Texas Instruments REF2033AIDDCR
- Part No.:
- REF2033AIDDCR
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Voltage Reference
- Package:
- SOT-23-5 Thin, TSOT-23-5
- Datasheet:
-
REF2033AIDDCR.pdf
- Description:
- IC VREF SERIES 0.05% SOT23-5
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Overview
REF2033AIDDCR from Texas Instruments is a dual-output, low-drift, low-power voltage reference IC delivering precise VREF = 3.3 V and VBIAS = 1.65 V outputs in a single SOT-23-5 package. It achieves ±0.05% initial accuracy, 8 ppm/°C max temperature drift (–40°C to 125°C), and 6 ppm/°C max VREF–VBIAS tracking (–40°C to 85°C), enabling high-precision biasing of bipolar ADC inputs in single-supply industrial measurement systems.
For engineers reviewing the REF2033AIDDCR datasheet, REF2033AIDDCR pinout, REF2033AIDDCR application, or REF2033AIDDCR equivalent, this device supports critical design tasks including analog input/output module calibration, electricity meter signal chain referencing, and servo drive control loop stability-where dual-rail referencing, microamp quiescent current, and sub-10-mV dropout are essential.
Technical Context
The REF2033AIDDCR implements a band-gap core with e-Trim™ post-mold calibration for both VREF and VBIAS outputs, ensuring matched initial accuracy and temperature coefficient. Its architecture uses two independent buffers-one for VREF and one for VBIAS-to maintain tight tracking (≤7 ppm/°C over –40°C to 125°C) while supporting bidirectional ±20 mA load current.
It operates from a minimum input voltage of VREF + 20 mV (3.32 V typical), enabled by ultra-low 10 mV dropout, and features enable-controlled shutdown (3.3–5 µA ICC) with 500 µs turn-on settling. Line regulation (3 ppm/V) and load regulation (8 ppm/mA) are specified identically for both outputs across full temperature and load ranges.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VREF Output | 3.3 V nominal; used as primary ADC reference voltage with ±0.05% initial tolerance |
| VBIAS Output | 1.65 V nominal (exactly VREF / 2); provides mid-rail bias for bipolar analog signal conditioning |
| Temp Drift (VREF/VBIAS) | ≤8 ppm/°C max (–40°C to 125°C); ensures <±0.01% output shift over full industrial range |
| VREF–VBIAS Tracking | ≤6 ppm/°C max (–40°C to 85°C); maintains <±0.005% matching between outputs for differential sensing |
| Quiescent Current | 360 µA typical (active mode); enables battery-operated field instrumentation with multi-year runtime |
| Dropout Voltage | 10 mV at 20 mA load; allows operation from 3.32 V supply-critical for low-voltage energy harvesting systems |
| Output Current | ±20 mA sourcing/sinking per output; supports direct driving of ADC reference inputs and op-amp bias networks |
Pinout & Package
SOT-23-5 (DDC) package: 2.90 mm × 1.60 mm body, matte-tin (Sn) plating, surface-mount compatible.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 - VBIAS | Output | Provides stable 1.65 V bias voltage; identical accuracy/drift specs as VREF; sinks/sources ±20 mA |
| 2 - GND | Reference | Analog ground return for both outputs; must be low-impedance connection to minimize noise coupling |
| 3 - EN | Input | Enable control: device active when EN ≥ VIN – 0.7 V; shutdown draws ≤5 µA |
| 4 - VIN | Input | Supply input (3.32 V to 5.5 V); dropout as low as 10 mV enables use with LDOs or battery rails |
| 5 - VREF | Output | Primary 3.3 V reference output; used for ADC, DAC, or precision comparator references |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual matched outputs | VREF = 3.3 V and VBIAS = 1.65 V with ≤7 ppm/°C tracking-eliminates need for discrete resistor divider + buffer |
| e-Trim™ calibration | Post-package trimming of both outputs for ±0.05% initial accuracy and matched tempco-reduces system calibration overhead |
| Ultra-low dropout | 10 mV at full 20 mA load-enables operation from 3.3-V rails with margin for aging and ripple |
| Bidirectional output drive | ±20 mA capability per output-supports direct interfacing to SAR ADC reference pins and op-amp feedback networks |
| Low-noise performance | 12 ppmPP (0.1–10 Hz), 0.25 ppm/√Hz noise density-preserves SNR in 16-bit+ data acquisition systems |
Applications
| Electricity Meter | Analog Input Module |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: High-accuracy energy measurement in Class 0.2 and 0.5 smart meters under varying grid voltage and temperature. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Provides VREF for 24-bit delta-sigma ADC and VBIAS for offsetting CT/PT sensor signals into ADC's bipolar input range. Use Value: Dual-output matching (≤6 ppm/°C) ensures consistent gain/offset error compensation across –40°C to 85°C, meeting IEC 62053 long-term stability requirements. |
Use Scenario: Industrial PLC analog input card acquiring ±10 V or 4–20 mA sensor signals with 16-bit resolution. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Supplies VREF to ADC and VBIAS to op-amp level-shifting circuitry for unipolar-to-bipolar conversion. Use Value: ±0.05% initial accuracy and 8 ppm/°C drift reduce factory calibration frequency; 360 µA ICC lowers thermal drift in densely packed modules. |
