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Analog Devices Inc. AD9060KZ
- Part No.:
- AD9060KZ
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Category:
- Analog to Digital Converters (ADC)
- Package:
- 68-CLCC
- Datasheet:
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AD9060KZ.pdf
- Description:
- IC ADC 10BIT 68CLCC
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Product details
Overview
AD9060KZ from Analog Devices is a monolithic 10-bit, 75 MSPS flash analog-to-digital converter with ECL-compatible outputs, bipolar ±1.75 V analog input range, 45 pF input capacitance, and 57 dB SNR at 2.3 MHz - deployed in high-speed digital oscilloscopes and radar warning systems.
For engineers reviewing the AD9060KZ datasheet, AD9060KZ pinout, AD9060KZ application, or AD9060KZ equivalent, this page delivers verified technical context, exact package mapping (Z-68D ceramic leaded chip carrier), confirmed ECL timing behavior, and real-world dynamic performance data at 0°C to +70°C operation.
Technical Context
The AD9060KZ uses a modified flash architecture with 512 comparators (half the typical count for 10-bit resolution), reducing input capacitance and improving linearity. It employs an internal resistor ladder with quarter-point taps (1/4REF, 1/2REF, 3/4REF) driven at ±0.875 V and 0 V to optimize integral nonlinearity.
Conversion is triggered on the rising edge of differential ECL ENCODE/ENCODE signals; aperture uncertainty is 5 ps rms, and output delay ranges from 2–9 ns. Overflow detection indicates AIN > +VSENSE, while MSB INVERT and LSBs INVERT pins configure output coding (binary, twos complement, or inverted variants).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 10-bit - delivers 1024 discrete quantization levels for high-fidelity waveform capture. |
| Max Conversion Rate | 75 MSPS - supports real-time digitization of wideband IF signals up to 175 MHz analog bandwidth. |
| SNR @ 2.3 MHz | 54–56 dB - enables ≥8.7 effective bits (ENOB) for clean spectral analysis in medical imaging. |
| Analog Input Range | ±1.75 V (bipolar) - matched to standard video and radar signal swing without external scaling. |
| Input Capacitance | 45 pF - low and stable across input voltage, minimizing loading on high-Z front-end amplifiers. |
| Supply Voltages | +VS = +5 V, –VS = –5.2 V - dual-rail ECL-compatible supply enabling noise-immune system integration. |
| Operating Temp | 0°C to +70°C - commercial-grade thermal specification validated per AD9060KZ ordering grade. |
Pinout & Package
The AD9060KZ is housed in a 68-lead ceramic leaded chip carrier (CLCC) package, designated Z-68D, optimized for low thermal impedance (θJC = 1°C/W) and high-speed signal integrity.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1/2REF (Pin 1) | Reference ladder midpoint | Drives internal 1/2 reference point at 0 V to correct offset and improve integral linearity. |
| AIN (Pins 8, 9) | Analog input pair | Differential-capable single-ended input node with 7 kΩ input resistance and 45 pF capacitance. |
| +VSENSE (Pin 11) | Top ladder sense | Monitors voltage at most positive ladder node; used with +VREF to null top-of-ladder offset errors. |
| ENCODE / ENCODE (Pins 13, 14) | Differential conversion trigger | ECL-compatible differential clock inputs; rising edge initiates sampling with 1 ns aperture delay. |
| D0–D9 (Pins 19–23, 46–50) | Digital output bus | ECL-level 10-bit parallel data (LSB D0 to MSB D9), terminated to –2 V via 100 Ω for signal integrity. |
| OVERFLOW (Pin 51) | Analog overrange indicator | ECL output asserted when AIN exceeds +VSENSE; independent of main data path timing. |
| MSB INVERT (Pin 61) | Output coding control | DC logic pin: grounded for standard binary, tied to +VS to invert D9 for twos complement format. |
| LSBs INVERT (Pin 59) | Output coding control | DC logic pin: grounded for standard binary, tied to +VS to invert D0–D8 for custom data formatting. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| 512-comparator flash architecture | Halves comparator count vs. conventional 1024-cell flash, cutting input capacitance to 45 pF and improving power efficiency. |
| Quarter-point reference taps | 1/4REF, 1/2REF, 3/4REF pins enable external biasing to reduce integral nonlinearity to ≤1.5 LSB (typ). |
| ECL-compatible I/O | Guarantees <3 ns rise/fall times and <9 ns output skew across D0–D9, supporting >30 MSPS noise-critical systems. |
| Voltage sense lines (+VSENSE/–VSENSE) | Allow closed-loop compensation of ladder offset errors, ensuring full-scale accuracy within ±90 mV (max) over temperature. |
| Configurable output coding | MSB INVERT and LSBs INVERT pins support binary, inverted binary, twos complement, and inverted twos complement formats without external logic. |
Applications
| Digital Oscilloscopes | Medical Imaging |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time acquisition of fast transient waveforms in benchtop and portable oscilloscopes. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary ADC capturing 75 MSPS sample streams with <5 ps aperture jitter to preserve time-domain fidelity. Use Value: 57 dB SNR at 2.3 MHz and 175 MHz analog bandwidth ensure accurate reconstruction of sub-ns edges and harmonic content. | Use Scenario: Digitizing time-multiplexed CCD or CMOS sensor outputs in ultrasound and MRI frontend modules. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-linearity ADC converting analog pixel pulses into 10-bit digital frames synchronized to system timing. Use Value: Guaranteed no missing codes and ≤1.5 LSB integral nonlinearity maintain grayscale fidelity across full dynamic range. |
| Professional Video | Radar Warning Systems |
