JAJSHL9A June 2019 – January 2021 ADS125H01
PRODUCTION DATA
Circumstances must be evaluated when an input signal is present while the ADC is unpowered. When the input signal exceeds the forward voltage of the internal ESD diodes, the diodes conduct resulting in backdrive of the analog power-supply voltage through the internal ESD diodes. Backdriving the ADC power supply can also occur when the power supply is on. If the power supply is not able to sink current during a backdrive condition, the power-supply voltage can rise and can ultimately exceed the breakdown rating of the ADC. The maximum supply voltage rating of the ADC must not be exceeded under any condition. One solution is to clamp the analog supply using a Zener diode placed across HV_AVSS and HV_AVDD.