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Overview
Features and Benefits
- 18-bit resolution with no missing codes
- Throughput: 2 MSPS (TURBO = high), 1.5 MSPS (TURBO = low)
- Low power dissipation
- 15 mW at 2 MSPS, with external reference
- 26 mW at 2 MSPS with internal reference
- INL: ±1 LSB typical, ±2.5 LSB maximum
- SNR
- 95.5 dB, with on-chip reference
- 97.0 dB, with external reference
- 4.096 V internal reference: typical drift of 10 ppm/°C
- True differential analog input voltage range: ±VREF
- 0 V to VREF with VREF up to 5.0 V
- Allows use of any input range
- See data sheet for additional features
Product Details
The AD7986 is an 18-bit, 2 MSPS successive approximation, analog-to-digital converter (ADC). It contains a low power, high speed, 18-bit sampling ADC, an internal conversion clock, an internal reference (and buffer), error correction circuits, and a versatile serial interface port. On the rising edge of CNV, the AD7986 samples the voltage difference between the IN+ and IN− pins. The voltages on these pins usually swing in opposite phases between 0 V and VREF. It features a very high sampling rate turbo mode (TURBO = high) and a reduced power normal mode (TURBO = low) for low power applications where the power is scaled with the throughput.
In normal mode (TURBO = low), the SPI-compatible serial interface also features the ability, using the SDI input, to daisychain several ADCs on a single 3-wire bus and provide an optional busy indicator. It is compatible with 1.8 V, 2.5 V, and 2.7 V using the separate VIO supply.
The AD7986 is available in a 20-lead LFCSP with operation specified from −40°C to +85°C.
Applications
- Battery-powered equipment
- Data acquisition systems
- Medical instruments
- Seismic data acquisition systems
Product Categories
Markets and Technologies
Product Lifecycle
Production
At least one model within this product family is in production and available for purchase. The product is appropriate for new designs but newer alternatives may exist.
Evaluation Kits (1)
Documentation & Resources
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The Data Conversion Handbook, 20051/2/2005
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MT-002: What the Nyquist Criterion Means to Your Sampled Data System Design2/14/2015
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MT-074: Differential Drivers for Precision ADCs2/14/2015
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MT-031: Grounding Data Converters and Solving the Mystery of "AGND" and "DGND"3/20/2009
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MT-001: Taking the Mystery out of the Infamous Formula, "SNR=6.02N + 1.76dB", and Why You Should Care3/4/2009
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SAR ADC & Driver Quick-Match Guide9/13/2013
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Protecting ADC Inputs4/1/2017
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Designing Power Supplies for High Speed ADC2/1/2012
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Ultrahigh-Performance Differential-Output Programmable-Gain Instrumentation Amplifier for Data Acquisition10/1/2011 Analog Dialogue
Tools & Simulations
Precision ADC Driver Tool
The Precision ADC Driver Tool is a web application that simulates the performance of precision ADC and driver combinations. Potential issues with driver selection, kickback settling, and distortion are flagged, and design tradeoffs can be quickly evaluated. Simulations and calculations include system noise, distortion, and settling of the ADC input

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Product Recommendations
AD7986 Companion Parts
Recommended Digital Isolators
- For SPI Interface, enhanced system-level ESD performance, 2.5 kVrms isolation: ADUM3401.
- For SPI Interface, low power, 5.0 kVrms isolation: ADUM4401.
- For SPI Interface, lowest power, 2.5 kVrms isolation: ADUM1401.
- For SPI Interface, smallest package, low voltage I/O (1.8 V to 5.5 V): ADUM3481.
Recommended External Voltage References
Recommended Driver Amplifiers
- For low frequency, precision, low bias current applications: ADA4627-1, ADA4610-2, AD8476.
- For precision, low power, low distortion applications: ADA4841-1, ADA4940-1, ADA4941-1.
- For high frequency, low noise, low distortion applications: ADA4897-1, AD8021.
Design Resources
ADI has always placed the highest emphasis on delivering products that meet the maximum levels of quality and reliability. We achieve this by incorporating quality and reliability checks in every scope of product and process design, and in the manufacturing process as well. "Zero defects" for shipped products is always our goal.View our quality and reliability program and certifications for more information.
Part Number | Material Declaration | Reliability Data | Pin/Package Drawing | CAD Symbols, Footprints & 3D Models |
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AD7986BCPZ | Material Declaration | Reliability Data | 20-Lead LFCSP (4mm x 4mm w/ EP) | |
AD7986BCPZ-RL7 | Material Declaration | Reliability Data | 20-Lead LFCSP (4mm x 4mm w/ EP) | |
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