FDC1004 4-Channel Capacitance-to-Digital Converter

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FDC1004 4-Channel Capacitance-to-Digital Converter

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Part Number
FDC1004
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
WSON (DSC, 10) 3 mm x 3 mm; VSSOP (DGS, 10) 3 mm x 4.9 mm
Category
Signal Chain
Product Type
Operational Amplifier

Quick Sourcing Note

FDC1004 from Texas Instruments is a Signal_Chain 4-channel capacitance-to-digital converter for capacitive sensing inputs CIN1-CIN4. It is offered in WSON (DSC, 10) 3 mm x 3 mm and VSSOP (DGS, 10) 3 mm x 4.9 mm packages. Key parameters include a +/-15 pF input conversion range per channel, 0.5 fF measurement resolution, 16-bit effective resolution at 100 S/s with no external capacitance connected, and programmable 100, 200, or 400 S/s output rates. The device operates from 3 V to 3.6 V across -40 degC to 125 degC and uses an I2C interface.

Specifications

TypeDescription
Part NumberFDC1004
ManufacturerTexas Instruments
Product TypeOperational Amplifier
CategorySignal Chain
Component TypeSensor
Package / CaseWSON (DSC, 10) 3 mm x 3 mm; VSSOP (DGS, 10) 3 mm x 4.9 mm
Number of channels4; capacitive sensing inputs CIN1-CIN4
Input conversion range+/-15 pF; capacitive input full-scale range per channel
Measurement resolution0.5 fF; feature summary
Effective resolution16 bit; sample rate = 100 S/s; no external capacitance connected
Output noise33.2 aF/sqrt(Hz); sample rate = 100 S/s; no external capacitance connected
Maximum input offset capacitance100 pF; per channel, CINn; series resistance at CINn = 0 ohm
Absolute error after offset calibration+/-6 fF; VDD = 3.3 V, TA = 25 degC unless otherwise noted
Offset deviation over temperature46 fF; -40 degC < T < 125 degC
Gain error0.2 %; VDD = 3.3 V, TA = 25 degC unless otherwise noted
Gain drift vs temperature-37.5 ppm/degC; -40 degC < T < 125 degC
DC power supply rejection13.6 fF/V; 3 V < VDD < 3.6 V, single-ended mode, channel vs GND
CAPDAC full-scale range96.9 pF; CAPDAC
CAPDAC offset drift vs temperature30 fF; -40 degC < T < 125 degC
Excitation frequency25 kHz; capacitive excitation
AC voltage across capacitance2.4 Vpp; capacitive excitation
Average DC voltage across capacitance1.2 V; capacitive excitation
Shield driver capability400 pF; f = 25 kHz, SHLDn to GND, n = 1, 2
Supply voltage3 V min, 3.3 V nominal, 3.6 V max; recommended operating conditions, VDD-GND
Operating temperature-40 degC min, 125 degC max; recommended operating conditions
Supply current750 uA typ, 950 uA max; conversion mode; digital input to VDD or GND
Standby current29 uA typ, 70 uA max; standby; digital input to VDD or GND
Programmable output rates100 / 200 / 400 S/s; feature summary
InterfaceI2C; MCU interface
I2C clock frequency10 kHz min, 400 kHz max; I2C interface timing
I2C input high voltage0.7 x VDD min; VDD = 3.3 V, TA = TJ = 25 degC unless otherwise noted
I2C input low voltage0.3 x VDD max; VDD = 3.3 V, TA = TJ = 25 degC unless otherwise noted
I2C output low voltage0.4 V max; sink current = 3 mA
I2C input hysteresis0.1 x VDD typ; specified by design and/or characterization, not tested in production
Clock low time1.3 us min; I2C interface timing
Clock high time0.6 us min; I2C interface timing
Repeated START hold time0.6 us min; after this period, first clock pulse is generated
Repeated START setup time0.6 us min; I2C interface timing
Data hold time0 ns min; FDC1004 provides internal 300 ns minimum hold time
Data setup time100 ns min; I2C interface timing
SDA fall time300 ns max; IL <= 3 mA; CL <= 400 pF
STOP condition setup time0.6 us min; I2C interface timing
Bus free time between STOP and START1.3 us min; I2C interface timing
Data valid time0.9 ns max; I2C interface timing
Data valid acknowledge time0.9 ns max; I2C interface timing
Input spike suppression pulse width50 ns max; I2C input filter
Absolute maximum VDD input voltage-0.3 V min, 6 V max; absolute maximum ratings
Absolute maximum SCL/SDA input voltage-0.3 V min, 6 V max; absolute maximum ratings
Absolute maximum voltage at any other pin-0.3 V min, VDD + 0.3 V max; absolute maximum ratings
Input current at any pin3 mA max; absolute maximum ratings
Junction temperature150 degC max; absolute maximum ratings
Storage temperature-65 degC min, 150 degC max; absolute maximum ratings
ESD rating, human body model+/-1000 V; ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001, all pins
ESD rating, charged device model+/-250 V; JEDEC JESD22-C101, all pins
Junction-to-ambient thermal resistance46.8 degC/W; WSON (DSC) 10 pins and VSSOP (DGS) 10 pins
Junction-to-case top thermal resistance46.7 degC/W WSON; 48.7 degC/W VSSOP; 10-pin packages
Junction-to-board thermal resistance21.5 degC/W WSON; 70.6 degC/W VSSOP; 10-pin packages
Datasheet Statusrequest_only

