Our top pick for a through-hole ADC! It's super easy to connect to the Raspberry Pi and communicates via SPI. You can add up to eight 10-bit analog channels to your projects. The MCP3008 has a successive approximation register (SAR) architecture and an industry-standard SPI serial interface. It offers a 200k samples/second rate, 8 input channels, and low power consumption (5nA typical standby, 425µA typical active). Key features include 10-bit resolution, eight single-ended channels, an SPI interface, a 200 ksps sample rate at 5V, and a -40 to +85°C temperature range.
Using this ADC is a breeze. First, connect it to your Raspberry Pi. The SPI interface makes the connection simple. You can then add up to eight 10-bit analog channels to your projects. Just make sure the temperature stays within -40 to +85°C. When it comes to power, it consumes very little, with a typical standby power of 5nA and 425µA when active. As for maintenance, keep it in a clean and dry environment. If you're not using it for a while, it's a good idea to store it properly to avoid any damage. Enjoy adding more analog channels to your projects with this great ADC!
