LM 2901
LM 2901
LM 2901
1 Features 3 Description
• NEW LM339B and LM2901B The LM339B and LM2901B devices are the
• Improved specifications of B-version next generation versions of the industry-standard
– Maximum rating: up to 38 V LM339 and LM2901 comparator family. These next
– ESD rating (HBM): 2k V generation B-version comparators feature lower offset
– Low input offset: 0.37 mV voltage, higher supply voltage capability, lower supply
– Low input bias current: 3.5 nA current, lower input bias current, lower propagation
– Low supply-current: 200 µA per comparator delay, and improved 2 kV ESD performance and
– Faster response time of 1 µsec input ruggedness through dedicated ESD clamps.
– Extended temperature range for LM339B The LM339B and LM2901B can drop-in replace the
• B-version is drop-in replacement for LM239, LM239, LM339 and LM2901, for both "A" and "V"
LM339 and LM2901, A and V versions grades.
• Common-mode input voltage range includes All devices consist of four independent voltage
ground comparators that are designed to operate from a
• Differential input voltage range equal to maximum- single power supply over a wide range of voltages.
rated supply voltage: ±38 V
• Low output saturation voltage Device Information
• Output compatible with TTL, MOS, and CMOS PART NUMBER PACKAGE (1) BODY SIZE (NOM)
• For single version, see the TL331B LM139x CDIP (14) 21.30 mm × 7.60 mm
• For dual version, see the LM393B or LM2903B LM139x, LM239x, LM339x,
LM2901x, LM339B, SOIC (14) 8.70 mm × 3.90 mm
2 Applications LM2901B
• Vacuum robot LM239, LM339x, LM2901 PDIP (14) 19.30 mm × 6.40 mm
• Single phase UPS LM239, LM2901, LM339B,
TSSOP (14) 5.00 mm × 4.40 mm
• Server PSU LM2901B
• Cordless power tool LM339x, LM2901, LM339B,
SO (14) 10.20 mm × 5.30 mm
• Wireless infrastructure LM2901B
• Applicances LM339x, LM339B SSOP (14) 6.50 mm × 5.30 mm
• Building automation SOT-23 (14) 4.20 mm x 2.00 mm
• Factory automation & control LM2901B
• Motor drives WQFN (16) 3.00 mm x 3.00 mm
• Infotainment & cluster
(1) For all available packages, see the orderable addendum at
the end of the data sheet.
Family Comparison Table
LM339 LM2901 LM2901V LM139 LM239
Specification LM339B LM2901B Units
LM339A LM2901A LM2901AV LM139A LM239A
Supply Voltage 2 to 36 2 to 36 2 to 30 2 to 30 2 to 32 2 to 30 2 to 30 V
Total Supply Current
0.8 to 1 0.8 to 1 1 to 2.5 1 to 2.5 1 to 2.5 1 to 2.5 1 to 2.5 mA
(5V to 36V max)
Temperature Range −40 to 85 −40 to 125 0 to 70 −40 to 125 −40 to 125 −55 to 125 −25 to 85 °C
ESD (HBM) 2000 2000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 V
Offset Voltage ±9 ± 15 ± 15 ±9 ±9
± 5.5 ± 5.5 mV
(Max over temp) ±4 ±4 ±4 ±4 ±4
Input Bias Current (typ / max) 3.5 / 25 3.5 / 25 25 / 250 25 / 250 25 / 250 25 / 100 25 / 250 nA
Response Time (typ) 1 1 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 µsec
An IMPORTANT NOTICE at the end of this data sheet addresses availability, warranty, changes, use in safety-critical applications,
intellectual property matters and other important disclaimers. PRODUCTION DATA.
