The ADS1x7x Excel calculator tool provides the user with several easy-to-use tools to simplify the configuration of ADS1x7x devices. The tool helps the user understand different settings and operating modes that aid in optimizing a design with ADS1x7x wide-bandwidth analog-to-digital converters (ADCs). The tool includes an ADC conversion calculator, digital filter response calculator, daisy-chain configuration tab, and SNR estimator. The ADS1x7x calculator accelerates time to market by eliminating common programming and device setup roadblocks.