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12 Layout

12.1 Layout Guidelines

Figure 22 illustrates an example of a PCB layout for a data acquisition system using the REF34xx-EP. Some key

considerations are:

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

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

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

(such as the Seebeck effect) from occurring.

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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

Figure 22. Layout Example