The following data-driven summary highlights the precision metrics that matter most to analog designers: number of resistors, package type, typical tolerance, channel-to-channel matching, temperature coefficient, ratio drift, and operating temperature range. These metrics determine gain error, offset drift, and long-term stability in precision instrumentation and ADC front-ends. This introduction sets expectations for interpreting a datasheet and planning verification and integration steps using clear electrical and mechanical criteria.
Key terms used in this article include datasheet and precision specs, with focused coverage on resistor network characteristics, thin-film resistor behavior, and resistor array considerations relevant to precision analog designs in the US market.
The table below presents a compact specification snapshot to use as a hero reference when evaluating the part for board-level designs. Confirm exact test conditions in the official datasheet before design-in.
| Parameter | Value (typ / max) |
|---|---|
| Part type | Precision thin-film resistor network |
| Number of resistors | 4 elements |
| Nominal resistances | 10 kΩ, 100 kΩ options |
| Tolerance | ±0.1% typ / ±0.5% max |
| Channel-to-channel matching | ±0.02% typ / ±0.05% max |
| Ratio drift | ≤ 2 ppm/°C typ |
| Temperature coefficient (TCR) | 5 ppm/°C typ |
| Package | 8-pin SMD, gull-wing |
| Operating temp range | -55°C to +125°C |
| Power rating per element | 125 mW at 70°C derated |
Resistor networks like this target precision instrumentation, sensor front-ends, ADC input networks, and bridge circuits. Tight resistor matching reduces differential gain error, low TCR limits temperature-induced offset, and small ratio drift preserves calibration over environmental swings. Use cases include low-noise instrumentation amplifiers, high-resolution ADC inputs, and low-drift Wheatstone bridges where cumulative mismatch drives measurement error.
Nominal resistance options are typically offered in standard E24/E96 values; tolerance and channel matching are separate specs. Typical tolerance may be ±0.1% with worst-case ±0.5%. Channel-to-channel matching of ±0.02% typical (±0.05% max) governs differential error. Test conditions are usually 25°C and a specified measurement current—confirm these before acceptance testing.
Example calculation: a differential amplifier with resistor pair matched at ±0.05% yields a gain error ≈ 0.0005 (0.05%). For a nominal gain of 100, that mismatch causes ~0.05 gain error, directly impacting LSB accuracy on a 24-bit ADC. Design margin should allocate additional budget for tolerance, drift, and measurement uncertainty.
TCR given in ppm/°C converts to relative resistance change: ΔR/R = TCR × ΔT. For 5 ppm/°C over a 100°C swing, change is 500 ppm (0.05%). Ratio drift often specified separately (e.g., 2 ppm/°C) and is the critical figure for matched elements. Long-term drift may be stated in ppm/year—plan for worst-case cumulative change over product lifetime and include calibration intervals if needed.
| Spec | ΔR/R over -55°C→125°C |
|---|---|
| TCR 5 ppm/°C | ~0.4% (4000 ppm) |
| Ratio drift 2 ppm/°C | ~0.16% (1600 ppm) |
Package is an 8-pin SMD with standard gull-wing leads. Confirm exact outline dimension block for pad land pattern. Recommended PCB footprint uses solder fillets sized to manufacturer-recommended land pads; maintain equal trace lengths for matched resistors and provide thermal symmetry. Keepout zones under the package reduce thermal conduction differences between elements.
Per-element power rating commonly 125 mW at 70°C, derated to zero at maximum temperature. Use a linear derating curve: full power at 70°C, 50% at 100°C, zero at 175°C as a conservative example. Thermal resistance and ambient mounting affect self‑heating; rule of thumb: limit continuous dissipation to 50% of rated power for high-precision circuits to avoid thermally induced matching shifts.
“Typical” indicates median or common performance; “maximum” is guaranteed under specified test conditions. Always check the test temperature, applied current, and measurement method. Red flags include unspecified test conditions, ambiguous units, or missing ratio-drift spec. Checklist: note test temp, measurement current, sample size, and qualification method before design-in.
Verification equipment: precision DMM (0.1 ppm resolution desirable), stable current source, temperature chamber or hotplate. Steps: measure tolerance at 25°C, measure channel-to-channel matching under identical excitation, run temperature sweep to derive TCR and ratio drift, and record long-term stability if possible. Suggested sample size: 10 units per lot with statistical checks (mean, sigma). Pass/fail thresholds should be set tighter than datasheet max to allow margin for system error.
Hypothetical results: measured tolerance mean ±0.09% (spec ±0.1%), matching mean ±0.018% with 3σ = 0.04% (spec max ±0.05%). A histogram of channel-to-channel variation and resistance-vs-temperature plots expose outliers and slope. Replicate graphs: histogram of ΔR/R, resistance vs temperature line fits, and a derating curve overlay to visualize safe operating regions.
Scenario A: high-resolution ADC front-end—prioritize matching and low ratio drift to limit gain error; choose networks with ≤0.02% matching. Scenario B: Wheatstone bridge—matching dominates offset; prefer networks with low ratio drift and thermal symmetry. Quantify impact by converting ppm drift into equivalent voltage offset at expected bridge excitation.
Before ordering: confirm exact resistance option, tolerance and matching specs, package and pinout, operating temperature range, per-element power rating, and availability/supply considerations. Order samples across production lots to evaluate lot-to-lot variation; request characterization data from the vendor if available. Verify part marking and MOQ to align with QA sampling plans.
Layout tips: route matched traces symmetrically and keep lengths equal; avoid routing high-power traces adjacent to resistor arrays; place thermally active components away from the network. For SMD parts, follow recommended reflow profiles and post-reflow cleaning that avoids flux residue under packages. Include test pads for in-circuit trimming or calibration and reserve space for shunt resistors if needed for calibration.
Final note: consult the TDP16035002AUF datasheet — precision specs as the authoritative source for guaranteed limits and test conditions when finalizing component selection and validation plans.
Channel-to-channel matching directly determines differential gain error in ADC front-ends. A ±0.05% matching limit can introduce proportional gain error; lower matching (±0.02% or better) reduces this source of error. Designers should budget matching error into total system error and consider calibration if necessary.
Verify tolerance at 25°C with a stable current source and precision DMM. For TCR, perform a controlled temperature sweep (e.g., -55°C to +125°C) in a chamber and record resistance at multiple points to fit ppm/°C. Ensure measurement uncertainty is smaller than the spec you intend to verify.
Prioritize matching when differential accuracy or ratio stability drives system performance—examples include instrumentation amplifiers and bridge sensors. If the application is single-ended or can be recalibrated frequently, nominal tolerance may be sufficient; otherwise, choose networks with tighter matching and lower ratio drift.