| Servo Drive Control Module | Clinical Digital Thermometer |
Use Scenario: Closed-loop position/current control in motor drives requiring precise current sense amplifier referencing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Delivers VREF to current-sense ADC and VBIAS to bias shunt amplifier common-mode voltage at mid-rail. Use Value: 10 mV dropout allows direct use of 3.3-V system rail; ±20 mA drive eliminates external buffer, saving board space and cost. |
Use Scenario: Medical-grade handheld thermometer with thermistor or RTD front-end and low-power MCU. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Generates VREF for 16-bit ADC and VBIAS for ratiometric sensor excitation and signal centering. Use Value: 360 µA quiescent current extends battery life; long-term stability (25 ppm/1000 hrs) ensures calibration validity over device lifetime. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar dual-output voltage reference applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| REF2030AIDDCR | VREF = 3.0 V, VBIAS = 1.5 V; otherwise identical specs (drift, accuracy, package, pinout) | Used where 3.0-V ADC reference or lower bias voltage is required-e.g., legacy 3.0-V system rails | Select when system supply or ADC VREF requirement matches 3.0 V; pin-compatible drop-in replacement |
| REF2041AIDDCR | VREF = 4.096 V, VBIAS = 2.048 V; same accuracy/drift but higher output voltages | Preferred for 12-/16-bit SAR ADCs with 4.096-V full-scale range and ratiometric sensor interfaces | Choose for higher-resolution data acquisition; requires verification of VIN headroom (min 4.116 V) |
Compared with REF2033AIDDCR, REF2030AIDDCR offers identical performance at 3.0 V for compatibility with existing 3.0-V designs, while REF2041AIDDCR delivers higher reference voltage for improved ADC LSB resolution-both retain the same SOT-23-5 footprint, tracking, and low-power operation.
Availability
REF2033AIDDCR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for electricity metering, analog I/O modules, and servo drive control applications requiring stable component supply, long-term calibration integrity, and industrial temperature operation.
Supply support for REF2033AIDDCR 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 leader specializing in analog and embedded processing technologies, with decades of expertise in precision voltage references and signal-chain solutions.
The REF20xx family was designed specifically for high-accuracy, dual-output referencing in single-supply industrial measurement systems-addressing the need for matched VREF/VBIAS without external components or calibration.
FAQ
What is the exact output voltage specification of REF2033AIDDCR?
The REF2033AIDDCR provides two precisely trimmed outputs: VREF = 3.300 V ±0.05% (±1.65 mV) and VBIAS = 1.650 V ±0.05% (±0.825 mV) at 25°C. Both outputs share identical initial accuracy, temperature drift (≤8 ppm/°C), and long-term stability (25 ppm over 1000 hours), as confirmed in the SBOS600E datasheet Section 7.5.
Does REF2033AIDDCR support bidirectional current on both outputs?
Yes, REF2033AIDDCR supports ±20 mA sourcing and sinking capability on both VREF and VBIAS outputs, as specified in Section 7.5 Electrical Characteristics. This enables direct interfacing with ADC reference inputs, op-amp bias networks, and current-sense amplifier common-mode circuits without external buffers.
What is the minimum input voltage required for REF2033AIDDCR to regulate properly?
The minimum input voltage for REF2033AIDDCR is VREF + 20 mV (3.32 V typical) at 20 mA load, per Section 7.3 Recommended Operating Conditions and Figure 7-28. Dropout is specified at 10 mV (max 20 mV), allowing reliable operation from standard 3.3-V supplies with margin for ripple and aging.
How does VREF–VBIAS tracking perform across temperature for REF2033AIDDCR?
REF2033AIDDCR guarantees VREF–VBIAS tracking of ≤6 ppm/°C (max) from –40°C to 85°C and ≤7 ppm/°C (max) from –40°C to 125°C, as stated in Section 7.5. This ensures the ratio remains within ±0.005% over the extended range, critical for ratiometric sensor interfaces and differential signal conditioning.
Is REF2033AIDDCR pin-compatible with other devices in the REF20xx family?
Yes, all REF20xx variants-including REF2025AIDDCR, REF2030AIDDCR, REF2033AIDDCR, and REF2041AIDDCR-share identical SOT-23-5 (DDC) pinout, electrical behavior, and functional operation. Only the output voltage values differ; no PCB layout change is needed when substituting within the family.
REF2033AIDDCR Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Package/Case:
- SOT-23-5 Thin, TSOT-23-5
- Series:
- -
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Reference Type:
- Series
- Output Type:
- Fixed
- Voltage - Output (Min/Fixed):
- 1.65V, 3.3V
- Voltage - Output (Max):
- -
- Current - Output:
- 20 mA
- Tolerance:
- ±0.05%
- Temperature Coefficient:
- 8ppm/°C
- Noise - 0.1Hz to 10Hz:
- 12ppmp-p
- Noise - 10Hz to 10kHz:
- -
- Voltage - Input:
- 3.32V ~ 5.5V
- Current - Supply:
- 460µA
- Current - Cathode:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- SOT-23-THIN
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