[SOLVED] varying 5V to 3.3V logic level conversion

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Hello,

I have a level converter which converts 5V to 3.3V using resistor divider.
But I need a precise 3.3V from 5V system, where the 5V supply may vary from 4.7V to 5.2V. I dont have any 3.3V supply (i had used TI's TXB series for 5V to 3.3V for another design). I tried with zener diode, but there was no accuracy.
Could somebody share any ideas please.
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You can use one of many available voltage regulator ICs. Try Mouse or Jameco or Digi-key for model numbers.
Zeners can be used but they are worse regulators than such ICs.
On the other hand, logic 5V and 3.3 V levels offer a window within which the systems work, so no tight regulation is often necessary.
Where your DC source generates lower than required voltage (like 4.7 V in a 5V system), you may need a DC/DC converter to get >5 V, then regulate.

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In uncertain situations I would use comparators to get the nominal logic output from lower input. No regulated DC is needed for a comparator.
 

Hi,
In uncertain situations I would use comparators to get the nominal logic output from lower input. No regulated DC is needed for a comparator.
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addditionally: to _generate_ precise output levels you may consider using analog swithces/multiplexers.


Klaus
 

Thanks for the Ideas,
jiripolivka said:
You can use one of many available voltage regulator ICs. Try Mouse or Jameco or Digi-key for model numbers.
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But can I use these voltage regulator ICs for high speed switching such as 2400bps or higher speed communication?


In uncertain situations I would use comparators to get the nominal logic output from lower input. No regulated DC is needed for a comparator.[/QUOTE said:
Since I dont have 3.3V supply, i will need to add another resistor divider at the output of comparator to make 3.3V from 5V, right?
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Since I dont have 3.3V supply,
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The usual way is to use the suggested voltage regulators as power supply. Then you have a 3.3V supply.
You should not switch the voltage regulators, but supply comparators/switches or other circuits with the regulators output.

And then 2400bps is not high speed.

Klaus
 

KlausST said:
Hi,


The usual way is to use the suggested voltage regulators as power supply. Then you have a 3.3V supply.


Klaus
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Thanks. But I am trying to have as little parts as possible to make my design compact and small. That is why I am looking for a solution without adding another regulator.
 

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You can have a voltage regulator in SOT23, which is about the size of two 0805 resistors.
or even smaller: LP2985 in BGA is about 1.11 x 0.93 mm

You need a precise 3.3V. With voltage divider it is not possible because 5V is not that precise.
Even a zener is not that precise (although it needs about the same area than the small LDO).


For an LDO:
Usually you need an extra cap. But overall i think this is the better, precise and reliable solution.

Klaus
 
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Hi,


For an LDO:
Usually you need an extra cap. But overall i think this is the better, precise and reliable solution.

Klaus
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Thanks Klaus. I need to purchase small package 3.3V LDO and also planning to translate 5V(not precise) to 3.3V with SN74LV1T34.
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Hi,

SN74LV1T34 seems to be a very specific device.

Any 74AHC1Gxx od 74LVC1Gxx will do. They are able to work with 3V3 supply while 5V input tolerant.
xx is for a lot of devices: AND, OR, BUFFER....



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