Advanced Differential
ZSC31050
Sensor Signal Conditioner
Datasheet
Description
Features
ZSC31050 is a CMOS integrated circuit for highly accurate amp-
lification and sensor-specific correction of bridge sensor and
temperature sensor signals. The device provides digital com-
pensation of sensor offset, sensitivity, temperature drift, and non-
linearity via a 16-bit RISC microcontroller running a polynomial
correction algorithm.
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Digital compensation of sensor offset, sensitivity, temperature
drift, and nonlinearity
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Accommodates nearly all resistive bridge sensor types (signal
spans from 1mV/V up to 275mV/V)
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Digital one-pass calibration: quick and precise
Selectable compensation temperature source: bridge,
thermistor, or internal or external diode
The ZSC31050 accommodates virtually any bridge sensor type
(e.g., piezo-resistive, ceramic thick-film, or steel membrane based).
In addition, it can interface to a separate temperature sensor. The
bi-directional digital interfaces (I2C, SPI, and ZACwire™) can be
used for a simple PC-controlled one-pass calibration procedure to
program a set of calibration coefficients into an on-chip EEPROM.
A specific sensor and a ZSC31050 can be mated digitally: fast,
precise, and without the cost overhead associated with trimming by
external devices or laser. The ZACwire™ interface enables an end-
of-line calibration of the sensor module.
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Output options: voltage (0 to 5V), current (4 to 20mA), PWM,
I2C, SPI, ZACwire™ (one-wire interface), alarm
Adjustable output resolution (up to 15 bits) versus sampling
rate (up to 3.9kHz)
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Current consumption: 2.5mA (typical)
Selectable bridge excitation: ratiometric voltage, constant
voltage, or constant current
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Input channel for separate temperature sensor
Typical applications for the ZSC31050 include industrial, medical,
and consumer products. It is specifically engineered for most
resistive bridge sensors; e.g., sensors for measuring pressure,
force, torque, acceleration, angle, position, and revolution.
Sensor connection and common mode check (sensor aging
detection)
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AEC-Q100 qualification (temperature grade 0)
Physical Characteristics
Benefits
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Operation temperature -40°C to +125°C (-40°C to +150°C
de-rated, depending on product version)
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No external trimming components required
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PC-controlled configuration and calibration via digital bus
Supply voltage: 2.7V to 5.5V;
with external JFET: 5V to 48 V
interface – simple, low cost
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High accuracy (±0.1% FSO @ –25 to 85°C;
±0.25% FSO @ –40 to 125°C) *
Available in 16-SSOP package or as die
Basic Circuit Diagram
Available Support
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Evaluation kit available
VCC
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Support for industrial mass calibration available
Sensor
Module
Quick circuit customization possible for large production
volumes
ZSC31050
GND
* Digital output signal.
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January 14, 2022