LM139, LM239, LM339, LM339B, LM139A, LM239A
LM339A, LM2901B, LM2901, LM2901AV, LM2901V
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Table of Contents
1 Features............................................................................1 7.16 Switching Characteristics for LMx39 and LMx39A..13
2 Applications..................................................................... 1 7.17 Switching Characteristics for LM2901.....................13
3 Description.......................................................................1 7.18 Typical Characteristics for LM339B and
4 Revision History.............................................................. 3 LM2901B Only.............................................................14
5 Other Versions................................................................. 4 7.19 Typical Characteristics, Non-B Versions................. 20
6 Pin Configuration and Functions...................................5 8 Detailed Description......................................................22
7 Specifications.................................................................. 6 8.1 Overview................................................................... 22
7.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings for LM339B and 8.2 Functional Block Diagram......................................... 22
LM2901B....................................................................... 6 8.3 Feature Description...................................................22
7.2 Absolute Maximum Ratings for Non-B Versions......... 6 8.4 Device Functional Modes..........................................22
7.3 ESD Ratings for LM339B and LM2901B.................... 7 9 Application and Implementation.................................. 23
7.4 ESD Ratings, Non-B Versions.................................... 7 9.1 Application Information............................................. 23
7.5 Recommended Operating Conditions for 9.2 Typical Application.................................................... 23
LM339B and LM2901B..................................................7 10 Power Supply Recommendations..............................25
7.6 Recommended Operating Conditions, Non-B 11 Layout........................................................................... 26
Versions.........................................................................7 11.1 Layout Guidelines................................................... 26
7.7 Thermal Information for LM339B and LM2901B.........8 11.2 Layout Example...................................................... 26
7.8 Thermal Information for Non-B Versions.....................8 12 Device and Documentation Support..........................27
7.9 Electrical Characteristics for LM339B......................... 9 12.1 Related Links.......................................................... 27
7.10 Electrical Characteristics for LM2901B..................... 9 12.2 Receiving Notification of Documentation Updates..27
7.11 Electrical Characteristics for LM139 and LM139A.. 10 12.3 Support Resources................................................. 27
7.12 Electrical Characteristics for LMx39 and LMx39A...11 12.4 Trademarks............................................................. 27
7.13 Electrical Characteristics for LM2901, 12.5 Electrostatic Discharge Caution..............................27
LM2901V and LM2901AV........................................... 12 12.6 Glossary..................................................................27
7.14 Switching Characteristics for LM139 and 13 Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable
LM139A....................................................................... 13 Information.................................................................... 28
7.15 Switching Characteristics for LM339B and
LM2901B..................................................................... 13
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4 Revision History
NOTE: Page numbers for previous revisions may differ from page numbers in the current version.
5 Other Versions
OTHER QUALIFIED VERSIONS OF LM139-SP, LM239A, LM2901, LM2901AV, LM2901V:
• Automotive Q100: LM239A-Q1, LM2901B-Q1, LM2901-Q1, LM2901AV-Q1, LM2901V-Q1
• Enhanced Product: LM239A-EP
• Space: LM139-SP
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OUT1
OUT2
OUT3
OUT4
1OUT 1 14 3OUT
2OUT 2 13 4OUT
16
15
14
13
VCC 3 12 GND VCC 1 12 GND
8
1IN+ 7 8 3IN–
IN2±
IN2+
IN3±
IN3+
Figure 6-1. D, DB, N, NS, PW, DYY, J Packages Not to scale
14-Pin SOIC, SSOP, PDIP, SO, TSSOP, SOT-23, NOTE: Connect exposed thermal pad directly to GND pin.
CDIP Figure 6-2. RTE Package
Top View 16-Pad WQFN With Exposed Thermal Pad
Top View
(1) Some manufacturers transpose the names of channels 1 & 2. Electrically the pinouts are identical, just a difference in the channel
naming convention.
7 Specifications
7.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings for LM339B and LM2901B
over operating free-air temperature range (unless otherwise noted)(1)
MIN MAX UNIT
Supply voltage: VS = (V+) – (V–) -0.3 38 V
Differential input voltage : VID (2) ±38 V
Input pins (IN+, IN–) -0.3 38 V
Current into input pins (IN+, IN–) -50 mA
Output pin (OUT) -0.3 38 V
Output sink current 25 mA
Output short-circuit duration(3) Unlimited s
Junction temperature, TJ TBD 150 °C
Storage temperature, Tstg -65 150 °C
(1) Stresses beyond those listed under Absolute Maximum Ratings may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress
ratings only, which do not imply functional operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated under
Recommended Operating Conditions. Exposure to absolute-maximum-rated conditions for extended periods may affect device
reliability.
(2) Differential voltages are at IN+ with respect to IN-
(3) Short circuits from outputs to V+ can cause excessive heating and eventual destruction.
