12 Layout

12.1 Layout Guidelines

Figure 12-1 shows an example of a PCB layout for a data acquisition system using the REF2030-Q1. Some key

considerations are:

• Decouple other active devices in the system per the device specifications.

• Using a solid ground plane helps distribute heat and reduces electromagnetic interference (EMI) noise

pickup.

• Place the external components as close to the device as possible. This configuration prevents parasitic errors

(such as the Seebeck effect) from occurring.

• Minimize trace length between the reference and bias connections to the INA and ADC to reduce noise

pickup.

• Do not run sensitive analog traces in parallel with digital traces. Avoid crossing digital and analog traces if

possible, and only make perpendicular crossings when absolutely necessary.

12.2 Layout Example

C

C

C

V

REF

V

IN

REF

DIG1

Microcontroller

A/D Input

Via

to GND

Plane

Via to

Input Power

Analog Inputs

V

BIAS

GND

EN

REF1

IN+

VS

NC

REF2

IN-

AIN

C

GND

OUT

C

C

Figure 12-1. Layout Example

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