Texas Instruments REF35250YBHR
- Part No.:
- REF35250YBHR
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Voltage Reference
- Package:
- 4-XFBGA, DSBGA
- Datasheet:
-
REF35250YBHR.pdf
- Description:
- 650-nA quiescent current, 12-pp
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Product details
Overview
REF35250YBHR from Texas Instruments is a nanopower, high-precision series voltage reference delivering 2.5V output with ±0.05% initial accuracy, 10ppm/°C max temperature coefficient (−40°C to +85°C), and 650nA typical quiescent current in a 4-pin WCSP package. It supports precision data converters and low-power sensor biasing in portable medical and industrial instrumentation.
For engineers reviewing the REF35250YBHR datasheet, REF35250YBHR pinout, REF35250YBHR application, or REF35250YBHR equivalent, key selection criteria include ultra-low IQ, tight initial tolerance, low thermal drift over extended temperature range, noise reduction via NR pin, and enable-controlled shutdown for battery-sensitive systems.
Technical Context
The REF35250YBHR implements a bandgap-based series reference architecture with internal curvature compensation to achieve 10ppm/°C max drift across −40°C to +85°C. Its EN pin enables full shutdown with 0.1µA max IQ, while the NR pin accepts external capacitance to suppress 0.1Hz–10Hz noise down to 3.3ppmP-P.
Designed for operation from VREF + VDO (120mV at 5mA) up to 6V input, it sources ±10mA output current with 20ppm/mA load regulation (source) and 40ppm/mA (sink), supporting direct ADC/DAC reference and sensor excitation without external buffering.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Output voltage | 2.5V nominal; stable reference for 12–16-bit SAR and delta-sigma ADCs requiring ≤0.5LSB error at 16-bit resolution. |
| Initial accuracy | ±0.05% max at 25°C; eliminates need for system-level calibration in portable glucose meters and flow transmitters. |
| Tempco | 10ppm/°C max (−40°C to +85°C); ensures <±85ppm total drift over industrial ambient range, critical for oscilloscope front-end stability. |
| Quiescent current | 0.65µA typical active, 0.1µA max shutdown; enables >10-year battery life in fault indicators and wireless sensor nodes. |
| Low-frequency noise | 3.3ppmP-P (0.1Hz–10Hz); meets noise floor requirements for precision thermocouple and bridge sensor signal chains. |
| Long-term stability | 40ppm at 1000 hours; predictable aging behavior supports 15-year reliability planning in power quality analyzers. |
| Thermal hysteresis | 70ppm max (25°C → −40°C → +125°C → 25°C); maintains repeatability after thermal cycling in optical module control loops. |
Pinout & Package
REF35250YBHR uses a 4-pin Wafer Chip Scale Package (WCSP) with 1.05mm × 0.84mm body size, optimized for space-constrained PCB layouts in handheld diagnostics and IoT edge nodes.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| GND (B1) | Ground reference | Primary device ground; connects to PCB ground plane to minimize noise coupling into reference output. |
| EN (B2) | Enable control input | Active-high logic input; drives device into 0.1µA shutdown when pulled low, enabling power-gating in sleep-mode systems. |
| VIN (A2) | Power supply input | Accepts 2.62V–6V input; dropout voltage of 120mV at 5mA allows operation from single Li-ion cell with minimal headroom. |
| VREF (A1) | Reference output | Stable 2.5V source; capable of sourcing 10mA or sinking 5mA to drive ADC reference inputs or op-amp bias networks directly. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| NR pin noise reduction | External capacitor on NR pin reduces 0.1Hz–10Hz output noise to 3.3ppmP-P, enabling sub-16-bit effective resolution in low-frequency sensor interfaces. |
| EN-controlled shutdown | Reduces quiescent current to 0.1µA max, extending battery life in intermittent-measurement devices like portable blood glucose monitors. |
| Ultra-low drift | 10ppm/°C max tempco over −40°C to +85°C ensures reference stability across automotive under-hood and industrial control environments. |
| High output drive | ±10mA output capability eliminates need for external buffer amplifiers when driving SAR ADC reference inputs or current-sense amplifier bias rails. |
| Robust thermal performance | 70ppm thermal hysteresis and 40ppm/1k-hour long-term stability support reliable operation in optical modules subject to repeated thermal cycling. |
Applications
| Blood Glucose Monitor | Power Quality Analyzer |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Portable handheld device measuring glucose concentration via electrochemical test strip with 16-bit ADC sampling. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Provides stable 2.5V reference for ADC conversion and sensor biasing circuitry. Use Value: ±0.05% initial accuracy and 10ppm/°C tempco ensure measurement repeatability across operating temperatures without recalibration. | Use Scenario: Three-phase grid monitoring unit capturing voltage/current harmonics with 16-bit isolation ADCs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Supplies precision reference to multiple ADC channels for synchronized high-fidelity waveform capture. Use Value: 3.3ppmP-P low-frequency noise and 40ppm/1k-hour stability maintain amplitude accuracy over extended field deployment. |