Use Scenario: Baseband digitization of RGB or composite video signals in broadcast-quality production equipment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-speed ADC interfacing directly to video amplifiers with ECL-level timing for minimal inter-symbol interference. Use Value: Bipolar ±1.75 V input range matches standard video signal swing; 51 dB SNR at 10.3 MHz preserves chroma/luma separation. | Use Scenario: IF sampling in airborne radar warning receivers detecting pulsed RF threats across wide instantaneous bandwidth. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Wideband ADC performing direct digitization of 10–100 MHz IF signals with low harmonic distortion. Use Value: 70 dBc two-tone IMD rejection and 65 dBc harmonic suppression minimize false alarm rates in dense RF environments. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-speed ADC applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD9060JZ | Identical architecture, specs, and package; same 0°C to +70°C rating but different screening/test level (JZ = Level I DC accuracy, KZ = Level VI guaranteed at temp extremes). | Same use cases; selected where full-temperature-range production testing is not required. | Prefer AD9060KZ for production systems requiring guaranteed linearity at temperature limits. |
| AD9051KST | 10-bit, 60 MSPS, CMOS output (not ECL); 40 mW lower power; no overflow bit; 48-lead LQFP vs. 68-lead CLCC. | Suitable for space-constrained, lower-power embedded digitizers where ECL noise immunity is unnecessary. | Choose AD9060KZ when ECL timing integrity, 75 MSPS rate, or overflow flag functionality is mandatory. |
Compared with AD9060JZ, the AD9060KZ provides tighter production test coverage across its full 0°C to +70°C range; compared with AD9051KST, it delivers higher speed, ECL noise resilience, and dedicated overflow signaling - critical for radar and instrumentation.
Availability
AD9060KZ is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for digital oscilloscopes, radar warning systems, and professional video equipment requiring stable component supply, long-term obsolescence management, and traceable sourcing.
Supply support for AD9060KZ includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Analog Devices, Inc. is a global leader in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal processing semiconductors, headquartered in Norwood, MA.
The AD9060 product line delivers high-speed, low-jitter ADCs optimized for wideband receiver, test instrumentation, and real-time imaging applications demanding >50 dB SNR and sub-10 ps aperture uncertainty.
FAQ
What is the operating temperature range specified for the AD9060KZ?
The AD9060KZ is rated for operation from 0°C to +70°C. This commercial-grade temperature range is explicitly defined in the Analog Devices ordering guide and validated through Level VI production testing - meaning all units undergo 100% functional testing at 25°C and sample testing at temperature extremes to guarantee parametric compliance across the full range.
Does the AD9060KZ support configurable digital output coding formats?
Yes, the AD9060KZ supports four output coding formats via two dedicated control pins: MSB INVERT (Pin 61) and LSBs INVERT (Pin 59). When both are grounded, output is standard offset binary; tying either or both to +VS selects inverted binary, twos complement, or inverted twos complement - enabling direct interface with FPGAs or DSPs without external logic translation.
What package type is used for the AD9060KZ, and why is it suited for high-speed ADC applications?
The AD9060KZ uses a 68-lead ceramic leaded chip carrier (Z-68D package). Its low thermal impedance (θJC = 1°C/W) prevents junction overheating during sustained 3.3 W operation, while the gull-wing lead geometry minimizes parasitic inductance - preserving ECL signal integrity and reducing ground bounce in >75 MSPS sampling systems.
How does the AD9060KZ achieve improved linearity compared to conventional flash ADCs?
The AD9060KZ achieves superior linearity through three integrated techniques: (1) a 512-comparator architecture (vs. 1024) reducing matching-induced DNL error, (2) quarter-point reference taps (1/4REF, 1/2REF, 3/4REF) that allow external trimming of ladder nonlinearity, and (3) voltage sense lines (+VSENSE/–VSENSE) enabling closed-loop correction of top/bottom ladder offset errors down to ±45 mV.
Is the OVERFLOW output of the AD9060KZ guaranteed in the datasheet specifications?
No, the OVERFLOW output transition voltage and timing are not production-tested or guaranteed in the AD9060KZ datasheet. The overflow function is intended as a qualitative overrange indicator only - its accuracy depends on PCB layout, encode slew rate, and local noise coupling. For precise overvoltage measurement, external comparators referenced to +VSENSE should be used instead of relying on the AD9060KZ's OVERFLOW pin.
AD9060KZ Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 68-CLCC
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Number of Bits:
- 10
- Sampling Rate (Per Second):
- 75M
- Number of Inputs:
- -
- Input Type:
- -
- Data Interface:
- Parallel
- Configuration:
- -
- Ratio - S/H:ADC:
- -
- Number of A/D Converters:
- 1
- Architecture:
- -
- Reference Type:
- -
- Voltage - Supply, Analog:
- -
- Voltage - Supply, Digital:
- -
- Features:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 70°C
- Supplier Device Package:
- 68-CLCC (24.13x24.13)
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of AD9060KZ?
All AD9060KZ units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with AD9060KZ, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The AD9060KZ part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for AD9060KZ:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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