ROHM BD37A19FVM Voltage Detector IC Technical Note

BD37A19FVM/BD37A41FVM/BD87A28FVM/BD87A29FVM/BD87A34FVM/BD87A41FVM/BD99A41F is a watchdog timer reset IC. It delivers a high precision detection voltage of ±1.5% and a super-low current consumption of 5 µA (Typ.). It can be used in a wide range of electronic devices to monitor power supply voltages and in system operation to prevent runaway operation.


ROHM BD37A19FVM Voltage Detector IC Technical Note - cover page
Brand
ROHM
Category
Other device
Document type
Application Note
Language
English
Pages
9
File format
PDF
File size
1.4 MB
Published
02 May, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
54D92FA628B4D08E12ABF7C0F006A4D8

About this manual

The document provides an overview of the BD37A19FVM voltage detector IC, highlighting its high‑precision detection voltage (+1.5%/+2.5%), super‑low 5 pA typical supply current, built‑in watchdog timer, and N‑channel open‑drain output. Package options include MSOP8 and SOP8, and the reset delay can be adjusted via external capacitance on the CT pin.

The IC is intended for automotive body‑control applications and can be used with any microcontroller‑based system that requires voltage monitoring and watchdog functionality. The note includes electrical characteristics, pin assignments, timing diagrams, external setting recommendations, and ordering information.

What's inside

  • Description
  • Features
  • Applications
  • Electrical Characteristics
  • Pin Assignments
  • Timing Chart
  • External Settings
  • Operation Notes
  • Ordering Information
  • Appendix

Specifications

Detection voltage tolerance+1.5% / +2.5%
Supply voltage range-0.3 V to 10 V (VDD)
Typical supply current5 pA
Output circuitN‑channel open drain

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical supply current of the BD37A19FVM?

The typical supply current is 5 pA.

How can the reset delay time be adjusted?

The reset delay time can be set with the CT pin's external capacitance.

What is the recommended supply voltage range for the watchdog timer function?

The watchdog timer operates with VDD between 2.5 V and 10 V.

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