Product Overview

The FDC1004 is a Texas Instruments Signal_Chain sensor component implemented as a 4-channel capacitance-to-digital converter. Its capacitive sensing inputs are CIN1 through CIN4, with a +/-15 pF full-scale input conversion range per channel and support for up to 100 pF maximum input offset capacitance per channel when the CINn series resistance is 0 ohm.

Measurement specifications include 0.5 fF resolution, 16-bit effective resolution at 100 S/s with no external capacitance connected, and 33.2 aF/sqrt(Hz) output noise under the same condition. Offset and gain parameters include +/-6 fF absolute error after offset calibration, 46 fF offset deviation over -40 degC to 125 degC, 0.2% gain error, and -37.5 ppm/degC gain drift.

The device supports 100, 200, and 400 S/s programmable output rates and communicates through I2C with a 10 kHz to 400 kHz clock range. It operates from a 3 V to 3.6 V supply and is available in 10-pin WSON and VSSOP packages.

Key Features

  • Four capacitive sensing inputs, CIN1 through CIN4
  • +/-15 pF input conversion range per channel
  • 0.5 fF measurement resolution from feature summary
  • 16-bit effective resolution at 100 S/s
  • 33.2 aF/sqrt(Hz) output noise at 100 S/s
  • 96.9 pF CAPDAC full-scale range
  • 25 kHz capacitive excitation with 2.4 Vpp signal
  • 400 pF shield driver capability at 25 kHz
  • 3 V to 3.6 V recommended supply range
  • I2C interface with 10 kHz to 400 kHz clock

Typical Applications

  • Capacitive sensing input modules
  • Four-channel capacitance measurement
  • I2C-connected sensor interfaces
  • Shielded capacitive sensor electrodes
  • Low-current conversion-mode systems
  • Wide-temperature sensing electronics

Procurement Notes

When requesting a quote for FDC1004, buyers should confirm the manufacturer, package or case, required quantity, target date code, compliance documents, packing method, destination country and expected delivery schedule.

If alternatives are acceptable, buyers should share the approved vendor list, required electrical or optical limits, package constraints and qualification requirements. Any alternative part should be reviewed by the buyer's engineering team before production use.

For analog and signal-chain sourcing, supply voltage, bandwidth, accuracy, noise level, package, temperature grade, input/output configuration and qualification requirements should be verified before approval.

FAQ

How many capacitive input channels does the FDC1004 provide?

The FDC1004 provides four capacitive sensing inputs, identified as CIN1 through CIN4. Each channel has a capacitive input full-scale conversion range of +/-15 pF.

What supply voltage range is recommended for FDC1004 operation?

The recommended VDD-to-GND supply range is 3 V minimum, 3.3 V nominal, and 3.6 V maximum. The specified operating temperature range is -40 degC to 125 degC.

What interface and output rates does the FDC1004 support?

The FDC1004 uses an I2C MCU interface. Its I2C clock frequency range is 10 kHz to 400 kHz, and the programmable output rates listed in the feature summary are 100, 200, and 400 S/s.

Technical Review & Sourcing Note

Prepared by LDeepAI Component Sourcing Team. Reviewed for RFQ, documentation and alternative sourcing use. Last updated: July 20, 2026.

This page is based on manufacturer datasheet information and LDeepAI sourcing review. Specifications should be verified against the official manufacturer datasheet before final procurement or design approval. Final electrical, optical and reliability approval should be confirmed by the buyer's engineering team.

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