neg ldo problems

I'm guessing I'm missing the obvious here. I'm trying to build a discrete negative LDO using a NFET for the pass element. I'm basing it on the internal structure of the UCC284-5 seen here.

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I've tried inverting the output of the opamp with a BJT but its not regulating. The positive input to the opamp is tied to V4 which is a -

2.5V reference, feedback is negative. The opamp is supplied with

-18Vdc and +5Vdc. My pass element needs to regulate down to 500mV in/out differential.

Feeble attempt at a negative LDO schematic:

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Hammy
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Nevermind I got it to work.

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output load step

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Still needs some work but I at least have something to work with now.

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Hammy

Much cleaner: grounded reference, grounded ground!

John

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John Larkin

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