(1) Stresses beyond those listed under Absolute Maximum Ratings may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings
only, and functional operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated under Recommended Operating
Conditions is not implied. Exposure to absolute-maximum-rated conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
(2) All voltage values, except differential voltages, are with respect to network ground.
(3) Differential voltages are at xIN+ with respect to xIN–.
(4) Short circuits from outputs to VCC can cause excessive heating and eventual destruction.
(5) Input current flows through parasitic diode to ground and will turn on parasitic transistors that will increase ICC and may cause output to
be incorrect. Normal operation resumes when input is removed.
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(1) JEDEC document JEP155 states that 500-V HBM allows safe manufacturing with a standard ESD control process
(2) JEDEC document JEP157 states that 250-V CDM allows safe manufacturing with a standard ESD control process
(1) JEDEC document JEP155 states that 500-V HBM allows safe manufacturing with a standard ESD control process.
(2) JEDEC document JEP157 states that 250-V CDM allows safe manufacturing with a standard ESD control process.
(1) For more information about traditional and new thermal metrics, see the Semicondctor and IC Package Thermal Metrics report,
SPRA953.
(1) For more information about traditional and new thermal metrics, see the Semiconductor and IC Package Thermal Metrics application
report.
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(1) The voltage at either input should not be allowed to go negative by more than 0.3 V otherwise output may be incorrect and excessive
input current can flow. The upper end of the common-mode voltage range is limited by VCC – 2V. However only one input needs to be
in the valid common mode range, the other input can go up the maximum VCC level and the comparator provides a proper output state.
Either or both inputs can go to maximum VCC level without damage.
(2) This parameter is ensured by design and/or characterization and is not tested in production.
(1) The voltage at either input should not be allowed to go negative by more than 0.3 V otherwise output may be incorrect and excessive
input current can flow. The upper end of the common-mode voltage range is limited by VCC – 2V. However only one input needs to be
in the valid common mode range, the other input can go up the maximum VCC level and the comparator provides a proper output state.
Either or both inputs can go to maximum VCC level without damage.
(2) This parameter is ensured by design and/or characterization and is not tested in production.
25°C 3 25 3 25
IIO Input offset current VO = 1.4 V nA
Full range 100 100
25°C –25 –100 –25 –100
IIB Input bias current VO = 1.4 V nA
Full range –300 –300
0 to 0 to
25°C
Common-mode input- VCC – 1.5 VCC – 1.5
VICR V
voltage range(3) 0 to 0 to
Full range
VCC – 2 VCC – 2
Large-signal differential- VCC+ = ±7.5 V,
AVD 25°C 200 50 200 V/mV
voltage amplification VO = –5 V to 5 V
VOH = 5 V 25°C 0.1 0.1 nA
IOH High-level output current VID = 1 V
VOH = 30 V Full range 1 1 μA
25°C 150 400 150 400
VOL Low-level output voltage VID = –1 V, IOL = 4 mA mV
Full range 700 700
IOL Low-level output current VID = –1 V, VOL = 1.5 V 25°C 6 16 6 16 mA
Supply current
ICC VO = 2.5 V, No load 25°C 0.8 2 0.8 2 mA
(four comparators)
(1) All characteristics are measured with zero common-mode input voltage, unless otherwise specified.
(2) Full range (MIN to MAX) for LM139 and LM139A is –55°C to +125°C. All characteristics are measured with zero common-mode input
voltage, unless otherwise specified.
(3) The voltage at either input or common-mode must not be allowed to go negative by more than 0.3 V. The upper end of the
common-mode voltage range is VCC+ – 1.5 V; however, one input can exceed VCC, and the comparator will provide a proper output
state as long as the other input remains in the common-mode range. Either or both inputs can go to 30 V without damage.
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25°C 5 50 5 50
IIO Input offset current VO = 1.4 V nA
Full range 150 150
25°C –25 –250 –25 –250
IIB Input bias current VO = 1.4 V nA
Full range –400 –400
0 to 0 to
25°C
Common-mode input- VCC – 1.5 VCC – 1.5
VICR V
voltage range(3) 0 to 0 to
Full range
VCC – 2 VCC – 2
VCC = 15 V,
Large-signal differential-
AVD VO = 1.4 V to 11.4 V, 25°C 50 200 50 200 V/mV
voltage amplification
RL ≥ 15 kΩ to VCC
VOH = 5 V 25°C 0.1 50 0.1 50 nA
IOH High-level output current VID = 1 V
VOH = 30 V Full range 1 1 μA
25°C 150 400 150 400
VOL Low-level output voltage VID = –1 V, IOL = 4 mA mV
Full range 700 700
IOL Low-level output current VID = –1 V, VOL = 1.5 V 25°C 6 16 6 16 mA
Supply current
ICC VO = 2.5 V, No load 25°C 0.8 2 0.8 2 mA
(four comparators)
(1) All characteristics are measured with zero common-mode input voltage, unless otherwise specified.
