PMIC - Voltage Reference

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ADR5044BKSZ-R2

ADR5044BKSZ-R2

Analog Devices, Inc.

PRECISION MICROPOWER SHUNT MODE

2429

LM4040AEX3-2.5

LM4040AEX3-2.5

Analog Devices, Inc.

PRECISION MICROPOWER SHUNT VREF

90

LT6660JCDC-10#TRMPBF

LT6660JCDC-10#TRMPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC VREF SERIES 0.4% 3DFN

0

LM4050QBEM3-2.5/NOPB

LM4050QBEM3-2.5/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC VREF SHUNT 0.2% SOT23-3

0

REF6130IDGKT

REF6130IDGKT

Texas Instruments

IC VREF SERIES 0.05% 8VSSOP

229

ADR421AR

ADR421AR

Analog Devices, Inc.

2.500V XFET VOLTAGE REFERENCE

21428

ATL432LIAQDBZR

ATL432LIAQDBZR

Texas Instruments

IC VREF SHUNT 36V 1% SOT23-3

3375

LTC6652AHMS8-1.25#TRPBF

LTC6652AHMS8-1.25#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC VREF SERIES 0.05% 8MSOP

0

LM4040DEM3-5.0/NOPB

LM4040DEM3-5.0/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC VREF SHUNT 1% SOT23-3

24884

LM385BD-1.2R2G

LM385BD-1.2R2G

Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor

IC VREF SHUNT 1% 8SOIC

1799

LT6654BHS6-2.5#TRMPBF

LT6654BHS6-2.5#TRMPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC VREF SERIES 0.1% TSOT-23-6

29

TLV431ACLPE3

TLV431ACLPE3

Texas Instruments

IC VREF SHUNT 6V 1% TO92-3

1990

TL431BCDCKT

TL431BCDCKT

Texas Instruments

IC VREF SHUNT 36V 0.5% SC70-6

1180

LT6658BHDE-5#TRPBF

LT6658BHDE-5#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

PRECDUALOUTPT,HIGHCURR,LOWNOISE,

0

FAN4040AIS325X

FAN4040AIS325X

VOLTAGE REFERENCE

3000

ADR381ARTZ-R2

ADR381ARTZ-R2

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC VREF SERIES 0.24% SOT23-3

668

REF195FSZ

REF195FSZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC VREF SERIES 0.1% 8SOIC

3841

REF3212AIDBVR

REF3212AIDBVR

Texas Instruments

IC VREF SERIES 0.2% SOT23-6

3456

ISL21080DIH309Z-TK

ISL21080DIH309Z-TK

Intersil (Renesas Electronics America)

IC VREF SERIES 0.7% SOT23-3

120

MP8200DT-LF-Z

MP8200DT-LF-Z

MPS (Monolithic Power Systems)

IC VREF SHUNT 1% SOT23-3

0

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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