Texas Instruments

LM321MFX  

OP Amps, Buffer Amps ICs

The LM321MFX is a low-power, precision voltage reference integrated circuit (IC) manufactured by Texas Instruments. It is designed to provide a stable and accurate reference voltage in various electronic circuits, making it an essential component for a wide range of applications.

Description:

The LM321MFX is a member of the LM3xx family of voltage reference ICs, which are known for their low power consumption, high accuracy, and excellent temperature stability. The LM321MFX features a fixed output voltage of 2.495V, which is suitable for a variety of applications requiring a stable reference voltage.

Features:

1. Low Power Consumption: The LM321MFX operates with a typical supply current of only 60µA, making it ideal for battery-powered applications where power efficiency is crucial.
2. High Accuracy: The voltage reference is precise, with an initial accuracy of ±1% and a temperature coefficient of ±10ppm/°C, ensuring a stable output voltage over a wide temperature range.
3. Low Temperature Coefficient: The LM321MFX exhibits excellent temperature stability, with a low temperature coefficient that minimizes the impact of temperature variations on the output voltage.
4. Wide Operating Temperature Range: The IC can operate over a temperature range of -40°C to +125°C, making it suitable for use in harsh environments.
5. Compact Package: The LM321MFX is available in a small SOT-23 package, which saves space on the printed circuit board (PCB) and facilitates easy integration into various electronic devices.

Applications:

1. Battery-powered devices: Due to its low power consumption, the LM321MFX is ideal for use in battery-powered applications, such as portable electronics, wireless communication devices, and IoT devices.
2. Data acquisition systems: The LM321MFX can be used in data acquisition systems to provide a stable reference voltage for accurate signal conditioning and analog-to-digital conversion.
3. Amplifier circuits: The stable reference voltage provided by the LM321MFX can be used in precision amplifier circuits to maintain consistent gain and linearity over temperature variations.
4. Voltage monitoring: The LM321MFX can be used to monitor and maintain a stable voltage level in power supply circuits, ensuring reliable operation of sensitive electronic components.
5. Sensor circuits: In sensor applications, such as temperature, pressure, or humidity sensing, the LM321MFX can provide a stable reference voltage for accurate sensor readings and improved measurement accuracy.

In summary, the LM321MFX is a low-power, precision voltage reference IC that offers high accuracy, excellent temperature stability, and a compact form factor. It is suitable for a wide range of applications, including battery-powered devices, data acquisition systems, amplifier circuits, voltage monitoring, and sensor circuits.

LM321MFX Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for LM321MFX

PCN Assembly/Origin :

Assembly Material 13/Jul/2023      

Datasheets :

LM321 Datasheet      

PCN Obsolescence/ EOL :

EOL 16/Oct/2023      

HTML Datasheet :

LM321 Datasheet