SBVS058D June 2005 – April 2026 REF3212 , REF3220 , REF3225 , REF3230 , REF3233 , REF3240
PRODUCTION DATA
Load regulation is defined as the change in output voltage as a result of changes in load current. The load regulation of the REF32xx is measured using force and sense contacts, as shown in Figure 6-5.
Figure 6-5 Accurate Load Regulation of REF32xxThe force and sense lines can be used to effectively eliminate the impact of contact and trace resistance, resulting in accurate voltage at the load. By connecting the force and sense lines at the load, the REF32xx compensates for the contact and trace resistances because it measures and adjusts the voltage actually delivered at the load.
The GND_S pin is connected to the internal ground of the device through ESD protection diodes. Because of that connection, the maximum differential voltage between the GND_S and GND_F pins must be kept below 200mV to prevent these diodes from unintentionally turning on.