Diodes Incorporated ZR404005F25TA
- Part No.:
- ZR404005F25TA
- Manufacturer:
- Diodes Incorporated
- Category:
- Voltage Reference
- Package:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Datasheet:
-
ZR404005F25TA.pdf
- Description:
- IC VREF SHUNT 0.5% SOT23
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Product details
Overview
ZR404005F25TA from Diodes Incorporated is a precision micropower 2.5 V bandgap voltage reference in SOT23-3 package, with 0.5% initial tolerance, 30 ppm/°C typical temperature coefficient, and stable operation from 60 µA to 15 mA. It requires no external capacitor, supports capacitive loads, and achieves stable output in <10 µs-ideal for battery-powered instrumentation and portable data acquisition.
For engineers reviewing the ZR404005F25TA datasheet, ZR404005F25TA pinout, ZR404005F25TA application, or ZR404005F25TA equivalent, key selection criteria include initial accuracy, thermal drift, low-quiescent-current stability, transient response time, and SOT23-3 footprint compatibility in space-constrained analog signal chains.
Technical Context
The ZR404005F25TA implements a two-terminal shunt topology with bandgap-derived reference core, operating as a precision reverse-biased Zener-like device. Its internal architecture eliminates need for external stabilization capacitance while maintaining stability across load capacitance up to 1 µF and supply transients.
It delivers specified performance over −40°C to +85°C with guaranteed 0.5% initial voltage accuracy at 150 µA test current, and maintains slope resistance ≤0.4 Ω (typ) and wideband noise of 45 µVrms (10 Hz–10 kHz), enabling high-resolution ADC biasing and sensor excitation.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VR (Reverse Breakdown) | 2.500 V ±0.5% at IR = 150 µA - defines absolute reference accuracy for calibration-critical circuits |
| Tempco (TC) | 30 ppm/°C typical - ensures ≤±0.75 mV drift over −40°C to +85°C for stable sensor front-ends |
| Slope Resistance (RS) | 0.4 Ω typical - minimizes output voltage shift under varying load current (e.g., 0.4 mV per 1 mA change) |
| Operating Current Range | 60 µA to 15 mA - supports ultra-low-power sleep modes and higher-drive precision power supplies |
| Transient Response | Stable in <10 µs - enables fast wake-up and dynamic reference settling in multiplexed DAQ systems |
| Wideband Noise | 45 µVrms (10 Hz–10 kHz) - suitable for 16-bit+ SAR ADC reference without additional filtering |
| Capacitive Load Stability | Stable with ≥0 pF to 1 µF - allows direct connection to ADC input caps or long PCB traces without oscillation |
Pinout & Package
SOT23-3 package (suffix "F"), top view: Pin 1 floating or internally connected to Pin 2; Pin 2 = Cathode (output); Pin 3 = Anode (ground). Thermal pad not present; standard JEDEC MO-178 compliant outline.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Pin 1 | NC or Cathode Tie | Internally tied to Pin 2 in most units; left unconnected or paralleled to Pin 2 for improved thermal symmetry |
| Pin 2 | Cathode / Output | Provides regulated 2.5 V reference voltage; connects to load and feedback node in shunt configuration |
| Pin 3 | Anode / Ground | Reference return path; must be low-impedance to system ground to maintain accuracy and noise immunity |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| No external capacitor required | Enables single-component reference design in tight layouts; eliminates capacitor aging, leakage, and ESR-related drift |
| 0.5% initial tolerance | Reduces or eliminates post-manufacturing trimming in production test for portable medical and metering devices |
| 30 ppm/°C tempco | Meets Class A accuracy requirements for industrial temperature sensors and RTD bridges without active compensation |
| <10 µs transient response | Supports rapid channel switching in multi-sensor data loggers without reference settling delay penalties |
| Stable with capacitive loads up to 1 µF | Permits direct interface to switched-capacitor filters, sample-hold amplifiers, and high-C ADC inputs |
Applications
| Battery-Powered Portable Meters | Precision Data Acquisition Systems |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Handheld multimeters and clamp meters operating on coin-cell or AA batteries with intermittent measurement cycles. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Shunt voltage reference providing stable 2.5 V for ADC reference and analog front-end biasing. Use Value: 60 µA minimum operating current extends battery life >1 year; 0.5% tolerance avoids factory calibration per unit. | Use Scenario: 16-bit isolated DAQ modules acquiring thermocouple, strain gauge, and voltage signals in industrial PLC racks. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary reference source for successive-approximation ADC and programmable gain instrumentation amplifier. Use Value: 45 µVrms noise and <10 µs settling enable full-resolution sampling at 100 kSPS without reference-related distortion. |
