austriamicrosystems Expands ADC Product Line with AS1526/27 10-bit, 73ksps, Ultra Low-Power A/D Converter Family.

Ideal for Battery-Powered Devices and Portable Data Acquisition Systems, Including Remote Sensors or Pen Digitizers with Strict Low Power Requirements

UNTERPREMSTAETTEN, Austria -- austriamicrosystems (SWX:AMS), a leading global designer and manufacturer of analog integrated circuits (ICs) for communication, industrial, medical and automotive applications, has expanded its A/D converter portfolio with the new AS1526/27 family of 10-bit, single-channel, ultra low power A/D converters. Combining ultra low-power operation at a high sampling speed of 73ksps with excellent dynamic performance in a small SOIC-8 package, the AS1526/27 family is ideal for battery-powered devices and portable data acquisition systems such as remote sensors or pen digitizers.

Demonstrating austriamicrosystems' continued industry leadership in low power consumption the AS1526, which features an internal 2.5V reference, consumes only 4mW (3V). On the other hand the AS1527, which requires an external reference, needs even less - 3mW (3V) at the 73ksps maximum sampling rate. Both parts operate from a 2.7 to 5.25V single supply.

Software power-down further reduces current consumption to 0.3uA in shutdown mode. This decreases total power consumption to a stunning 22uA at sampling rates of 1ksps (AS1527).

"This type of A/D converter is ideal for applications with demanding power consumption and space requirements, and a high conversion speed can still be achieved," said Walter Moshammer, marketing director for standard linear at austriamicrosystems.

SPI, QSPI and a Microwire-compatible interface enable high-speed data access while minimizing board space, while an integrated 2.5V reference reduces external component count. Both devices contain an internal clock - however, they also support an external clock for increased flexibility.

The AS1526/27 family is available in an 8-pin SOIC package, suitable for operating environments ranging from -40C to +85C. For product-specific information, to download datasheets or to request free samples from austriamicrosystems' online shop ICdirect, please visit http://www.austriamicrosystems.com/03products/23_ad_converter.htm

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About austriamicrosystems

austriamicrosystems is a leading designer and manufacturer of high performance analog ICs, combining more than 25 years of analog design capabilities and system know-how with its own state-of-the-art manufacturing and test facilities. austriamicrosystems leverages its expertise in low power and high accuracy to provide industry-leading customized and standard analog products. Operating worldwide with more than 1,000 employees, austriamicrosystems focuses on the areas of power management, sensors & sensor interfaces, portable audio and car access in its markets Communications, Industry & Medical and Automotive, complemented by its Full Service Foundry activities. austriamicrosystems is listed on the SWX Swiss Exchange in Zurich (ticker symbol: AMS). For more information, please visit the web site at www.austriamicrosystems.com.

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