Datasheet
General Description
The MAX6138 is a precision, two-terminal shunt mode,
bandgap voltage reference available in fixed reverse
breakdown voltages of 1.2205V, 2.048V, 2.5V, 3.0V,
3.3V, 4.096V, and 5.0V. Ideal for space-critical applica-
tions, the MAX6138 is offered in the subminiature 3-pin
SC70 surface-mount package (1.8mm X 1.8mm), 50%
smaller than comparable devices in SOT23 surface-
mount packages.
Laser-trimmed resistors ensure precise initial accuracy.
With a 25ppm/°C temperature coefficient, the device is
offered in three grades of initial accuracy ranging from
0.1% to 0.5%. The MAX6138 has 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 MAX6138 does not require an external stabilizing
capacitor while ensuring stability with capacitive loads.
The MAX6138 is a higher precision device in a smaller
package than the LM4040/LM4050.
Applications
Portable, Battery-Powered Equipment
Notebook Computers
Cell Phones
Industrial Process Control
Features
♦ Ultra-Small 3-Pin SC70 Package
♦ 0.1% (max) Initial Accuracy
♦ 25ppm/°C (max) Temperature Coefficient
Guaranteed Over -40°C to +85°C Temperature
Range
♦ Wide Operating Current Range: 60µA to 15mA
♦ Low 28µV
RMS
Output Noise (10Hz to 10kHz)
♦ 1.2205V, 2.048V, 2.5V, 3.0V, 3.3V, 4.096V, and 5.0V
Fixed Reverse Breakdown Voltages
♦ No Output Capacitors Required
♦ Stable with Capacitive Loads
MAX6138
0.1%, 25ppm, SC70 Shunt Voltage Reference
with Multiple Reverse Breakdown Voltages
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MAX6138
I
LOAD
I
SHUNT
R
S
V
S
V
R
I
SHUNT
+ I
LOAD
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1
3 N.C.*
+
MAX6138
SC70
TOP VIEW
2
*PIN 3 MUST BE LEFT FLOATING
OR CONNECTED TO PIN 2.
PART
TEMP
RANGE
PIN-
PACKAGE
OUTPUT
VOLTAGE
(V)
MAX6138_EXR12-T -40°C to +85°C 3 SC70-3 1.2205
MAX6138_EXR21-T -40°C to +85°C 3 SC70-3 2.0480
MAX6138_EXR25-T -40°C to +85°C 3 SC70-3 2.5000
MAX6138_EXR30-T -40°C to +85°C 3 SC70-3 3.0000
MAX6138_EXR33-T -40°C to +85°C 3 SC70-3 3.3000
MAX6138_EXR41-T -40°C to +85°C 3 SC70-3 4.0960
MAX6138_EXR50-T -40°C to +85°C 3 SC70-3 5.0000
Pin Configuration
Selector Guide
Typical Operating Circuit
19-2090; Rev 2; 4/04
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