MCS1801
5V, Linear Hall-Effect Current Sensor
with ±3% Accuracy Over Temperature
DESCRIPTION
FEATURES
The MCS1801 is a linear Hall-effect current
sensor for AC or DC current sensing. The Hall
array is differential, which cancels out any stray
magnetic field.
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5V Single Supply
Immune to External Magnetic Fields by
Differential Sensing
200VRMS Working Voltage for Basic Isolation
-40°C to +125°C Operating Temperature
1.2mΩ Internal Conductor Resistance
±12.5A and ±25A Range
Adjustable Bandwidth Up to 100kHz
4μs Output Rising Time
Ratiometric Output from Supply Voltage
Output Proportional to AC or DC Currents
Factory-Trimmed for Accuracy
No Magnetic Hysteresis
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A primary conductor with a low resistance allows
current to flow close to the IC, which contains
high-accuracy Hall-effect sensors. This current
generates a magnetic field that is sensed at two
different points by the integrated Hall-effect
transducers. The magnetic field difference
between these two points is then converted into
a voltage that is proportional to the applied
current. A spinning current technique is used for
a low and stable offset.
Available in an SOIC-8 Package
The galvanic isolation between the pins of the
primary conductive path and the sensor leads
allows the MCS1801 to replace opto-isolators or
other isolation devices.
The MCS1801 requires a minimal number of
readily available, standard external components.
The device’s small footprint saves board area
and makes it well-suited for space-constrained
applications. The MCS1801 is available in an
SOIC-8 package.
APPLICATIONS
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Motor Controls
Automotive Systems
Load Detection and Management
Switch-Mode Power Supplies
Over-Current Fault Protection
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TYPICAL APPLICATION
MCS1801
5V
8
VCC
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2
IP+
IP+
VOUT
7
CBYP
VOUT
IP
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4
6
5
IP-
IP-
FILT
GND
CF
Note:
1) VOUT is proportional to IP within the specified range. The noise vs. bandwidth tradeoff can be adjusted by connecting a capacitor (CF) between
FILT and GND.
MCS1801 Rev. 1.1
8/19/2022
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