PMIC - Voltage Reference

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TLV431ALPRP

TLV431ALPRP

TWO TERMINAL VOLTAGE REFERENCE

22000

LM4120IM5-3.0/NOPB

LM4120IM5-3.0/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC VREF SERIES 0.5% SOT23-5

3810

LM4050AEX3-5.0+T

LM4050AEX3-5.0+T

Analog Devices, Inc.

LM4050 50PPM PER DEGREE CELSIUS

29690

MAX6037AAUK25

MAX6037AAUK25

Analog Devices, Inc.

LOW-POWER, FIXED REFERENCE

469

LT6658AHDE-5#TRPBF

LT6658AHDE-5#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

PRECDUALOUTPT,HIGHCURR,LOWNOISE,

0

AZ431AZ-ATRG1

AZ431AZ-ATRG1

Zetex Semiconductors (Diodes Inc.)

IC VREF SHUNT ADJ TO92

904

LM4050CIX3-2.5-T

LM4050CIX3-2.5-T

Analog Devices, Inc.

PRECISION MICROPOWER SHUNT VREF

5000

TL1431QDRG4Q1

TL1431QDRG4Q1

Texas Instruments

IC VREF SHUNT 36V 0.4% 8SOIC

2500

LM285Z-2.5RAG

LM285Z-2.5RAG

Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor

IC VREF SHUNT 1.5% TO92-3

1784

TLV431AILPE3

TLV431AILPE3

Texas Instruments

IC VREF SHUNT 6V 1% TO92-3

2000

ADR433ARMZ-REEL7

ADR433ARMZ-REEL7

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC VREF SERIES 0.13% 8MSOP

0

TLV431BIDBVTE4

TLV431BIDBVTE4

Texas Instruments

IC VREF SHUNT 6V 0.5% SOT23-5

0

LM4040BIM3-2.5/V+T

LM4040BIM3-2.5/V+T

Maxim Integrated

IC VREF SHUNT 0.2% SOT23-3

65000

LT1009CLP

LT1009CLP

Texas Instruments

IC VREF SHUNT 0.2% TO92-3

3768

LM385AXZ-1.2

LM385AXZ-1.2

VOLTAGE REFERENCE

862

TL432BIDBZR

TL432BIDBZR

Texas Instruments

IC VREF SHUNT 36V 0.5% SOT23-3

3874

LTC6652BHMS8-1.25#PBF

LTC6652BHMS8-1.25#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC VREF SERIES 0.1% 8MSOP

215

MAX6160ESA+T

MAX6160ESA+T

Maxim Integrated

IC VREF SERIES 12.4V 1% 8SOIC

0

LM4140BCMX-1.0/NOPB

LM4140BCMX-1.0/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC VREF SERIES 0.1% 8SOIC

0

MAX6029EUK21-T

MAX6029EUK21-T

Analog Devices, Inc.

VOLTAGE REFERENCE

2433

PMIC - Voltage Reference

1. Overview

Voltage references are precision analog circuits that generate stable and accurate DC voltage levels. As critical components in Power Management Integrated Circuits (PMICs), they serve as calibration standards for analog-to-digital converters (ADCs), digital-to-analog converters (DACs), and power monitoring systems. Their stability against temperature variations, process shifts, and supply voltage fluctuations ensures measurement accuracy and system reliability in modern electronics.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
Bandgap ReferenceTemperature-compensated design using bipolar transistor characteristicsGeneral-purpose ADC/DAC calibration
Zener ReferenceHigh-voltage stability through reverse breakdown characteristicsIndustrial power supplies, test equipment
LDO Voltage ReferenceLow dropout voltage with high PSRR performanceBattery-powered devices, portable instruments
High-Precision ReferenceSub-0.1% initial accuracy with ppm-level temperature driftMedical imaging systems, precision sensors
Programmable ReferenceDigital control of output voltage via I2C/SPI interfacesAdaptive power systems, FPGA voltage scaling

3. Structure and Composition

Typical voltage reference architecture includes: - Primary reference source (bandgap or Zener diode) - Operational amplifier for voltage buffering - Temperature compensation circuitry - Output driver stage - Protective elements (ESD protection, current limiting) Fabricated using CMOS/BiCMOS processes, housed in SC70, SOT23, or TSSOP packages with 3-8 pins. Advanced designs integrate digital calibration registers and thermal shutdown functions.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
Initial AccuracyVoltage deviation at 25 C ( 0.02% to 1%)Determines system calibration baseline
Temperature CoefficientDrift rate over temperature range (1-100ppm/ C)Affects measurement stability
Output NoiseRMS noise voltage in 0.1-10Hz band (5 V to 100 V)Impacts ADC/DAC resolution
Load RegulationVoltage change with load current (0.01%/mA)Ensures stability under dynamic loads
Line RegulationVoltage change with supply voltage (0.05%/V)Maintains accuracy with supply variations

5. Application Areas

  • Communication: 5G base stations, optical transceivers, RF test equipment
  • Consumer: Smartphones, wearables, battery management systems
  • Industrial: Process control sensors, PLC modules, precision instrumentation
  • Automotive: Battery management systems (BMS), ADAS sensors, engine controllers
  • Medical: MRI systems, portable diagnostic devices, patient monitors

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerProduct SeriesKey Features
TILM4040/LM40500.1% accuracy, 50ppm/ C tempco, 50mA output
Analog DevicesADR45xx0.02% initial accuracy, 3ppm/ C drift
Maxim IntegratedMAX6126Series voltage reference with enable pin
STMicroelectronicsLN3480Low-power consumption (380nA IQ)
ON SemiconductorNCP100Cost-effective solution for 12-bit ADCs

7. Selection Guidelines

Key selection criteria: - Required accuracy class (0.02% vs 1%) - Operating temperature range (-55 C to +125 C) - Power supply constraints (voltage headroom, quiescent current) - Package size and thermal dissipation capability - Long-term stability requirements (aging effects) - Cost vs performance trade-offs (e.g., programmable vs fixed) Example: For a 16-bit industrial ADC system, select a reference with <5ppm/ C tempco and <1 Vpp noise.

8. Industry Trends

  • Nanometer process integration enabling sub-1V references
  • Development of chopper-stabilized references for ultra-low drift
  • Increase in digital programmable references with I2C interfaces
  • Advancements in radiation-hardened references for aerospace
  • Reduced package sizes (0.65mm x 1.0mm WLCSP)
  • AI-enhanced self-calibration algorithms in smart references
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