A converter refers to a device that converts one signal into another signal.
It is an indispensable part of electronic equipment. It can convert various signals such as current, voltage, frequency, temperature, etc., thereby realizing interconnection and data transmission between different devices. Converters are widely used in various fields such as industry, military, medical, aviation, aerospace, etc.
There are many types of converters, which can be divided into two categories: analog converters and digital converters according to the type of signal converted. Analog converters are mainly used to convert analog signals into digital signals. Common analog converters include analog-to-digital converters, digital-to-analog converters, operational amplifiers, etc.; digital converters convert digital signals into analog signals. Common digital converters Converters include ADC, DAC, etc.
Classification of converters
In addition to analog-to-digital converters and digital-to-analog converters, there are many other types of converters, such as temperature converters, current converters, and voltage converters. Devices etc. These converters are widely used in industrial, military, medical and other fields. For example, in the industrial field, temperature converters are often used for temperature monitoring and control on production lines, while current converters are often used for monitoring and controlling power systems.
In the military field, converters are often used for signal processing and conversion of radar, missile, satellite and other systems; in the medical field, converters are often used for signal processing and conversion of medical equipment. The design and manufacturing of converters need to consider many factors, such as accuracy, speed, power consumption, anti-interference ability, etc. Converters in different application scenarios need to have different characteristics to meet different needs.