Can I get a 16-bit value from paired 8-bit A-D's?
Can I get a 16-bit value from paired 8-bit A-D's?
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Since many 8-bit A-D converters are available, what would I need, generally, to combine 2 8-bit parts to obtain a 16-bit value from an analog signal? Would I divide the analog value on the front end, or divide it after conversion, assuming my circuit split the signal in the middle? General answer will be fine - thanks!





RE: Can I get a 16-bit value from paired 8-bit A-D's?
RE: Can I get a 16-bit value from paired 8-bit A-D's?
RE: Can I get a 16-bit value from paired 8-bit A-D's?
you missed the Sample-and-Hold circuit in your description.
RE: Can I get a 16-bit value from paired 8-bit A-D's?
I forgot to mention that.
RE: Can I get a 16-bit value from paired 8-bit A-D's?
RE: Can I get a 16-bit value from paired 8-bit A-D's?