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ADA4961ACPZN-R7 Output Impedance Matching and SPI Bus Sharing

Category: Datasheet/Specs
Product Number: ADA4961ACPZN-R7, ADA4961

1. I’m using the ADA4961ACPZN-R7, which has a typical output impedance of 50 Ω, but my load expects a differential impedance of 100 Ω. How can I match the output impedance to the load efficiently without significant signal loss? I have attached my current output stage schematic— please review and suggest a better or more efficient way to do the impedance matching? Also, should I add a low-pass filter (LPF) at the output stage as suggested in the datasheet? If yes, what type and values would you recommend for minimal distortion?

2. Also, I want to connect SPI lines to 8 ADA4961 chips in my design. My plan is to share the SDIO and clock lines across all chips, but use individual chip-select (CS) lines for each. Will this shared SPI bus configuration cause any issues? Any best practices I should be aware of?

Thread Notes

  • Hi,

    Differential 50ohms to 100ohms matching could either be completed with resistive network if you wish a broadband response. Alternatively multiple L-C stage or wideband transformers/balun like Fig38 could be utilized for wideband however DC low cut-off impedance transformation. To improve the HD2 performance, you may use low pass filters at the output. 

    For the shared SPI bus, it depends how the common SDIO and clock lines are driven. 8 of ADA4961 chips may create a fan-out challenge. If the rise times are not affected with the fastest clock period (50ns), then it should be ok. Alternatively, you may use with slower SPI clock also. Also would like to remind that routing these clocks with dense via CPW lines would help crosstalk and isolation.

    Best regards

    Sinan