Technical Articles HTML
Design a Logamp RF Pulse Detector  (pdf, 338 kB)
by Eamon Nash
(Microwaves & RF, January 1, 2000) 		Technical Articles PDF
Mixed Signal ICs Lend Flexibility to EDFA Control Applications
(WDM Solutions, April 2002) 		Technical Articles HTML
Logarithmic Processing Applied to Network Power Monitoring  (pdf, 593 kB)
by Eric Newman, Analog Devices, Inc. 		Technical Articles PDF
Detecting Fast RF Bursts Using Log Amps
(Analog Dialogue, Vol. 36, No. 5, September-October, 2002) 		Analog Dialogue HTML
Closed-Loop Control of Variable Optical Attenuators with Logarithmic Analog Processing
By Eric J. Newman and Matthew Pilotte, Analog Devices, Inc. (Analog Dialogue, Vol 37, December 2003) 		Analog Dialogue HTML
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Analog Devices’ optical and high speed networking ICs solve a depth and breadth of challenges faced by today’s designers of datacom and telecom systems, optical modules, and subsystems. Analog Devices products address a wide range of networking applications from O/E/O conversion, clock recovery, and backplane transmission to monitoring and control of optical power, power management, and clock generation and distribution. 		Overview PDF
RAQs index Rarely Asked Questions HTML
Glossary of EE Terms Glossary HTML

Design Tools,Models,Drivers & Software

Title Content Type File Type
AD8304 Component Calculator
A tool for calculating component values for changing the slope and intercept of the AD8304 logarithmic converter. 		Design Calculators HTML
AD8304 Log Amp - Raise or Lower Intercept
Calculates component values to change the AD8304 slope and intercept. This tool graphs the new curve showing the output voltage vs input current and the schematic. 		Design Assistants HTML

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Updated 01/2009
Circuit Note PDF

CN0056:Interfacing the ADL5315 High Side Current Mirror to a Translinear Logarithmic Amplifier in a Photodiode Power Detector Application

Benefits & Features
  • High Side Current Monitor of PIN Photodiode
  • Translinear Logarithmic Amplifier
  • Wide Input Current Range 3nA - 3mA
Products Used

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Available Design Resources

CN0056:Interfacing the ADL5315 High Side Current Mirror to a Translinear Logarithmic Amplifier in a Photodiode Power Detector Application
Updated 01/2009
Circuit Note PDF

CN0057:Interfacing the ADL5317 High Side Current Mirror to a Translinear Logarithmic Amplifier in an Avalanche Photodiode Power Detector Application

Benefits & Features
  • High Side Current Monitor of Avalanche Photodiode
  • Translinear Logarithmic Amplifier
  • Wide Input Current Range 3nA - 3mA
Products Used

Available Design Resources

CN0057:Interfacing the ADL5317 High Side Current Mirror to a Translinear Logarithmic Amplifier in an Avalanche Photodiode Power Detector Application

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AD8304 Model Options
Model Package Pins Temp.
Range 		Packing,
Qty 		Price*(100-499) Price*1000 pcs RoHS View PCN/ PDN Check Inventory/
Purchase/Sample
AD8304ARU Status: Production 14 ld TSSOP 14 Ind Tube, 96 $16.08 $14.62 N  Material Info PCN Purchase
AD8304ARU-REEL7 Status: Production 14 ld TSSOP 14 Ind Reel, 1000 - $14.62 N  Material Info PCN Purchase
AD8304ARUZ Status: Production 14 ld TSSOP 14 Ind Tube, 96 $13.92 $12.65 Y  Material Info PCN Purchase Sample
AD8304ARUZ-RL7 Status: Production 14 ld TSSOP 14 Ind Reel, 1000 - $12.65 Y  Material Info PCN Purchase
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AD8304 Evaluation Board
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AD8304-EVALZ Status: Production Evaluation Board $100.19 Yes - Contact ADI

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