SLVSFF4 December   2019 TLVH431B-EP

PRODUCTION DATA.  

  1. 1 Features
  2. 2 Applications
  3. 3 Description
    1.     Device Images
      1.      Simplified Schematic
  4. 4 Revision History
  5. 5 Pin Configuration and Functions
    1.     Pin Functions
  6. 6 Specifications
    1. 6.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings
    2. 6.2 ESD Ratings
    3. 6.3 Recommended Operating Conditions
    4. 6.4 Thermal Information
    5. 6.5 Electrical Characteristics
    6. 6.6 Typical Characteristics
  7. 7 Parameter Measurement Information
  8. 8 Detailed Description
    1. 8.1 Overview
    2. 8.2 Functional Block Diagram
    3. 8.3 Feature Description
    4. 8.4 Device Functional Modes
      1. 8.4.1 Open Loop (Comparator)
      2. 8.4.2 Closed Loop
  9. 9 Applications and Implementation
    1. 9.1 Application Information
    2. 9.2 Typical Applications
      1. 9.2.1 Comparator With Integrated Reference (Open Loop)
        1. 9.2.1.1 Design Requirements
        2. 9.2.1.2 Detailed Design Procedure
          1. 9.2.1.2.1 Basic Operation
          2. 9.2.1.2.2 Overdrive
          3. 9.2.1.2.3 Output Voltage and Logic Input Level
            1. 9.2.1.2.3.1 Input Resistance
        3. 9.2.1.3 Application Curves
      2. 9.2.2 Shunt Regulator/Reference
        1. 9.2.2.1 Design Requirements
        2. 9.2.2.2 Detailed Design Procedure
          1. 9.2.2.2.1 Programming Output/Cathode Voltage
          2. 9.2.2.2.2 Total Accuracy
          3. 9.2.2.2.3 Stability
        3. 9.2.2.3 Application Curve
  10. 10Power Supply Recommendations
  11. 11Layout
    1. 11.1 Layout Guidelines
    2. 11.2 Layout Example
  12. 12Device and Documentation Support
    1. 12.1 Documentation Support
      1. 12.1.1 Related Documentation
    2. 12.2 Receiving Notification of Documentation Updates
    3. 12.3 Support Resources
    4. 12.4 Trademarks
    5. 12.5 Electrostatic Discharge Caution
    6. 12.6 Glossary
  13. 13Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information

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Orderable Information

8.3 Feature Description

TLVH431B-EP consists of an internal reference and amplifier that outputs a sink current base on the difference between the reference pin and the virtual internal pin. The sink current is produced by an internal Darlington pair.

When operated with enough voltage headroom (≥ 1.24 V) and cathode current (Ika), TLVH431B-EP forces the reference pin to 1.24 V. However, the reference pin can not be left floating, as it needs Iref ≥ 0.5 µA (see the Specifications section). This is because the reference pin is driven into an NPN, which needs base current in order operate properly.

When feedback is applied from the Cathode and Reference pins, TLVH431B-EP behaves as a Zener diode, regulating to a constant voltage dependent on current being supplied into the cathode. This is due to the internal amplifier and reference entering the proper operating regions. The same amount of current needed in the above feedback situation must be applied to this device in open loop, servo, or error amplifying implementations in order for it to be in the proper linear region giving TLVH431B-EP enough gain.

Unlike many linear regulators, TLVH431B-EP is internally compensated to be stable without an output capacitor between the cathode and anode. If instead it is desired to use an output capacitor, Figure 20, Figure 21, and Figure 22 can be used as a guide to assist in choosing the correct capacitor to maintain stability.