REF02AP

Precision 5V voltage reference ICs in 8-pin PDIP packages

Manufacturer: ti

series introduction

# REF02AP Product Series Introduction

## 1. Overview
The REF02AP product series stands as a remarkable offering in the realm of precision voltage references. These devices are engineered to provide highly accurate and stable voltage outputs, making them indispensable components in a wide range of electronic applications. Whether it's in test and measurement equipment, data acquisition systems, or precision analog circuits, the REF02AP series ensures reliable and consistent performance.

## 2. Key Features

### 2.1 High Precision
One of the most prominent features of the REF02AP series is its exceptional precision. These voltage references offer low initial output voltage errors, typically within a very tight tolerance range. This high level of accuracy is crucial in applications where even the slightest deviation in voltage can lead to significant errors in measurement or operation. For example, in high - resolution analog - to - digital converters (ADCs), the REF02AP can provide a stable reference voltage that enables accurate conversion of analog signals into digital values.

### 2.2 Low Temperature Coefficient
The REF02AP series exhibits a low temperature coefficient, which means that the output voltage remains relatively stable over a wide temperature range. Temperature variations can cause the performance of electronic components to fluctuate, but the low temperature coefficient of the REF02AP helps to minimize these effects. This makes it suitable for use in environments where temperature changes are common, such as industrial settings or outdoor applications.

### 2.3 Low Noise
Noise in a voltage reference can introduce unwanted fluctuations in the output voltage, which can degrade the performance of the overall system. The REF02AP series is designed to have low noise characteristics, ensuring a clean and stable output voltage. This is particularly important in sensitive applications such as audio equipment or medical devices, where noise can have a significant impact on the quality of the output signal.

### 2.4 High Output Current Capability
The REF02AP devices are capable of supplying a relatively high output current. This allows them to drive multiple loads simultaneously without significant voltage drops. In applications where multiple components rely on the same voltage reference, the high output current capability of the REF02AP ensures that each component receives a stable and accurate voltage supply.

## 3. Technical Specifications

### 3.1 Output Voltage
The REF02AP series typically offers a fixed output voltage of 10V. This standard output voltage is widely used in many electronic circuits and systems, making it easy to integrate the REF02AP into existing designs.

### 3.2 Initial Accuracy
The initial accuracy of the REF02AP is typically specified within a few millivolts of the nominal output voltage. For example, it may have an initial accuracy of ±0.05% or better, which means that the actual output voltage will be very close to the specified 10V value when the device is first powered on.

### 3.3 Temperature Coefficient
The temperature coefficient of the REF02AP is usually in the range of a few parts per million per degree Celsius (ppm/°C). A lower temperature coefficient indicates better stability over temperature. For instance, a temperature coefficient of 20 ppm/°C means that for every 1°C change in temperature, the output voltage will change by only 20 parts per million of the nominal output voltage.

### 3.4 Output Current
The REF02AP can typically supply an output current of up to several milliamperes. This current - sourcing capability allows it to drive various loads, such as resistive, capacitive, or inductive loads, without sacrificing the stability of the output voltage.

## 4. Applications

### 4.1 Test and Measurement Equipment
In test and measurement instruments such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and spectrum analyzers, the REF02AP provides a

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