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AD8232ACPZ-WP

ADIAD8232ACPZ-WP

Analog Devices Inc.
ECG Front End 20-LFCSP (4x4)
NRND403 in stock
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Overview

The AD8232ACPZ-WP is an integrated signal conditioning block for ECG and other biopotential measurement applications. It is designed to extract, amplify, and filter small biopotential signals in the presence of noisy conditions, such as those created by motion or remote electrode placement.

Why Choose This Part

The component features a highly flexible analog filter design, including a two-pole high-pass filter and a three-pole low-pass filter with adjustable gain. It includes a specialized right leg drive (RLD) amplifier to improve common-mode rejection and a fast restore function that shortens the settling time of the high-pass filters.

Applications

Fitness and Activity Heart Rate Monitors
Used in wearable chest straps or armbands for real-time heart rate tracking during exercise.
Portable ECG Monitors
Integrates into handheld medical diagnostic tools for quick cardiac rhythm assessment.
Remote Health Monitoring
Supports home-based patient monitoring systems that transmit cardiac data to clinicians via wireless links.
Gaming and Biometric Interaction
Utilizes biopotential signals as an input method for interactive entertainment or biofeedback training.

Key Specifications

Type ECG Front End
Applications Heart Rate Monitoring
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 20-WFQFN Exposed Pad, CSP
Supplier Device Package 20-LFCSP (4x4)

Getting Started

Start development with the AD8232-EVALZ evaluation board, which provides a pre-configured signal chain for quick prototyping. Connect the analog output to a microcontroller ADC and ensure the leads-off detection pins are monitored to handle electrode disconnect events.

Part of AD8232 ECG Front-End family » AD8232

AD8232 Family

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Part Number Type Stock
AD8232ACPZ-WP (this part) ECG Front End 403
AD8232-EVALZ Interface 23
Also available as: AD8232ACPZ-R7

Also Consider

ADS1291 TITexas Instruments - An integrated 24-bit ADC solution for biopotential measurements that provides a digital output instead of an analog one.
AD8233 ADIAnalog Devices Inc. - A newer, even lower power version of the AD8232 designed specifically for wearable applications with a smaller footprint.