The ACS712 is a Hall Effect-based current sensor IC designed to measure AC and DC currents up to 30 amps. It provides a voltage output proportional to the measured current, making it a convenient and efficient solution for various current sensing applications.
Key Features:
- Wide Current Range: Measures AC and DC currents up to 30 amps.
- Hall Effect Technology: Provides a precise and non-invasive measurement.
- Analog Output: Generates a voltage output proportional to the measured current.
- Low Power Consumption: Consumes minimal power, making it suitable for battery-powered applications.
- Compact Size: Small and lightweight for easy integration into various projects.
- Temperature Compensation: Automatically compensates for temperature variations to ensure accurate measurements.
Applications:
- Power Measurement: Measures the power consumption of electrical devices or systems.
- Current Monitoring: Monitors the current flow in electrical circuits.
- Overcurrent Protection: Detects and responds to excessive current levels.
- Battery Management: Monitors battery charging and discharging currents.
- Industrial Automation: Controls and monitors industrial processes.