Design and Simulation of a High-Speed 16-Bit Successive Approximation Register ADC (SAR ADC) with Capacitive-DAC Implementation Using Verilog
摘要
SAR ADCs have emerged as popular solutions for applications requiring high accuracy, moderate speed, compactness, and cost-effectiveness. Extensive research has been dedicated to enhancing the precision of commercial successive approximation SAR ADCs, owing to their crucial role in delivering accurate analog-to-digital conversions. However, achieving this precision necessitates precise internal digital-to-analog converter (DAC) circuitry, typically implemented using capacitors (C-DAC) to optimize power consumption. In this article, our focus is on implementing a capacitive DAC for a 16-bit SAR ADC using Verilog. Through comprehensive simulation and verification processes, we evaluate the functionality, performance, and reliability of the designed C-DAC, considering factors such as power consumption, area utilization, and conversion accuracy. Ultimately, this article contributes to advancing the field of SAR ADC design by providing a practical implementation of a key component essential for achieving superior analog-to-digital conversion performance.