AD536A (3)
The AD536A is available from Analog Devices at Xecor. Designed for true RMS-to-DC conversion, the AD536A offers high accuracy with laser-trimmed performance, a wide bandwidth of up to 300 kHz, and crest factor compensation for measurements with minimal error. Available in 14-pin ceramic dual-in-line packages (CDIP), it is ideal for precision measurement applications in industries such as telecommunications, industrial automation, and military systems. Whether used in signal processing, power monitoring, or complex waveform analysis, this series ensures reliability, scalability, and efficiency for demanding applications. Xecor is an authorized distributor for Analog Devices. Please view our extensive selection of the AD536A series below.
| Part Number | Description | Package | Inventory | Add To Bom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AD536AJH | Established French electronic distributor since 1988 | TO-100-10 | 5,918 | |
| 5962-89805012A | Get reliable true RMS conversion every time | LCC-20 | 4,151 | |
| 5962-8980501CA | RMS to DC Converter 125V 2000uA 2300kHz 14-Pin SBCDIP Tube | CDIP-14 | 3,724 |
Key Featrues
True RMS-to-DC Conversion: The AD536A performs true RMS-to-DC conversion, enabling accurate measurement of complex waveforms with both AC and DC components. This feature ensures high precision in applications such as power monitoring, signal processing, and instrumentation, where accurate RMS calculations are critical.
Wide Bandwidth (Up to 300 kHz): With a bandwidth extending to 300 kHz, the AD536A can handle high-frequency signals with minimal error (less than 3 dB for signals above 100 mV). This makes it suitable for applications in audio, RF, and other high-frequency domains, enhancing its versatility and performance.
Crest Factor Compensation: The device includes a crest factor compensation scheme, allowing accurate RMS measurements even for waveforms with high crest factors (up to 7). This ensures reliable performance in scenarios with peaky or irregular signals, such as in power quality analysis or telecommunications.
Laser-Trimmed Accuracy: The AD536A is laser-trimmed to achieve high accuracy, with maximum errors of ±0.2% (AD536AK) and ±0.5% (AD536AJ). This precision makes it ideal for demanding applications where measurement accuracy is paramount, such as in industrial control systems or precision instrumentation.
dB Output with 60 dB Range: The device provides a dB output with a 60 dB range, facilitating logarithmic measurements and simplifying signal level monitoring in applications like audio engineering, telecommunications, and RF signal analysis. This feature enhances usability and reduces the need for additional signal processing components.
Wide Bandwidth (Up to 300 kHz): With a bandwidth extending to 300 kHz, the AD536A can handle high-frequency signals with minimal error (less than 3 dB for signals above 100 mV). This makes it suitable for applications in audio, RF, and other high-frequency domains, enhancing its versatility and performance.
Crest Factor Compensation: The device includes a crest factor compensation scheme, allowing accurate RMS measurements even for waveforms with high crest factors (up to 7). This ensures reliable performance in scenarios with peaky or irregular signals, such as in power quality analysis or telecommunications.
Laser-Trimmed Accuracy: The AD536A is laser-trimmed to achieve high accuracy, with maximum errors of ±0.2% (AD536AK) and ±0.5% (AD536AJ). This precision makes it ideal for demanding applications where measurement accuracy is paramount, such as in industrial control systems or precision instrumentation.
dB Output with 60 dB Range: The device provides a dB output with a 60 dB range, facilitating logarithmic measurements and simplifying signal level monitoring in applications like audio engineering, telecommunications, and RF signal analysis. This feature enhances usability and reduces the need for additional signal processing components.
Applications
Precision Power Measurement: The AD536A is ideal for accurately measuring the true RMS value of AC power signals in industrial and laboratory environments. Its high accuracy and wide bandwidth make it suitable for monitoring power quality, analyzing waveforms, and ensuring compliance with electrical standards in power distribution systems.
Audio Signal Processing: The AD536A is perfect for audio applications requiring true RMS-to-DC conversion, such as audio level meters and sound pressure measurement systems. Its ability to handle complex waveforms and high crest factors ensures accurate representation of audio signals, making it a reliable choice for professional audio equipment and acoustic analysis.
RF and Communication Systems: The AD536A is well-suited for RF signal measurement in communication systems, where accurate RMS detection is critical for signal strength monitoring and modulation analysis. Its wide bandwidth and low error at high frequencies make it an excellent choice for RF power amplifiers, transceivers, and signal analyzers.
Industrial Automation and Control: The AD536A is ideal for use in industrial automation systems, where it can measure the RMS value of motor currents, voltage levels, and other AC signals. Its robust performance and high accuracy ensure reliable operation in harsh industrial environments, making it suitable for motor control, robotics, and process monitoring applications.
Audio Signal Processing: The AD536A is perfect for audio applications requiring true RMS-to-DC conversion, such as audio level meters and sound pressure measurement systems. Its ability to handle complex waveforms and high crest factors ensures accurate representation of audio signals, making it a reliable choice for professional audio equipment and acoustic analysis.
RF and Communication Systems: The AD536A is well-suited for RF signal measurement in communication systems, where accurate RMS detection is critical for signal strength monitoring and modulation analysis. Its wide bandwidth and low error at high frequencies make it an excellent choice for RF power amplifiers, transceivers, and signal analyzers.
Industrial Automation and Control: The AD536A is ideal for use in industrial automation systems, where it can measure the RMS value of motor currents, voltage levels, and other AC signals. Its robust performance and high accuracy ensure reliable operation in harsh industrial environments, making it suitable for motor control, robotics, and process monitoring applications.
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