MAX471 VOLTAGE CURRENT SENSOR

The MAX471 is a high-precision voltage and current sensor that allows for accurate monitoring of both voltage and current in various electronic circuits. Designed to measure current through a resistive shunt, it outputs an analog voltage proportional to the measured current, making it suitable for battery monitoring, power management, and other current-sensing applications.

Key Features of MAX471 Voltage Current Sensor:

• • High Accuracy: Provides precise voltage and current measurements, ideal for detailed power management.
  • Compact Package: Small and efficient form factor for easy integration into various designs.
  • Current Measurement Range: Capable of measuring high currents up to 3A with external shunt resistors.
  • Low Dropout Voltage: Designed to work with minimal voltage drop across the sensing element.
  • Analog Output: Simple analog voltage output proportional to the current for easy interfacing with ADCs and microcontrollers.

Technical Specifications of MAX471 Voltage Current Sensor:

• • Input Voltage Range: 3V to 36V
  • Current Measurement Range: 0A to 3A
  • Output Voltage: 0V to V_CC proportional to current
  • Gain: 1V/A (output voltage is 1V for each ampere of current)
  • Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
  • Package: 8-pin SOIC or DIP

Schematic Diagram, Connection, Wiring, and Pinout of MAX471 Voltage Current Sensor:

• Schematic Diagram: Connect the MAX471 to measure current by placing it in series with the load. The sensor provides an analog voltage output proportional to the measured current.
• Connection:
  • V_CC: Connect to the power supply (3V – 36V).
  • GND: Connect to the ground of the circuit.
  • OUT: Analog voltage output proportional to the current, connected to the ADC input of a microcontroller.
• Pinout:
  • Pin 1: V_CC (Power Supply)
  • Pin 2: GND
  • Pin 3: OUT (Analog Voltage Output)
  • Other Pins: Connect in accordance with the circuit requirements

Applications of MAX471 Voltage Current Sensor:

• • Battery Monitoring: Used in power management systems to monitor battery health and current consumption.
  • Power Supplies: Suitable for tracking current flow in regulated power supplies.
  • Solar Power Systems: Measures current generated and used in solar energy setups.
  • Industrial Automation: Applied in systems requiring accurate current measurement and control.

Equivalent Models of MAX471 Voltage Current Sensor:

• • ACS712: A similar current sensor with different measurement ranges and features.
  • INA219: An alternative voltage/current sensor with I2C interface.

DataSheet:

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Keywords for MAX471 Voltage Current Sensor:

• • Voltage Sensor
  • Current Sensor
  • Power Monitoring
  • MAX471
  • Analog Output

Package Includes:

• • 1 x MAX471 Voltage Current Sensor