PMIC - Voltage Reference

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TLV431ILP

TLV431ILP

Texas Instruments

TLV431 1.5% ACCURACY LOW-VOLTAGE

80663

LT1460GIZ-2.5#TRPBF

LT1460GIZ-2.5#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC VREF SERIES 0.25% TO92-3

0

MAX6133BASA25+

MAX6133BASA25+

Maxim Integrated

IC VREF SERIES 0.08% 8SOIC

105900

LT6656ACDC-1.25#TRMPBF

LT6656ACDC-1.25#TRMPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC VREF SERIES 0.1% 6DFN

0

TLVH431AQDBZTG4

TLVH431AQDBZTG4

Texas Instruments

IC VREF SHUNT 18V 1% SOT23-3

0

LM4041BIM7X-1.2

LM4041BIM7X-1.2

TWO TERMINAL VOLTAGE REFERENCE,

5500

LM385D-2.5R2G

LM385D-2.5R2G

Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor

IC VREF SHUNT 3% 8SOIC

6181

TLE2425CPS

TLE2425CPS

Texas Instruments

IC VREF GND REF 0.8% 8SO

316

LM4128AMF-3.0/NOPB

LM4128AMF-3.0/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC VREF SERIES 0.1% SOT23-5

9583

ADR440ARMZ-REEL7

ADR440ARMZ-REEL7

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC VREF SERIES 0.15% 8MSOP

0

MAX6126AASA41+T

MAX6126AASA41+T

Maxim Integrated

IC VREF SERIES 0.02% 8SOIC

1191

TLVH432BQPK

TLVH432BQPK

Texas Instruments

3 TERMINAL VOLTAGE REFERENCE

2800

LT6660KCDC-5#TRPBF

LT6660KCDC-5#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC VREF SERIES 0.5% 3DFN

0

LM4041AIM3-1.2

LM4041AIM3-1.2

Texas Instruments

MICROPOWER SHUNT VOLTAGE REF

4649

REF3318AIDCKR

REF3318AIDCKR

Texas Instruments

IC VREF SERIES 0.15% SC70-3

5050

AD586LRZ-REEL7

AD586LRZ-REEL7

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC VREF SERIES 0.05% 8SOIC

211

ADR03BRZ-REEL7

ADR03BRZ-REEL7

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC VREF SERIES 0.1% 8SOIC

270

AS431BRTR-G1

AS431BRTR-G1

Zetex Semiconductors (Diodes Inc.)

IC VREF SHUNT ADJ SOT89

830

TLVH431NQDBZRR

TLVH431NQDBZRR

Nexperia

TLVH431NQDBZR/SOT23/TO-236AB

3000

LTC1258CMS8-4.1#PBF

LTC1258CMS8-4.1#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC VREF SERIES 0.18% 8MSOP

11

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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