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1 | | -# ACOMP01A - Fast analog comparator |
| 1 | +# ACOMP01 - Fast Analog Comparator Module |
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| 3 | +The ACOMP01 module is a high-speed dual comparator board with differential LVDS outputs. It is designed for fast signal discrimination in nanosecond-scale timing systems. Each comparator features coaxial MCX input connectors and differential output for integration into high-speed digital acquisition or timing logic circuits. |
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| 7 | +## Typical Applications |
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| 9 | +- High-speed pulse discrimination |
| 10 | +- Oscilloscope triggering |
| 11 | +- LIDAR and ToF sensing |
| 12 | +- Nuclear and particle physics detectors |
| 13 | +- Time interval measurement systems |
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| 15 | +## Features |
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| 17 | +- Two independent comparator channels |
| 18 | +- High-speed response with sub-nanosecond propagation delay |
| 19 | +- Differential LVDS outputs |
| 20 | +- MCX connectors for analog input signals |
| 21 | +- Designed for precise pulse timing and triggering |
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| 23 | +## Comparators Used |
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| 25 | +### TLV3604 |
| 26 | +- Propagation delay: 800 ps |
| 27 | +- Toggle rate: up to 3 Gbps |
| 28 | +- Input common-mode range: extends 200 mV beyond rails |
| 29 | +- LVDS output with 350 mV typical differential swing |
| 30 | +- Supply voltage: 2.4 V to 5.5 V |
| 31 | +- Mounted as IC1【9†tlv3604.pdf】 |
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| 33 | +### LMH7220 |
| 34 | +- Propagation delay: 2.9 ns |
| 35 | +- Input voltage range extends 200 mV below ground |
| 36 | +- LVDS output designed for 100 Ω differential load |
| 37 | +- Supply voltage: 2.7 V to 12 V |
| 38 | +- Mounted as IC2【8†lmh7220.pdf】 |
| 39 | + |
| 40 | +## Connectors |
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| 42 | +### Power Supply (J1) |
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| 44 | +- Onboard filtering capacitors: 10 µF, 1 µF, and 100 nF |
| 45 | +- 5.6 V Zener diode for optional input voltage clamping and reverse voltage protection |
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| 47 | +The module uses (2.4 V to 5.5 V) for the two comparators. Ensure proper voltages are applied as per the comparator requirements. |
| 48 | + |
| 49 | +### Inputs |
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| 51 | +- **J2, J3**: Inputs for TLV3604 (IN+, IN-) |
| 52 | +- **J4, J5**: Inputs for LMH7220 (IN+, IN-) |
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| 54 | +All inputs are via MCX connectors with ground-referenced shielding. |
| 55 | + |
| 56 | +### Outputs |
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| 58 | +- **J6**: LVDS differential output from TLV3604 (TLV_OUT+, TLV_OUT-) |
| 59 | +- **J7**: LVDS differential output from LMH7220 (LMH_OUT+, LMH_OUT-) |
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| 61 | +> Each output is routed to a standard 3-pin header: OUT+, GND, OUT- |
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| 63 | +## Notes |
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| 65 | +DNF (Do Not Fit) resistors R1 and R2 are placeholders for optional output termination. |
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4 | | -Comparator with short response time in the order of nanoseconds. Outputs differential LVDS signal. Each analog input is on an MCX connector. |
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