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Absorption Circuit

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applications limit the input current to 10 mA.

then take over as the source of positive supply voltage. The danger in this case is that the voltage can rise to

levels that exceed the operational amplifier absolute maximum ratings.

Another common question involves what happens to the amplifier if an input signal is applied to the input while

It depends on the supply characteristic while at 0 V, or at a level below the input signal amplitude. If the supplies

appear as high impedance, then the operational amplifier supply current may be supplied by the input source

through the current steering diodes. This state is not a normal bias condition; the amplifier most likely does not

operate normally. If the supplies are low impedance, then the current through the steering diodes can become

quite high. The current level depends on the ability of the input source to deliver current, and any resistance in

the input path.

If there is an uncertainty about the ability of the supply to absorb this current, external Zener diodes may be

added to the supply pins as shown in Figure 43. The Zener voltage must be selected such that the diode does

not turn on during normal operation.

However, the Zener voltage must be low enough so that the Zener diode conducts if the supply pin rises above

the safe operating supply voltage level.

(1)

(2)

(3)

Suggested value is approximately 5 kΩ in overvoltage conditions.

Figure 43. Equivalent Internal ESD Circuitry in a Typical Application Circuit