(2) Full range (MIN to MAX) for LM239/LM239A is –25°C to +85°C, and for LM339/LM339A is 0°C to 70°C. All characteristics are
measured with zero common-mode input voltage, unless otherwise specified.
(3) The voltage at either input or common-mode must not be allowed to go negative by more than 0.3 V. The upper end of the
common-mode voltage range is VCC+ – 1.5 V; however, one input can exceed VCC, and the comparator will provide a proper output
state as long as the other input remains in the common-mode range. Either or both inputs can go to 30 V without damage.
(1) All characteristics are measured with zero common-mode input voltage, unless otherwise specified.
(2) Full range (MIN to MAX) for LM2901 is –40°C to +125°C. All characteristics are measured with zero common-mode input voltage,
unless otherwise specified.
(3) VCC MAX = 30 V for non-V devices, and 32 V for V-suffix devices
(4) The voltage at either input or common-mode must not be allowed to go negative by more than 0.3 V. The upper end of the
common-mode voltage range is VCC+ – 1.5 V; however, one input can exceed VCC, and the comparator will provide a proper output
state as long as the other input remains in the common-mode range. Either or both inputs can go to VCC MAX without damage.
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RL connected to 5 V through 5.1 kΩ, 100-mV input step with 5-mV overdrive 1.3
Response time μs
CL = 15 pF(1) (2) TTL-level input step 0.3
RL connected to 5 V through 5.1 kΩ, 100-mV input step with 5-mV overdrive 1.3
Response time μs
CL = 15 pF(1) (2) TTL-level input step 0.3
RL connected to 5 V through 5.1 kΩ, 100-mV input step with 5-mV overdrive 1.3
Response time μs
CL = 15 pF(1) (2) TTL-level input step 0.3
1100 1000
No Load, Output High
900
1000
800
Total Supply Current (uA)
700 500
400
600 -40°C
-40°C 300 0°C
25°C 25°C
500 85°C 200 85°C
125°C VS=3V 125°C
400 100
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 -0.5 -0.25 0 0.25 0.5 0.75 1 1.25 1.5 1.75 2
Supply Voltage (V) Input Voltage (V)
Figure 7-1. Total Supply Current vs. Supply Voltage Figure 7-2. Total Supply Current vs. Input Voltage at 3V
1000 1000
900 900
800 800
Total Supply Current (A)
700 700
600 600
500 500
400 400
-40°C -40°C
300 0°C 300 0°C
25°C 25°C
200 85°C 200 85°C
VS=3.3V 125°C VVSS=12V
=5V
=3V 125°C
100 100
-0.5 -0.25 0 0.25 0.5 0.75 1 1.25 1.5 1.75 2 -0.5 -0.25 0 0.25 0.5 0.75 1 1.25 1.5 1.75 2
Input Voltage (V) Input Voltage (V)
Figure 7-3. Total Supply Current vs. Input Voltage at 3.3V Figure 7-4. Total Supply Current vs. Input Voltage at 5V
1000 1100
900 1000
800 900
Total Supply Current (A)
Total Supply Current (A)
700 800
600 700
500 600
400 500
-40°C -40°C
300 0°C 400 0°C
25°C 25°C
200 85°C 300 85°C
VS=12V 125°C VS=36V 125°C
100 200
-1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 0 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36
Input Voltage (V) Input Voltage (V)
Figure 7-5. Total Supply Current vs. Input Voltage at 12V Figure 7-6. Total Supply Current vs. Input Voltage at 36V
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2 2
1.5 1.5
Input Offset Voltage (mV)
0.5 0.5
0 0
-0.5 -0.5
-1 -1
-1.5 VS = 3V -1.5 VS = 5V
63 Channels 62 Channels
-2 -2
-40 -25 -10 5 20 35 50 65 80 95 110 125 -40 -25 -10 5 20 35 50 65 80 95 110 125
Temperature (°C) Temperature (°C)
Figure 7-7. Input Offset Voltage vs. Temperature at 3V Figure 7-8. Input Offset Voltage vs. Temperature at 5V
