The MCP3204T-CI/ST is an Integrated Circuit (IC) component manufactured by Microchip Technology. It is a 12-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) that offers high performance and high-resolution conversion of analog signals into digital form. Here is an overview of the key features of this IC component.
1. High Resolution: The MCP3204T-CI/ST provides a 12-bit resolution, which means it can convert analog signals into digital representation with a precision of 1 part in 4096.
2. SPI Interface: This IC utilizes a Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) for communication with a microcontroller or other digital devices. SPI enables high-speed and efficient data transfer between the MCP3204T-CI/ST and the controlling device.
3. Input Channels: It has four differential input channels, which allow the measurement of voltage differences between two input pins. This provides flexibility in measuring multiple analog signals simultaneously.
4. Wide Input Range: The MCP3204T-CI/ST supports a wide input voltage range from 0V to Vref, which can be set by an external voltage reference.
5. Low Power Consumption: This IC component has a low power consumption mode, allowing energy-efficient operation suitable for battery-powered applications or systems where power conservation is a priority.
6. Conversion Speed: It can achieve a maximum sampling rate of 100,000 samples per second (100 ksps)
