MAX4378TASD-T

Product Overview

Category

The MAX4378TASD-T belongs to the category of integrated circuits (ICs).

Use

This product is primarily used for current sensing and monitoring applications.

Characteristics

• High accuracy
• Low offset voltage
• Wide input voltage range
• Low quiescent current

Package

The MAX4378TASD-T is available in a small surface-mount package, such as SOIC or TDFN.

Essence

The essence of the MAX4378TASD-T lies in its ability to accurately measure and monitor current in various electronic systems.

Packaging/Quantity

The product is typically packaged in reels or tubes, with a quantity of 2500 units per reel/tube.

Specifications

• Supply Voltage: 2.7V to 5.5V
• Input Common Mode Voltage Range: -0.1V to +65V
• Quiescent Current: 60µA (typical)
• Offset Voltage: ±150µV (maximum)
• Gain Error: ±0.3% (maximum)

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MAX4378TASD-T has the following pin configuration:

1. VCC: Power supply input
2. GND: Ground reference
3. IN+: Positive current sense input
4. IN-: Negative current sense input
5. OUT: Output voltage proportional to the sensed current

Functional Features

• High accuracy current sensing
• Wide input voltage range allows for versatile applications
• Low offset voltage ensures precise measurements
• Low quiescent current minimizes power consumption

Advantages

• Accurate and reliable current sensing
• Wide operating voltage range for flexibility
• Low power consumption
• Small form factor for space-constrained designs

Disadvantages

• Limited output voltage swing
• Requires external components for amplification in some applications

Working Principles

The MAX4378TASD-T utilizes a precision current-sense amplifier to measure the voltage drop across a shunt resistor. This voltage is then amplified and converted into a proportional output voltage, which can be further processed or monitored.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX4378TASD-T finds applications in various fields, including:

1. Power management systems
2. Battery monitoring and protection circuits
3. Motor control systems
4. Current monitoring in industrial equipment
5. Overcurrent detection in automotive applications

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. INA219: Similar functionality with higher accuracy and integrated ADC.
2. ACS712: Hall-effect based current sensor with different package options.
3. LT6105: Precision current sense amplifier with adjustable gain.

These alternative models offer similar features and can be considered depending on specific application requirements.

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