LM4050AIX3-4.1

Voltage Reference Overview

The LM4050AIX3-4.1 is a precision micropower shunt voltage reference manufactured by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated. It provides a fixed output voltage of 4.096 V with an initial accuracy of 0.1%. The device features a temperature coefficient of 50 ppm/°C and supports a maximum shunt current of 15 mA. It operates within a temperature range of -40°C to +125°C and is housed in a SC-70-3 surface-mount package.

Voltage Reference Feature Summary

• Provides stable reference voltage with high initial accuracy
• Designed for low power consumption applications
• Capable of operating across extended industrial temperature ranges

Voltage Reference Applications

• Portable instrumentation requiring precise voltage references
• Battery-powered measurement systems
• Data acquisition circuits

Voltage Reference Procurement Notes

Verify the manufacturer designation, as this part number may be associated with Maxim Integrated or Analog Devices depending on the supply chain history. Confirm the specific suffix indicates the correct voltage and package variant. Ensure compliance with RoHS standards if required by the target application environment.

Voltage Reference Selection Notes

Select this component when a compact surface-mount solution is needed for high-precision analog circuits. The SC-70-3 package offers space efficiency. Consider the 50 ppm/°C temperature coefficient for thermal stability requirements. Verify that the 15 mA shunt current capability meets the load demands of the reference circuit design.

Voltage Reference Part Context

This component belongs to the LM4050 series of micropower shunt voltage references. The series is characterized by its ability to provide multiple reverse breakdown voltages in small packages. It serves as a critical reference element in mixed-signal systems where noise and drift must be minimized.

Voltage Reference Replacement Considerations

LM4050CEX3-4.1+ is a documented equivalent from Maxim Integrated.