Microprocessor Monitor The MAX1232CPA+ is a 12-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) manufactured by Maxim Integrated (now part of Analog Devices). Here are its key specifications, descriptions, and features:
### **Specifications:**
- **Resolution:** 12-bit
- **Channels:** 8 single-ended or 4 differential
- **Conversion Rate:** Up to 133ksps (thousand samples per second)
- **Input Voltage Range:** 0V to VREF (programmable)
- **Reference Voltage:** Internal 4.096V or external (2V to VDD)
- **Supply Voltage (VDD):** +4.75V to +5.25V
- **Power Consumption:** 2.5mA (operating), 1µA (shutdown)
- **Interface:** SPI/QSPI/MICROWIRE-compatible serial
- **Operating Temperature Range:** 0°C to +70°C
- **Package:** 8-pin PDIP
### **Descriptions:**
- The MAX1232CPA+ is a low-power, multichannel ADC with an internal track/hold and reference.
- It supports both single-ended and differential input configurations.
- Designed for applications requiring high accuracy and low power consumption, such as data acquisition and industrial control systems.
### **Features:**
- **Low Power:** Operates at 2.5mA (active mode) and 1µA (shutdown).
- **Flexible Input Configuration:** 8 single-ended or 4 differential channels.
- **Internal Reference:** 4.096V with low drift (15ppm/°C typical).
- **Serial Interface:** SPI-compatible for easy microcontroller interfacing.
- **Software-Configurable:** Allows adjustment of resolution, input mode, and power modes.
- **No External Components Required:** Includes internal track/hold and reference.
This information is based solely on the manufacturer's datasheet. For detailed application notes or design considerations, refer to the official documentation from Maxim Integrated (Analog Devices).
