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david90
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what would happen if u input a signal into an output pin of a chip?
Potential Risks of Using Output Pins as Input on Chips
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Inputting a signal into an output pin of a chip can lead to significant risks, particularly if the source impedance is low. If the output driver of the chip is not robust enough, this can result in damage to the output driver, potentially causing smoke and failure of the chip. The presence of onboard output capacitors and protection diodes can mitigate some risks, but their voltage, power ratings, and current ratings are critical factors in determining the extent of potential damage.
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berkeman
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Depends. If the output on the chip is strong, and the source impedance of your signal that you're connecting to the output is high (weak source), then it probably won't hurt the output of the chip. But if the source impedance of your signal is low (like a few ohms), and the driver for the chip output is not very beefy, then you will likely blow the output driver on the chip. Maybe even let a little smoke out of the chip...david90 said:
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Nam_Sapper
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the chip could also have output capacitors onboard, or likely, protection diodes across or in series with the output built onto the chip. In this case, the voltage and power rating of the cap, and the current rating of the diodes will determine if they get damaged.
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