SN65HVS883: There is no information in the datasheet regarding the correct connection of the thermal pad

John Hatfield

Part Number: SN65HVS883

Tool/software:

Should the thermal pad be connected to field ground, or should it be left floating? There is no information in the datasheet regarding the electrical connection of this pad

23 days ago

0 Clemens Ladisch 23 days ago

Guru 316940 points

Either one is possible, but you probably want to connect it to the ground plane for thermal reasons.

0 Katy West 23 days ago

TI__Intellectual 2875 points

Hi John,

As Clemens has suggested, you should connect the thermal pad to ground. For more details, check out the end of this FAQ addressing what to do with exposed thermal pads!

Best,
Katy

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SN65HVS883: There is no information in the datasheet regarding the correct connection of the thermal pad