Application-specific integrated-circuit-based multianode microchannel array readout system

Larry G. Smeins; John M. Stechman; Edward H. Cole

doi:10.1117/12.48327

1 October 1991 Application-specific integrated-circuit-based multianode microchannel array readout system

Larry G. Smeins, John M. Stechman, Edward H. Cole

Proceedings Volume 1549, EUV, X-Ray, and Gamma-Ray Instrumentation for Astronomy II; (1991) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.48327
Event: San Diego, '91, 1991, San Diego, CA, United States

Abstract

Size reduction of two new multi-anode microchannel array (MAMA) readout systems is described. The systems are based on two analog and one digital application specific integrated circuits (ASICs). The new readout systems reduce volume over previous discrete designs by 80 percent while improving electrical performance on virtually every significant parameter. Emphasis is made on the packaging used to achieve the volume reduction. Surface mount technology (SMT) is combined with modular construction for the analog portion of the readout. SMT reliability concerns and the board area impact of MIL SPEC SMT components is addressed. Package selection for the analog ASIC is discussed. Future sytems will require even denser packaging and the volume reduction progression is shown.

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Larry G. Smeins, John M. Stechman, and Edward H. Cole "Application-specific integrated-circuit-based multianode microchannel array readout system", Proc. SPIE 1549, EUV, X-Ray, and Gamma-Ray Instrumentation for Astronomy II, (1 October 1991); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.48327

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