JAJSFU8D November 2017 – June 2024 ADS8166 , ADS8167 , ADS8168
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Low inductance grounding is critical for achieving optimum performance. Place all critical components of the signal chain on the same PCB layer as the ADS816x.
For lowest inductance grounding, connect the GND pins of the ADS816x (pins 1, 21, and 31) and reference ground REFM (pin 4) directly to the device thermal pad. Connect the device thermal pad to the PCB ground using four vias; see Figure 8-8.