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FACT Descriptions and Family Characteristics

2.4 Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Sensitivity

FACT circuits show excellent resistance to ESD-type damage. These logic devices are classified as

category ‘B’ of MIL-STD-883C, test method 3015, and withstand 4000 V typically. FACT logic is

guaranteed to have 2000 V ESD immunity on all inputs and outputs. FACT parts do not require any

special handling procedures. However, normal handling precautions should be observed as in the case of

any semiconductor device.

Figure 16 shows the ESD test circuit used in the sensitivity analysis for this specification. Figure 17 is the

pulse waveform required to perform the sensitivity test.

The test procedure is as follows: five pulses, each of 2000 V, are applied to every combination of pins with

a five second cool-down period between each pulse. The polarity is then reversed and the same procedure,

pulse and pin combination used for an additional five discharges. Continue until all pins have been tested.

If none of the devices from the sample population fails the DC and AC test characteristics, the device shall

be classified as category B of MIL-STD-883C, TM-3015. For further specifications of TM-3015, refer to

the relevant standard. The voltage is increased and the testing procedure is again performed; this entire

process is repeated until all pins fail. This is done to thoroughly evaluate all pins.

Regulated

High Voltage

Supply

Voltmeter

DUT

Waveform

Terminals

R1 = 800kΩ (min)

Ω (max)

R2 = 1500Ω

Charge

Discharge

High Voltage

Relay

R3 = 1500Ω

Calibrate

Test

C1 = 100pF

Figure 16 ESD Test Circuit

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