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VSS

VSS

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A symbol in a circuit diagram that shows the ground or negative power connection
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  • So the VSS pin goes to ground and the VDD pin goes to five volts.

Examples

  • So I'm physically going to put voltage into the chip on the VDD and the VSS pins from my bench power supply.

  • In the circuit diagram, the VSS symbol indicates the ground connection.

  • Now VDD is the power and VSS is the ground so I'm really worried why it's shortened between them.

  • When designing a PCB, remember to connect the VSS to the negative terminal of the voltage source.

  • For proper operation, ensure that the VSS pin is correctly connected to the ground.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

VSS is a label made from V for 'voltage' and SS for 'supply' or 'source', and it marks the 'ground' or negative power line on electronic diagrams. So, VSS shows the common ground connection in a circuit.