According to Astute, Plural ADCs offer a more affordable and versatile option with shorter lead times compared to current market alternatives. They are factory-configurable, providing over 150 ADC variants with sample rates ranging from 20 to 250Msps. The ADCs are available in four resolutions: 10-, 12-, 14- and 16-bit.
Plural ADCs are configurable and, according to Astute, contibute to “supply chain reliability by creating multiple, pre-configured SKUs from a proprietary chip design”. The company said that instead of having to stock many single-purpose ADCs, the Plural series can be configured, which lowers prices, while also decreasing time to market. The versatility also eliminates capacity constraints in comparison to legacy ADCs, added Astute.
Silanna also offers what is claimed to be the first high-performance laser driver design to integrate both power and firing functions into a single chip. FirePower drivers minimise board space requirements for laser and lidar designs. Power output and pulse width can be adjusted. The San Diego-based manufacturer released FirePower SL2002 which enables laser performance from a standard 3V battery supply and generates light pulses in excess of 100W peak power. The SL2002 is housed in a 14-pin, 3.5 mm² WLCSP and is designed for compact, battery-powered range-finding and measurement systems.
