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MAX9924–MAX9927
Variable Reluctance Sensor Interfaces with
Differential Input and Adaptive Peak Threshold
General Description
Features
The MAX9924–MAX9927 variable reluctance (VR or
magnetic coil) sensor interface devices are ideal for posi-
tion and speed sensing for automotive crankshafts, cam-
shafts, transmission shafts, etc. These devices integrate a
precision amplifier and comparator with selectable adap-
tive peak threshold and zero-crossing circuit blocks that
generate robust output pulses even in the presence of
substantial system noise or extremely weak VR signals.
● Differential Input Stage Provides Enhanced Noise
Immunity
● Precision Amplifier and Comparator Allows
Small-Signal Detection
● User-Enabled Internal Adaptive Peak Threshold or
Flexible External Threshold
● Zero-Crossing Detection Provides Accurate
Phase Information
The MAX9926/MAX9927 are dual versions of the
MAX9924/MAX9925, respectively. The MAX9924/
MAX9926 combine matched resistors with a CMOS input
precision operational amplifier to give high CMRR over a
wide range of input frequencies and temperatures. The
MAX9924/MAX9926 differential amplifiers provide a fixed
gain of 1V/V. The MAX9925/MAX9927 make all three
terminals of the internal operational amplifier available,
allowing greater flexibility for gain. The MAX9926 also
provides a direction output that is useful for quadrature-
connected VR sensors that are used in certain high-
performance engines. These devices interface with both
new-generation differential VR sensors as well as legacy
single-ended VR sensors.
Applications
● Camshaft VRS Interfaces
● Crankshaft VRS Interfaces
● Vehicle Speed VRS Interfaces
Ordering Information
PART
TEMP RANGE
PIN-PACKAGE
MAX9924UAUB+
MAX9924UAUB/V+
MAX9925AUB+
MAX9926UAEE+
MAX9926UAEE/V+
MAX9927AEE+
MAX9927AEE/V+
-40°C to +125°C 10 µMAX
-40°C to +125°C 10 µMAX
-40°C to +125°C 10 µMAX
-40°C to +125°C 16 QSOP
-40°C to +125°C 16 QSOP
-40°C to +125°C 16 QSOP
-40°C to +125°C 16 QSOP
The MAX9924/MAX9925 are available in the 10-pin
®
μMAX package, while the MAX9926/MAX9927 are avail-
able in the 16-pin QSOP package. All devices are specified
over the -40°C to +125°C automotive temperature range.
+Denotes a lead(Pb)-free/RoHS-compliant package.
/V denotes an automotive qualified part.
μMAX is a registered trademark of Maxim Integrated Products, Inc.
Simplified Block Diagram
ENGINE BLOCK
MAX9924
DIFFERENTIAL
AMPLIFIER
VR SENSOR
µC
ADAPTIVE/MINIMUM
AND
ZERO-CROSSING
THRESHOLDS
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
BIAS VOLTAGE
19-4283; Rev 5; 8/18