2 2
1.5 1.5
Input Offset Voltage (mV)
1 1
0.5 0.5
0 0
-0.5 -0.5
-1 -1
1.5 1.5
Input Offset Voltage (mV)
1 1
0.5 0.5
0 0
-0.5 -0.5
-1 -1
2 2
1.5 1.5
Input Offset Voltage (mV)
0.5 0.5
0 0
-0.5 -0.5
-1 -1
-1.5
-1
-2 -1.5
-2.5 -2
-3 -2.5
-3.5 125°C -3
125°C
85°C -3.5 85°C
-4 25°C 25°C
-4
0°C 0°C
-4.5
-40°C -4.5 -40°C
-5 -5
-0.5 0.5 1.5 2.5 3.5 4.5 5.5 6.5 7.5 8.5 9.5 10.5 0 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36
Input Voltage (V) Input Voltage (V)
Figure 7-17. Input Bias Current vs. Input Voltage at 12V Figure 7-18. Input Bias Current vs. Input Voltage at 36V
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10 10
VS = 3V VS = 5V
Output Voltage to GND (V)
100m 100m
125°C 125°C
10m 85°C 10m 85°C
25°C 25°C
0°C 0°C
-40°C -40°C
1m 1m
10P 100P 1m 10m 100m 10P 100P 1m 10m 100m
Output Sinking Current (A) Output Sinking Current (A)
Figure 7-19. Output Low Voltage vs. Output Sinking Current at Figure 7-20. Output Low Voltage vs. Output Sinking Current at
3V 5V
10 10
VS = 12V VS = 36V
Output Voltage to GND (V)
1 1
100m 100m
125°C 125°C
10m 85°C 10m 85°C
25°C 25°C
0°C 0°C
-40°C -40°C
1m 1m
10P 100P 1m 10m 100m 10P 100P 1m 10m 100m
Output Sinking Current (A) Output Sinking Current (A)
Figure 7-21. Output Low Voltage vs. Output Sinking Current at Figure 7-22. Output Low Voltage vs.Output Sinking Current at
12V 36V
100 100
50 Output set high 50 Output set high
Output High Leakage to GND (nA)
VOUT = VS VOUT = VS
20 20
10 10
5 5
2 2
1 1
0.5 0.5
0.2 0.2
0.1 0.1
0.05 0.05
0.02 0.02
0.01 0.01
-40 -25 -10 5 20 35 50 65 80 95 110 125 -40 -25 -10 5 20 35 50 65 80 95 110 125
Temperature (°C) Temperature (°C)
Figure 7-23. Output High Leakage Current vs.Temperature at 5V Figure 7-24. Output High Leakage Current vs. Temperature at
36V
1000 1000
VS = 5V 125°C VS = 5V 125°C
900 900
Propagation Delay, High to Low (ns)
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6 6
VREF = VCC/2 VREF = VCC/2
5 5
4 4
Output Voltage (V)
0 0
-1 -1
-0.1 0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1 1.1 -0.1 0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1 1.1
Time (Ps) Time (Ps)
Figure 7-31. Response Time for Various Overdrives, High-to- Figure 7-32. Response Time for Various Overdrives, Low-to-
Low Transition High Transition
1.8 80
1.6 70
TA = –55°C
TA = –55°C
1.4
TA = 0°C
1.2 TA = 0°C
50
1 TA = 25°C
TA = 70°C
40
0.8 TA = 70°C
TA = 125°C
30
0.6 TA = 125°C
20
0.4
0.2 10
0 0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
VCC – Supply Voltage – V VCC – Supply Voltage – V
Figure 7-33. Supply Current vs Supply Voltage Figure 7-34. Input Bias Current vs Supply Voltage
10 6
5
Overdrive = 5 mV
VO – Saturation Voltage – V
1
VO – Output Voltage – V
4
TA = 125°C
Overdrive = 20 mV
TA = 25°C 3
0.1 Overdrive = 100 mV
TA = –55°C 2
1
0.01
0.001 -1
0.01 0.1 1 10 100 -0.3 0 0.25 0.5 0.75 1 1.25 1.5 1.75 2 2.25
Figure 7-35. Output Saturation Voltage Figure 7-36. Response Time for Various Overdrives
Negative Transition
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Overdrive = 5 mV
VO – Output Voltage – V
4
Overdrive = 20 mV
3
Overdrive = 100 mV
2
-1
-0.3 0 0.25 0.5 0.75 1 1.25 1.5 1.75 2 2.25
t – Time – µs
8 Detailed Description
8.1 Overview
The LMx39 and LM2901x are quad comparators with the ability to operate up to an absolute maximum of 36 V
on the supply pin. This standard device has proven ubiquity and versatility across a wide range of applications.
