The LM4050/LM4051 are precision two-terminal, shuntmode, bandgap voltage references available in fixed
reverse breakdown voltages of 1.225V, 2.048V, 2.500V,
3.000V, 3.3V, 4.096V, and 5.000V. Ideal for space-critical applications, the LM4050/LM4051 are offered in the
subminiature 3-pin SC70 surface-mount packages
(1.8mm x 1.8mm), 50% smaller than comparable
devices in SOT23 surface-mount package (SOT23 versions are also available).
Laser-trimmed resistors ensure excellent initial
accuracy. With a 50ppm/°C temperature coefficient,
these devices are offered in three grades of initial accuracy ranging from 0.1% to 0.5%. The LM4050/LM4051
have a 60µA to 15mA shunt-current capability with low
dynamic impedance, ensuring stable reverse breakdown voltage accuracy over a wide range of operating
temperatures and currents. The LM4050/LM4051 do
not require an external stabilizing capacitor while
ensuring stability with any capacitive loads.
The LM4050/LM4051 specifications are guaranteed
over the temperature range of -40°C to +125°C.
________________________Applications
Portable, Battery-Powered Equipment
Notebook Computers
Cell Phones
Industrial Process Controls
Features
o 50ppm/°C (max) Temperature Coefficient
Guaranteed over the -40°C to +125°C
Temperature Range
o Ultra-Small 3-Pin SC70 Package
o 0.1% (max) Initial Accuracy
o Wide Operating Current Range: 60µA to 15mA
o Low 28µV
RMS
Output Noise (10Hz to 10kHz)
o 1.225V, 2.048V, 2.500V, 3.000V, 3.3V, 4.096V, and
5.000V Fixed Reverse Breakdown Voltages
o No Output Capacitors Required
o Tolerates Capacitive Loads
LM4050/LM4051
50ppm/°C Precision Micropower Shunt Voltage
References with Multiple Reverse Breakdown Voltages
, unless otherwise noted. Typical values are at TA= +25°C.) (Note 1)
Stresses beyond those listed under “Absolute Maximum Ratings” may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings only, and functional
operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated in the operational sections of the specifications is not implied. Exposure to
absolute maximum rating conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
Reverse Current (cathode to anode) ..................................20mA
Forward Current (anode to cathode) ..................................10mA
The LM4050/LM4051 shunt references use the
bandgap principle to produce a stable, accurate voltage. The device behaves similarly to an ideal zener
diode; a fixed voltage is maintained across its output
terminals when biased with 60µA to 15mA of reverse
current. The LM4050/LM4051 clamps to a voltage of
one diode drop below ground when biased with forward currents up 10mA.
Figure 3 shows a typical operating circuit. The
LM4050/LM4051 are ideal for providing stable references from a high-voltage power supply.
Applications Information
The LM4050/LM4051s’ internal pass transistors are used
to maintain a constant output voltage (V
SHUNT
) by sinking
the necessary amount of current across a source resistor.
The source resistance (RS) is determined from the load
current (I
LOAD
) range, supply voltage (VS) variations,
V
SHUNT
, and desired quiescent current.
Choose the value of RSwhen VSis at a minimum and I
LOAD
is at a maximum. Maintain a minimum I
SHUNT
of 60µA at all
times. The RSvalue should be large enough to keep
I
SHUNT
less than 15mA for proper regulation when VSis
maximum and I
LOAD
is at a minimum. To prevent damage
to the device, I
SHUNT
should never exceed 20mA.
Therefore, the value of RSis bounded by the following
equation:
[V
S(MIN)
- VR] / [60µA + I
LOAD(MAX)
] > RS>
[V
S(MAX)
- VR] / [20mA + I
LOAD(MIN)
]
Choosing a larger resistance minimizes the total power dissipation in the circuit by reducing the shunt current
(P
D(TOTAL)
= V
S
I
SHUNT
). Provide a safety margin to
incorporate the worst-case tolerance of the resistor used.
Ensure that the resistor’s power rating is adequate, using
the following general power equation:
PDR= I
SHUNT
(V
S(MAX)
- V
SHUNT
)
Output Capacitance
The LM4050/LM4051 do not require external capacitors
for frequency stability and are stable for any output
capacitance.
Temperature Performance
The LM4050/LM4051 typically exhibit output voltage
temperature coefficients within ±15ppm/°C. The polarity of the temperature coefficients may be different from
one device to another; some may have positive coefficients, and others may have negative coefficients.
High Temperature Operation
The maximum junction temperature of the LM4050/
LM4051 is +150°C. The maximum operating temperature
for the LM4050/LM4051_E_ is +125°C. At a maximum
load current of 15mA and a maximum output voltage of
5V, the parts dissipate 75mW of power. The power dissipation limits of the 3-pin SC70 call for a derating value of
2.17mW/°C above +70°C and thus for 75mW of power
dissipation, the parts self-heat to 35.56°C above ambient
temperature. If the ambient temperature is +125°C, the
parts operate at 159.56°C, thereby exceeding the maximum junction temperature value of +150°C. For hightemperature operation, care must be taken to ensure the
combination of ambient temperature, output power dissipation, and package thermal resistance does not conspire to raise the device temperature beyond that listed
in the
Absolute Maximum Ratings
. Either reduce the output load current or the ambient temperature to keep the
part within the limits.
Figure 3. Typical Operating Circuit
Pin Description
PINNAMEFUNCTION
1+Positive Terminal of the Shunt Reference
2−Negative Terminal of the Shunt Reference
3N.C.No connection. Leave this pin unconnected or connected to pin 2.
V
S
I
+ I
SHUNT
R
S
I
SHUNT
LOAD
I
LOAD
LM4050
V
R
LM4050/LM4051
50ppm/°C Precision Micropower Shunt Voltage
References with Multiple Reverse Breakdown Voltages
For the latest package outline information and land patterns
(footprints), go to www.maxim-ic.com/packages
. Note that a
“+”, “#”, or “-” in the package code indicates RoHS status only.
Package drawings may show a different suffix character, but
the drawing pertains to the package regardless of RoHS status.
PACKAGE
TYPE
PACKAGE
CODE
OUTLINE
NO.
LAND
PATTERN NO.
3 SOT23U3+1
90-0179
3 SC70X3+2
90-0208
PART
O U T PU T
I N I T I A L
TEMPCO
TEMP RANGE
PINPACKAGE
TOP
MARK
LM4051AEM3-1.2+T1.2250.150-40°C to +125°C3 SOT23FZTO
LM4051AEX3-1.2+T1.2250.150-40°C to +125°C3 SC70ASJ
LM4051BEM3-1.2+T
1.225
0.250-40°C to +125°C3 SOT23FZTP
LM4051BEX3-1.2+T
1.225
0.250-40°C to +125°C3 SC70ASK
LM4051CEM3-1.2+T
1.225
0.550-40°C to +125°C3 SOT23FZTQ
LM4051CEX3-1.2+T
1.225
0.550-40°C to +125°C3 SC70ASL
Ordering Information (continous)
VO L T A G E ( V)
A C C U R A C Y ( % )
(ppm/_ C)
21-0051
21-0075
LM4050/LM4051
50ppm/°C Precision Micropower Shunt Voltage
References with Multiple Reverse Breakdown Voltages
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