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.
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Key Specifications:
- Supply Voltage: 4.5 V to 5.5 V DC
- Current Measurement Range: -30 A to +30 A
- Sensitivity: 66 mV/A
- Output Voltage at 0 A: VCC/2 (typically 2.5 V)
- Dimensions: Approximately 31 x 13 x 13.5 mm