This is due to very wide supply voltages range (2 V up to 32 V), low Iq, and fast response of the device.
The open-drain output allows the user to configure the output logic low voltage (VOL) and allows the comparator
to be used in AND functionality.
8.2 Functional Block Diagram
VCC
80-µA
Current Regulator
10 µA 60 µA 10 µA 80 µA
COMPONENT COUNT
Epi-FET 1
Diodes 2
IN+ Resistors 2
OUT Transistors 30
IN−
GND
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The following list describes the outcomes of some input voltage situations.
• When both IN– and IN+ are both within the common-mode range:
– If IN– is higher than IN+ and the offset voltage, the output is low and the output transistor is sinking current
– If IN– is lower than IN+ and the offset voltage, the output is high impedance and the output transistor is
not conducting
• When IN– is higher than common mode and IN+ is within common mode, the output is low and the output
transistor is sinking current
• When IN+ is higher than common mode and IN– is within common mode, the output is high impedance and
the output transistor is not conducting
• When IN– and IN+ are both higher than common mode, the output is low and the output transistor is sinking
current
9.2.2.2 Minimum Overdrive Voltage
Overdrive voltage is the differential voltage produced between the positive and negative inputs of the comparator
over the offset voltage (VIO). To make an accurate comparison, the overdrive voltage (VOD) must be higher than
the input offset voltage (VIO). Overdrive voltage can also determine the response time of the comparator, with
the response time decreasing with increasing overdrive. Figure 9-2 and Figure 9-3 show positive and negative
response times with respect to overdrive voltage.
9.2.2.3 Output and Drive Current
Output current is determined by the load and pullup resistance and logic and pullup voltage. The output current
produces a low-level output voltage (VOL) from the comparator, where VOL is proportional to the output current.
The output current can also effect the transient response.
9.2.2.4 Response Time
Response time is a function of input over-drive. See the Section 7.19 graphs for typical response times. The rise
and fall times can be determined by the load capacitance (CL), load/pull-up resistance (RPULLUP) and equivalent
collector-emitter resistance (RCE).
• The rise time (τR) is approximately τR~ RPULLUP × CL
• The fall time (τF) is approximately τF ~ RCE × CL
– RCE can be determined by taking the slope of Figure 7-35 in its linear region at the desired temperature, or
by dividing the VOL by IOUT
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5 5
Output Voltage, Vo(V)
3 3
2 5mV OD 2
5mV OD
1 20mV OD 1
20mV OD
0 0
100mV OD 100mV OD
±1 ±1
-0.25 0.25 0.75 1.25 1.75 2.25 ±0.25 0.00 0.25 0.50 0.75 1.00 1.25 1.50 1.75 2.00
Time (usec) C004 Time (usec) C006
Figure 9-2. Response Time vs Output Voltage Figure 9-3. Response Time vs Output Voltage
(Positive Transition) (Negative Transition)
11 Layout
11.1 Layout Guidelines
To create an accurate comparator application without hysteresis, maintain a stable power supply with minimized
noise and glitches, which can affect the high level input common-mode voltage range. To achieve this accuracy,
add a bypass capacitor between the supply voltage and ground. Place a bypass capacitor on the positive power
supply and negative supply (if available).
Note
If a negative supply is not being used, do not place a capacitor between the GND pin of the device
and system ground.
Bypass 1 14 3OUT
Capacitor
1OUT
0.1 μF 2OUT 2 13 4OUT
Positive Supply VCC 3 12 GND Negative Supply or Ground
1IN+ 7 8 3IN–
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