Analog Devices AD636JHZ True RMS-to-DC Converter

The AD636JHZ is a high precision, low power, integrated true RMS-to-DC converter from Analog Devices Inc. It offers a high level of accuracy and a wide bandwidth, making it an ideal choice for a vast array of applications that require precise RMS calculations. The device is designed to compute the true root-mean-square level of complex waveforms, with a crest factor of up to 6 and a frequency range from DC to 1 kHz for the AD636JHZ version.

Key Features:

• High Accuracy: The AD636JHZ provides excellent accuracy, with a maximum error of ±0.3% of reading at room temperature. This precision holds for varied waveforms, regardless of their shape or symmetry.
• Wide Bandwidth: It offers a bandwidth that comfortably handles waveforms up to 1 kHz, which covers most audio and many industrial applications.
• Low Power Consumption: With its low power design, the AD636JHZ consumes minimal power, making it ideal for portable and battery-powered applications.
• Simple to Use: The device simplifies the RMS conversion process, requiring only a single external averaging capacitor in many applications.
• Flexible Supply Voltage: It operates over a wide supply voltage range from ±5 V to ±15 V, allowing for flexibility in various system designs.

Applications:

The AD636JHZ is versatile and can be used in a multitude of applications, including:

• AC voltmeters and multimeters
• Transient signal analyzers
• Audio signal processing
• Waveform analysis
• Industrial process control systems
• Battery-powered instruments

Analog Devices Inc. has a reputation for creating products that are reliable and of high quality, and the AD636JHZ is no exception. It comes in a compact, hermetically sealed 14-lead TO-100 package that ensures long-term stability and performance, even in harsh environments. For engineers and designers looking for a dependable RMS-to-DC converter that combines ease of use with high performance, the AD636JHZ is an excellent choice.