| Oscilloscope Front-End | Optical Module Control |
Use Scenario: Portable digital storage oscilloscope with 12-bit ADC and variable gain amplifier stages. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Reference source for ADC and DAC used in offset correction and trigger threshold generation. Use Value: 650nA quiescent current enables low-power standby mode; EN pin allows rapid wake-up without reference settling delay. | Use Scenario: SFP+ transceiver module requiring precise bias control for laser diode drivers and TIA circuits. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Stable voltage reference for DAC-controlled current sources and temperature-compensated bias networks. Use Value: 70ppm thermal hysteresis ensures repeatable laser output power after thermal cycling during pluggable module insertion/removal. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar voltage reference applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| REF3425RTER | 2.5V, ±0.05% accuracy, 12ppm/°C tempco (−40°C to +125°C), 950nA IQ, SOT-23-6 package | Higher tempco and IQ; wider operating temperature but larger footprint | Select when full −55°C to +125°C range is required and board space permits SOT-23. |
| ADR3425ARJZ-R7 | 2.5V, ±0.1% accuracy, 10ppm/°C tempco, 3.5µA IQ, SOT-23-5 package | Looser initial accuracy and 5.4× higher IQ; no EN or NR pins | Choose only if ultra-low power is not critical and enable/shutdown functionality is unnecessary. |
Compared with REF3425RTER and ADR3425ARJZ-R7, REF35250YBHR delivers the lowest quiescent current (0.65µA vs ≥3.5µA), smallest footprint (WCSP vs SOT-23), and integrated EN/NR pins-making it optimal for space- and energy-constrained portable instrumentation where reference stability and startup control are essential.
Availability
REF35250YBHR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for portable medical devices, industrial process analytics, optical communications modules, and battery-powered test equipment requiring stable component supply with guaranteed long-term availability.
Supply support for REF35250YBHR 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 analog ICs and voltage references.
The REF35 family was designed specifically for ultra-low-power, high-accuracy applications including portable diagnostics, industrial sensors, and battery-operated instrumentation where nanoscale power efficiency and ppm-level stability are mandatory.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating temperature range for REF35250YBHR?
The REF35250YBHR is fully specified from −40°C to +85°C with 10ppm/°C max temperature coefficient. It remains functional across −55°C to +125°C, though tempco and accuracy specifications apply only within the −40°C to +85°C range per the official datasheet. This extended functional range supports deployment in harsh industrial and automotive environments where transient overtemperature events may occur.
Does REF35250YBHR require an external capacitor on the NR pin?
No, the NR pin of REF35250YBHR can be left floating for standard operation. However, connecting a capacitor (typically 1µF to 10µF) between NR and GND reduces 0.1Hz–10Hz output noise from 3.3ppmP-P to lower values-critical for high-resolution sensor interfaces. The device remains fully functional without it, making NR an optional performance enhancement rather than a requirement.
What is the minimum input voltage required for REF35250YBHR to regulate at 2.5V?
The minimum input voltage for REF35250YBHR is VREF + VDO, where VDO is 120mV at 5mA load and 250mV at 10mA load. Therefore, the absolute minimum VIN is 2.62V at 5mA. For VREF = 2.5V, TI specifies minimum VIN = 2.62V under recommended conditions-enabling operation from single-cell lithium batteries with minimal headroom loss.
Can REF35250YBHR drive a 10µF output capacitor?
Yes, REF35250YBHR is stable with output capacitors from 0.1µF to 10µF, as confirmed in Section 6.6 of the datasheet. A 10µF ceramic or tantalum capacitor improves PSRR and low-frequency noise rejection, especially when paired with the NR pin. ESR must remain ≤400mΩ; typical X7R ceramics meet this requirement and enhance transient response in ADC reference applications.
How does the EN pin behavior affect system power sequencing?
The EN pin of REF35250YBHR is active-high with 0.7×VIN threshold for activation and 0.3×VIN for shutdown. When driven by a microcontroller GPIO, it enables precise control of reference turn-on timing-critical for synchronizing ADC conversions after power-up. Turn-on time is 2ms to 0.1% settling, allowing deterministic system initialization without waiting for uncontrolled reference stabilization.
REF35250YBHR Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Package/Case:
- 4-XFBGA, DSBGA
- Series:
- REF35
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Reference Type:
- Series
- Output Type:
- Fixed
- Voltage - Output (Min/Fixed):
- 2.5V
- Voltage - Output (Max):
- -
- Current - Output:
- 10 mA
- Tolerance:
- ±0.05%
- Temperature Coefficient:
- 12ppm/°C
- Noise - 0.1Hz to 10Hz:
- 3.8ppmp-p
- Noise - 10Hz to 10kHz:
- 0.7ppmrms
- Voltage - Input:
- 2.75V ~ 6V
- Current - Supply:
- 2.6µA
- Current - Cathode:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 4-DSBGA
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