Texas Instruments LM4140ACM-2.0
- Part No.:
- LM4140ACM-2.0
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Voltage Reference
- Package:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
LM4140ACM-2.0.pdf
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- IC VREF SERIES 0.1% 8SOIC
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Product details
Overview
LM4140ACM-2.0 from Texas Instruments is a high-precision, low-noise, low-dropout series voltage reference with 2.048 V nominal output, 0.1% initial accuracy, 3 ppm/°C temperature coefficient (A grade), 20 mV typical dropout at 1 mA, and enable-controlled shutdown consuming ≤1 µA. It serves as a stable excitation source in precision data acquisition systems requiring sub-ppm stability over temperature.
For engineers reviewing the LM4140ACM-2.0 datasheet, LM4140ACM-2.0 pinout, LM4140ACM-2.0 application, or LM4140ACM-2.0 equivalent, key selection criteria include output voltage tolerance, thermal drift performance, enable logic compatibility, dropout behavior under load, and required 1 µF output capacitance for loop stability.
Technical Context
The LM4140ACM-2.0 uses EEPROM-trimmed CMOS DACs for curvature-corrected temperature compensation and output voltage trimming-enabling 3 ppm/°C drift without laser trimming. Its P-channel pass transistor architecture supports operation down to VIN = VREF + 20 mV (typical) at 1 mA, with fast turn-on (<200 µs) and internal output capacitor discharge during disable.
It operates across 0°C to 70°C, requires mandatory 1 µF output capacitor for stability, and features logic-compatible enable input (VIH = 0.8×VIN, VIL = 0.4 V) with <2 nA input current. Supply current is 230 µA (typ) in active mode and drops to 0.01 µA (typ) in shutdown.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Output Voltage | 2.048 V ±0.1% (2.046–2.050 V at 25°C); enables precise 12-bit full-scale scaling in ADC/DAC systems. |
| Temp Coefficient | 3 ppm/°C (A grade); ensures ≤0.43 mV drift over 0°C–70°C ambient range-critical for metrology-grade instruments. |
| Dropout Voltage | 20 mV (typ) at 1 mA; allows operation from 2.068 V supply-ideal for single-cell Li-ion or low-voltage battery-powered sensors. |
| Output Noise | 2.2 µVPP (0.1–10 Hz); supports high-resolution 24-bit sigma-delta ADCs without added filtering overhead. |
| Supply Current | 230 µA (typ) active / 0.01 µA (typ) disabled; extends battery life >10 years in always-on sensor nodes with periodic wake-up. |
| Enable Threshold | VIL ≤ 0.4 V, VIH ≥ 0.8×VIN; compatible with 1.8 V, 3.3 V, and 5 V logic without level-shifting circuitry. |
| Load Drive | ±8 mA output capability; directly drives SAR ADC reference inputs, op-amp buffers, or small DACs without external gain stages. |
Pinout & Package
LM4140ACM-2.0 is housed in an 8-pin SOIC package (4.90 mm × 3.91 mm) with exposed pad not electrically connected. Ground pins are internally bonded to minimize thermal resistance and improve PSRR.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1, 4, 7, 8 | GND | Common ground return path; all four pins must be soldered to PCB ground plane for optimal thermal dissipation and noise immunity. |
| 2 | VIN | Positive supply input; accepts 1.8 V to 5.5 V; requires ≥0.1 µF bypass capacitor near pin for transient suppression. |
| 3 | EN | Active-high enable control; pulled high to VIN for normal operation; driven low to GND for shutdown (≤1 µA IQ). |
| 5 | NC | No-connect terminal; must remain unconnected and unstubbed to avoid parasitic coupling or EMI pickup. |
| 6 | VREF | Precision 2.048 V output; capable of sourcing/sinking up to 8 mA; requires 1 µF ceramic capacitor to GND for stability. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| EEPROM-DAC Trim | Enables factory calibration of both initial accuracy and temperature curvature-eliminating need for post-package trimming and improving lot-to-lot consistency. |
| Ultra-Low Dropout | 20 mV typical at 1 mA allows use with ultra-low-voltage sources (e.g., coin-cell batteries or energy-harvesting outputs) while maintaining regulation. |
| Integrated Enable Discharge | Internally discharges output capacitor during shutdown-prevents voltage hold-up that could disrupt downstream circuit sequencing or cause latch-up. |
| Low 1/f Noise | 2.2 µVPP (0.1–10 Hz) enables direct interface to high-gain instrumentation amplifiers and precision weigh-scale front-ends without additional noise filtering. |
| Wide Supply Range | Operates from 1.8 V to 5.5 V-supports mixed-voltage systems (e.g., 1.8 V logic + 3.3 V analog rails) without external regulators. |
Applications
| Portable Data Loggers | Precision Weigh Scales |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Battery-powered environmental sensor node recording temperature, humidity, and pressure at 1-second intervals for 5+ years. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Provides stable 2.048 V reference for 24-bit delta-sigma ADC measuring bridge-based sensors. Use Value: 3 ppm/°C drift and 230 µA supply current enable <0.01% measurement error over full operating temperature and >10-year battery life. | Use Scenario: Industrial platform scale with 10,000-count resolution using 350 Ω strain gauge bridge. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Supplies excitation voltage to Wheatstone bridge and reference to 20-bit ADC. Use Value: 0.1% initial accuracy and 2.2 µVPP noise ensure repeatability within ±0.005% FS-meeting OIML Class III requirements. |
