Precision 2.5V reference for the analog rail
The Maxim Integrated MAX873AESA+ is a series voltage reference that delivers a fixed 2.5 V output with a tight initial tolerance of ±0.06% and a low temperature coefficient of 7 ppm/°C. It operates from a 4.5 V to 18 V input supply, drawing 600 µA quiescent current while sourcing up to 10 mA to the load. The reference is housed in an 8-SOIC surface-mount package and rated for the industrial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C. This combination of precision, low drift, and moderate output drive makes it a natural fit for ADC references, precision regulators, and industrial sensor signal chains where the 2.5 V rail sets the system accuracy floor.
Package and handling
The 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90 mm width) package is a standard footprint shared by countless op-amps and references. The supplier device package is listed as 8-SOIC. The part ships in Tube form per the listing.
Lifecycle and compliance
The MAX873AESA+ carries an Active product status, so there is no last-time-buy pressure for current designs. It is ROHS3 compliant.
