[SI-LIST] Re: Why is shield grounding necessary for Inpair Skew (Intra pair skew)?

  • From: steve weir <weirsi@xxxxxxxxxx>
  • To: si-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
  • Date: Thu, 01 Aug 2013 20:57:01 -0700

In two words:  unequal capacitance.

Steve.
On 8/1/2013 6:25 PM, Jus wrote:
> Hi, I am interested in in-pair skew. Hoping another expert could help! :) 
> Does anyone know why grounding a differential pair shield (ex. twinaxial or 
> twisted pair foil) is needed to generate high within-pair-skew (intra-pair 
> skew)? For instance, with the pair's shield grounded the in-pair skew value 
> may be 10 ps/ft, while it is only 2 ps/ft with shield ungrounded (shield left 
> floating). Why does grounding the shield dramatically increase In-Pair Skew? 
> Are there any cases where a differential pair's overall shield or individual 
> shield should be left ungrounded when measuring in-pair skew? I think I know 
> the answer, hoping for confirmation. Any assistance much appreciated!:)
>
> Jus
>
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