| Medical Patient Monitors | Automotive Battery Management |
Use Scenario: Portable ECG device acquiring microvolt-level biopotentials with 120 dB SNR requirement. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Reference for programmable-gain instrumentation amplifier and SAR ADC sampling at 1 kSPS. Use Value: Low 1/f noise and 20 mV dropout allow clean signal chain operation from single 3.0 V Li-SOCl₂ cell without LDO overhead. | Use Scenario: BMS module measuring cell voltages in 12S Li-ion pack with ±1 mV accuracy per cell. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Precision reference for multiplexed 16-bit ADC monitoring individual cell voltages. Use Value: 0.1% accuracy and 3 ppm/°C TC ensure <±0.5 mV error over –40°C to +85°C junction range-critical for state-of-charge estimation. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar precision voltage reference applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| REF5020IDR | 2.048 V, 0.05% initial accuracy, 3 ppm/°C, 1.2 mA supply current, no enable pin | Lacks shutdown mode; higher quiescent current limits battery life in always-on designs | Select when ultimate initial accuracy outweighs power savings and enable functionality |
| ADR4520BRZ | 2.048 V, 0.02% initial accuracy, 2 ppm/°C, 950 µA supply current, no enable pin | No enable function; higher cost and larger SOIC-8 footprint; superior long-term stability (15 ppm/1000h) | Select for lab-grade instrumentation where drift dominates over power or control flexibility |
Compared with REF5020IDR and ADR4520BRZ, LM4140ACM-2.0 uniquely balances ultra-low power (230 µA), integrated enable, and A-grade drift (3 ppm/°C) in a cost-optimized SOIC-8-making it optimal for portable, battery-constrained systems needing precision without complexity.
Availability
LM4140ACM-2.0 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for portable instrumentation, industrial process control, and medical diagnostics requiring stable component supply with guaranteed long-term continuity.
Supply support for LM4140ACM-2.0 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, delivering analog and embedded processing solutions for industrial, automotive, and personal electronics markets.
The LM4140 family was engineered specifically for high-accuracy, low-power reference needs in portable and battery-operated equipment-emphasizing low dropout, enable control, and EEPROM-based trimming for production scalability.
FAQ
What is the minimum input voltage required for stable operation of LM4140ACM-2.0?
The LM4140ACM-2.0 requires a minimum input voltage of VREF + 20 mV (2.068 V) at 1 mA load to maintain regulation, per its 20 mV typical dropout specification. At higher loads (e.g., 8 mA), dropout increases to 160–235 mV depending on temperature-so 2.25 V is recommended for full-load operation across 0°C–70°C. The device is not functional below 1.8 V input, regardless of load.
Does LM4140ACM-2.0 require an output capacitor, and what type is recommended?
Yes, LM4140ACM-2.0 requires a 1 µF output capacitor connected between VREF and GND for loop stability and transient response. TI validates solid tantalum (e.g., Kemet T491A105M010AS) and multilayer ceramic capacitors (e.g., Murata GRM42-6Y5V225Z16) meeting ESR specifications in Figure 23. Aluminum electrolytics are discouraged due to ESR rise at low temperatures.
How does the enable pin of LM4140ACM-2.0 behave during power-down?
When the EN pin is pulled low (<0.4 V), LM4140ACM-2.0 enters shutdown mode, reducing supply current to ≤1 µA and actively discharging the output capacitor to ground via internal circuitry-ensuring VREF reaches 0 V within microseconds. This prevents residual voltage from interfering with downstream circuit reset sequencing or causing unintended bias conditions.
Can LM4140ACM-2.0 drive a 10 kΩ load directly without degradation in accuracy?
Yes, LM4140ACM-2.0 can drive a 10 kΩ load (205 µA current) with minimal error: load regulation is specified at 1–20 ppm/mA (≤2 ppm error), and line regulation is ≤200 ppm/V. Combined with 0.1% initial accuracy and 3 ppm/°C drift, total error remains <0.11% across temperature-well within spec for 12-bit systems. No buffer is required for this load.
What is the long-term stability specification for LM4140ACM-2.0, and how is it measured?
LM4140ACM-2.0 exhibits 60 ppm maximum long-term stability after 1000 hours of operation at 25°C, as defined by ΔVREF under continuous bias. This metric reflects parametric shift due to silicon aging and packaging stress-not thermal hysteresis or calibration drift. It is verified via accelerated life testing per TI's reliability qualification standards and applies to all grades (A/B/C) of the LM4140 family.
LM4140ACM-2.0 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Package/Case:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Series:
- -
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Reference Type:
- Series
- Output Type:
- Fixed
- Voltage - Output (Min/Fixed):
- 2.048V
- Voltage - Output (Max):
- -
- Current - Output:
- 8 mA
- Tolerance:
- ±0.1%
- Temperature Coefficient:
- 3ppm/°C
- Noise - 0.1Hz to 10Hz:
- 2.2µVp-p
- Noise - 10Hz to 10kHz:
- -
- Voltage - Input:
- 1.8V ~ 5.5V
- Current - Supply:
- 375µA
- Current - Cathode:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 70°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-SOIC
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