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Hi
I have a query need your help.
For the BQ40Z50-R1, The typical applications show 300Ω resistors(100Ω+200Ω)in string on SMBC and SMBD. However, for some reason, we use 1KΩ resistor as SMBUS communication external pull-up resistor.
For the 300Ω resistor and 1kΩ external pull-up resistor.,while the BQ40Z50-R1 output data and pulldowm the data line(SMBD),the voltage of SMBD(J2) is close to 1V(.Measurement and analysis judge that there is resistance
inside BQ40Z50-R1). Change R26 and R27 from 200/100 Ω to 10 Ω,the voltage of SMBD(J2) is about 340mV.
Based on these, My question is whether the series resistance on SMBUS can be reduced, for example, R26/R27 can be changed to 10Ω or 0 Ω.? If not, what is the reason for this design—— add series resistance of 100/200.Ω.
Waiting for your reply.
Thanks
Star
Hey Star,
The series resistors are there to limit current and for ESD protection. These values are what we recommend. However, these resistor values can be lowered based on the SMBus specifications for version 1.1. I am not sure of the lowest resistance value these can be set to as some testing would have to be done.
Regards,
Nick Richards
Hi Nick
Could you share the SMBus specifications for version 1.1 ?
Best regards
Zhuocheng
Hi Zhuocheng,
Here's the website to get the specifications for version 1.1: http://smbus.org/specs/
Regards,
Nick Richards