8-/4-channel, 12-bit ADC — what this part is
The Maxim Integrated MAX1264BEEG is an 8-/4-channel, 12-bit analog-to-digital converter. It accepts either 8 single-ended or 4 differential inputs, converting them to a 12-bit digital word. This ADC is suited for industrial data-acquisition systems, instrumentation front-ends, and multi-channel monitoring applications where resolution and channel count matter more than conversion speed.
RoHS non-compliant — plan around it
The MAX1264BEEG is RoHS non-compliant. If your BOM requires RoHS conformance, this part will not pass incoming inspection. For legacy designs or exempted applications (military, aerospace, some industrial), the lead-bearing finish is acceptable. Verify your assembly house's policy before committing the line.
Active lifecycle — no LTB pressure
The product status is Active. There is no last-time-buy notice or NRND flag on this part. You can qualify it into new designs without worrying about near-term obsolescence. That said, always check the latest PCN from Maxim — active parts can shift to a different wafer fab or package site without changing the order code.