Texas Instruments FDC1004 4-Channel Capacitance-to-Digital Converter

Texas Instruments FDC1004 4-Channel Capacitance-to-Digital Converter is a high-resolution, 4-channel capacitance-to-digital converter for implementing capacitive sensing solutions. Each channel has a full-scale range of ±15pF and can handle a sensor offset capacitance of up to 100pF, which can be either programmed internally or can be an external capacitor for tracking environmental changes over time and temperature. The large offset capacitance capability allows for the use of remote sensors. The FDC1004 also includes shield drivers for sensor shields, which can reduce EMI interference and help focus the sensing direction of a capacitive sensor. The small footprint of the FDC1004 allows for use in space-constrained applications. The Texas Instruments FDC1004 is available in a 10-pin WSON package and features an I2C interface for interfacing to an MCU.

Features

  • ±15pF input range 
  • 0.5fF measurement resolution 
  • 100pF maximum offset capacitance
  • Programmable output rates (100/200/400S/s)
  • 400pF maximum shield load
  • 3.3V supply voltage
  • -40°C to 85°C temperature range
  • Current consumption
    • Active - 750µA
    • Standby - 29µA
  • Interface: I2C
  • Four channels

Applications

  • Printers and copiers
  • Electronic metering
  • Digital cameras
  • White goods
  • Elapsed time counter
  • Network powered devices
  • Battery backed-up systems
  • Data loggers
  • Digital voice recorders
  • Mobile equipment
  • Accurate high duration timer

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Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram - Texas Instruments FDC1004 4-Channel Capacitance-to-Digital Converter
Publicado: 2014-10-20 | Actualizado: 2023-10-31