MA734
8-Bit to 12.5-Bit, 3µs Low-Latency
Contactless Angle Sensor
DESCRIPTION
FEATURES
The MA734 is a MagAlpha digital angle sensor
that detects the absolute angular position of a
permanent magnet, typically a diametrically
magnetized cylinder on a rotating shaft. Fast
data acquisition and processing provide
accurate angle measurements from static angle
measurement to high-speed rotation. The digital
filtering is adjustable to optimize control loop
performance when used in servo motor
applications.
Programmable 8-Bit to 12.5-Bit Resolution
Absolute Angle Encoder
3µs of Latency at Constant Rotation Speed
SPI Serial Interface for Digital Angle
Readout and Chip Configuration
Programmable Magnetic Field Strength
Detection for Diagnostic Checks
NVM Read/Write Command Extends
Memory Life
3.3V, 11mA Supply Current
-40°C to +125°C Operating Temperature
0rpm to 60,000rpm Rotation
Interrupt Out when Angle Change Is
Detected
This sensor supports a wide range of magnetic
field strengths and spatial configurations. Both
end-of-shaft and side-shaft (off-axis mounting)
configurations are supported.
Available in a QFN-16 (3mmx3mm)
Package
The MA734 detects the strength of the magnetic
field, and includes configurable thresholds that
can be used for push-button human-machine
interface (HMI) applications or for diagnostic
purposes. An on-chip, non-volatile memory
(NVM) provides storage for configuration
parameters, such as the reference zero-angle
and magnetic field detection thresholds. It is also
possible to program the MA734 with volatile
registers without accessing the NVM.
APPLICATIONS
General-Purpose Angle Measurement
High-Resolution Angle Encoders
Automotive Position Sensing
Robotics
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The MA734 is available in
(3mmx3mm) package.
a
QFN-16
TYPICAL APPLICATION
3.3V
1µF
VDD
Controller
MISO
SPI
Interface
Master
MOSI
SCLK
/CS
MA734
Target Magnet
IRQ
GND
MA734 Rev. 1.0
5/27/2021
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