The Quad 12GSps 16-Bit DAC WFMC+ allows sample rates as high as 12GSps and provides four channels of high speed, precision digital-to-analog converter outputs for a compatible motherboard. It provides excellent analog performance with flexible high-precision trigger options.
 

General

• Four DAC channels running at 12GSps 16-bits
• Capability to have eight DAC channels in one 6U OpenVPX slot when plugged into WILDSTAR OpenVPX FPGA mainboards
• Compatible with any WILDSTAR mainboard with a WFMC+ slot
• Firmware and Software for four channel data transmit interface and clock trigger synchronization provided in CoreFire Next and VHDL source

DAC Performance

• Sample Rate: 1.5GSps – 12GSps (Analog Devices AD9164)
• Resolution: 16 Bits
• Direct RF synthesis at 6GSps
  • Up to 2.5GHz in Baseband Mode
  • Up to 6GHz in 2x Normal Mode
  • 1.5 to 7.5GHz in Mix Mode
• Bypassable Interpolation
• 2x, 3x, 4x, 6x, 8x, 12x, 16x, 24x

I/O Connectors

• Optional 50Ω SSMC or VITA 67
• Seven 50Ω Front Panel Connectors
  • Four Analog Outputs
  • External Sample Clock
  • PLL Reference Input
  • Trigger Input

 
Clock Synchronization

• Software-selectable external clock input or onboard PLL clock
• All DACs across multiple mezzanine cards can be synchronized using WILDSTAR Clock Distribution Boards and select WILDSTAR Backplanes

Mechanical and Environmental

• Integrated Heatsink and EMI / Crosstalk Shields
• Commercial and Industrial Temperatures Available
• Air Cooled and Conduction Cooled supported

There are a range of options available. Please contact Sarsen to discuss your project requirements.