The EVAL-ADM1168LQEBZ is a high-performance evaluation board presented by Analog Devices Inc., designed to facilitate the testing and development of the ADM1168 Super Sequencer®. This advanced evaluation platform is tailored for engineers who require a comprehensive solution for monitoring, sequencing, and margining up to eight power supply rails in complex systems such as servers, telecommunications equipment, and industrial applications.
Key Features
- Powerful Sequencing Capabilities: The ADM1168 Super Sequencer® can sequence power rails with precision, ensuring that systems power up and down in the correct order for optimal performance and safety.
- Comprehensive Monitoring: With the ability to monitor voltage levels, the board helps in preventing damage to sensitive electronic components due to under-voltage or over-voltage conditions.
- Flexible Margining: The ADM1168 features margining capabilities that allow the user to adjust the voltage levels of power supplies, facilitating stress testing and system optimization.
- Non-Volatile Memory: Configuration settings can be saved in the onboard EEPROM, which enables the sequencer to operate independently of a host controller once programmed.
- Easy-to-Use Interface: The evaluation board includes a USB interface for connection to a PC, along with user-friendly software for device configuration and monitoring.
- Robust Protection Features: The ADM1168 includes over-voltage, under-voltage, and over-current detection, providing a high level of protection for the system.
Product Applications
The EVAL-ADM1168LQEBZ is ideal for a variety of applications that require reliable power management, including:
- Server and Data Center Infrastructure
- Telecommunications Equipment
- Industrial and Process Control Systems
- High-Reliability Systems in Aerospace and Defense
Technical Specifications
The evaluation board is designed for use with the ADM1168 Super Sequencer®, which is a highly integrated circuit featuring an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) for voltage monitoring, a digital-to-analog converter (DAC) for voltage margining, and a temperature sensor interface. The board provides all necessary support circuitry for the ADM1168 and includes options for configuring the sequence of events through hardware jumpers or software.
Package Contents
The EVAL-ADM1168LQEBZ package includes the evaluation board, software for device configuration and monitoring, and a USB cable for immediate connection and use.