| Portable Medical Sensors | Calibration-Grade Test Equipment |
Use Scenario: Wearable ECG and pulse oximetry monitors requiring low-power, low-noise analog signal conditioning. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Reference for low-noise op-amp stages and ADC in analog signal chain. Use Value: 30 ppm/°C tempco ensures <±1 LSB error over body-worn temperature range; SOT23-3 fits compact flex PCBs. | Use Scenario: Benchtop multimeters and calibration sources needing traceable, stable DC reference outputs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secondary reference in self-calibrating architectures, backed by primary standards. Use Value: 0.5% initial accuracy and 0.4 Ω slope resistance allow predictable error budgeting; TO-92 and SOT23 variants support multiple form factors. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar shunt voltage reference applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TL431ACDBVR | 3-terminal adjustable shunt reference; 2.495 V nominal; 2% initial tolerance; requires external resistor divider | Used where programmable output or higher current (>100 mA) capability is needed | Select when adjustable output or higher sink current is required; not drop-in for fixed 2.5 V use |
| REF3025AIDBZR | Series reference; 2.5 V fixed; 0.2% initial tolerance; 50 ppm/°C max; 50 µA quiescent current | Preferred in low-noise, high-PSRR applications where load regulation and supply rejection matter | Select for series topology benefits (no cathode-to-ground path); requires input headroom and decoupling |
Compared with TL431ACDBVR and REF3025AIDBZR, the ZR404005F25TA offers lowest board area, simplest 2-pin implementation, and best trade-off of micro-power operation, fixed 2.5 V accuracy, and capacitive-load robustness-making it optimal for cost- and space-sensitive shunt reference roles.
Availability
ZR404005F25TA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for battery-powered portable meters, precision data acquisition systems, and portable medical sensors requiring stable component supply with consistent parametric performance across production lots.
Supply support for ZR404005F25TA 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
Diodes Incorporated is a global semiconductor company specializing in discrete, analog, and mixed-signal ICs for power management, signal integrity, and protection applications.
The ZR4040 series belongs to Diodes' precision voltage reference product line, engineered for low-power, high-accuracy analog systems where size, stability, and ease of use are critical-especially in portable, battery-operated, and industrial measurement equipment.
FAQ
What is the maximum capacitive load the ZR404005F25TA can drive without instability?
The ZR404005F25TA is specified stable with capacitive loads from 0 pF up to at least 1 µF, as confirmed in its typical characteristics curves and application notes. This eliminates need for series isolation resistors in ADC reference connections or sensor signal conditioning paths, even with long PCB traces or large input capacitance.
Can the ZR404005F25TA operate below 60 µA?
No-the datasheet specifies 60 µA as the minimum operating current for guaranteed electrical performance including accuracy and tempco. Operation below this may result in increased voltage drift, higher noise, or failure to regulate; it is not characterized or recommended for design-in.
Is Pin 1 of the SOT23-3 package electrically functional or optional?
Pin 1 is internally floating or tied to Pin 2 (cathode) depending on wafer lot; it is not an independent terminal. Diodes Incorporated recommends leaving Pin 1 unconnected or connecting it to Pin 2 to improve thermal symmetry-no circuit functionality depends on Pin 1 being used or unused.
How does the ZR404005F25TA compare to Zener diodes in terms of temperature stability?
Unlike conventional Zeners, the ZR404005F25TA uses a bandgap-based core yielding 30 ppm/°C typical tempco-up to 10× better than standard 2.5 V Zeners (typically 100–200 ppm/°C). This results in <±0.75 mV drift over −40°C to +85°C versus >±2 mV for Zener alternatives, directly improving measurement repeatability.
ZR404005F25TA Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Diodes Incorporated
- Package/Case:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Series:
- -
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Reference Type:
- Shunt
- Output Type:
- Fixed
- Voltage - Output (Min/Fixed):
- 2.5V
- Voltage - Output (Max):
- -
- Current - Output:
- 15 mA
- Tolerance:
- ±0.5%
- Temperature Coefficient:
- 100ppm/°C
- Noise - 0.1Hz to 10Hz:
- -
- Noise - 10Hz to 10kHz:
- 45µVrms
- Voltage - Input:
- -
- Current - Supply:
- -
- Current - Cathode:
- 60 µA
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- SOT-23-3
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