SILABS SI850X

Si85xx
Si85 X X U N I D I R E C T I O N A L AC C U R R E N T S E N S O R S
Features
„
VDD2
R1
IIN
R2
GND2
Si850x
GND3
OUT
IOUT
NC
MODE
Applications
„
„
Power supplies
„ Motor controls
Lighting equipment
„ Industrial equipment
1
R1
Description
VDD1
12-Pin QFN
1
„
Pin Assignments:
See page 20
TRST
„
FAULT output helps safeguard
operation
1,000 VDC isolation
Accurate to ±5% of measurement
Large 2 VPP output pins signal at
full scale
High-side or low-side current
sensing
–40 to 125 ºC operating range
(Si85x4/5/6)
Small 4 x 4 x 1 mm package
Low cost
GND1
„
Single-chip ac current
„
sensor/conditioner
Low loss: Less than 1.3 mΩ
„
primary series resistance;
„
less than 2 nH primary
„
inductance at 25 ºC
Leading-edge noise suppression
„
eliminates need for leading-edge
blanking
„
"Ping-Pong" output version
allows one Si85xx to replace two
current transformers in full-bridge „
„
applications
5, 10, and 20 A full-scale versions
VDD
„
IIN
R2
R3
Si851x
R4
OUT1
IOUT
GND
OUT2
TRST/FAULT
The Si85xx products are unidirectional ac current sensors available in fullscale ranges of 5, 10, and 20 A. Si85xx products are ideal upgrades for
older current-sensing technologies offering size, performance and cost
advantages over current transformers, Hall effect devices, DCR circuits
and other approaches. The Si85xx are extremely low loss, adding less
than 1.3 mΩ of series resistance and less than 2 nH series inductance in
the sensing path at 25 ºC. Current-sensing terminals are isolated from the
other package pins to a maximum voltage of 1,000 VDC.
Functional Block Diagram
Patents pending
R1
IIN
R2
R3
R4
Si851x
RESET LOGIC
MODE LOGIC
VDD
VIN
MODE
VDD1
TRST
IIN
R2
GND1
Si850x
OUT
OUT1
METAL SLUG
INTEGRATOR
SIGNAL CONDITIONING
R1
OUT2
PH1
IOUT
GND2
Q1
L
VOUT
C
PH2
TEMP
SENSOR
Q2
AUTO CALIBRATION
LOGIC
ADC
Typical Application
IOUT
GND
VDD
Preliminary Rev. 0.1 7/07
TRST/FAULT
Copyright © 2007 by Silicon Laboratories
Si85xx
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Si85xx
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Preliminary Rev. 0.1
Si85xx
TA B L E O F C O N T E N TS
Section
Page
1. Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
2. Functional Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
2.1. Under Voltage Lockout (UVLO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2.2. Device Start-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2.3. Integrator Reset and Current Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2.4. Effect of Operating Frequency on Output Accuracy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
2.5. Effect of Temperature on Accuracy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
2.6. Leading Edge Noise Suppression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
2.7. FAULT Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3. Application Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.1. Board Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
3.2. Device Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
3.3. Single-Phase Buck Converter Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.4. Full-Bridge Converter Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.5. Push-Pull Converter Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
4. Pin Descriptions—Si85xx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5. Ordering Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6. Package Outline—12-Pin QFN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
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1. Electrical Specifications
Table 1. Electrical Specifications
TA = –40 to +85 ºC (typical specified at 25 ºC), VDD = 2.7 to 5.5 V
Parameter
Conditions
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
2.7
—
5.5
V
—
4
7
mA
Undervoltage Lockout (VUVLO)
2.1
2.3
2.5
V
Undervoltage Lockout Hysteresis
(VHYST)
—
100
—
mV
2.0
—
—
V
—
—
0.8
V
250
—
—
ns
R1, R2, R3, R4 Input Rise Time (tRR)
—
—
30
ns
R1, R2, R3, R4 Input Fall Time (tFR)
—
—
30
ns
Measurement Watchdog Timeout (tWD)
30
50
80
µs
Supply Voltage (VDD)
Supply Current
Logic Input HIGH Level
Logic Input LOW Level
Fully enabled, input frequency =
1 MHz
MODE, R1, R2, R3, R4 inputs
(TTL compatible)
Reset Time (tR)
Series Input Resistance
Measured from IIN to IOUT
—
1.3
—
mΩ
Series Inductance
Measured from IIN to IOUT
—
2
—
nH
Input/Output Delay
OUT, OUT1, OUT2 delay relative to
input
—
50
100
ns
Start-Up Self-Cal Delay (tCAL)
Time from VDD = VUVLO + VHYST to
cal complete
—
150
200
µs
Input Common Mode Voltage Range
—
—
1,000
V
Operating Input Frequency Range (f)
50
—
1,200
kHz
DC Power Supply Rejection Ratio
—
80
—
db
Si85x1/4/7
—
400
—
mV/A
Si85x2/5/8
—
200
—
mV/A
Si85x3/6/9
—
100
—
mV/A
Current flow from IIN to IOUT = 0
—
10
—
mV
OUT, OUT1, OUT2 load = 5K || 50 pF
—
50
—
V/µs
30
Ω
Sensitivity
OUT, OUT1, OUT2 Offset Voltage
(VOUTMIN)
VOUT Slew Rate
OUT, OUT1, OUT2 Output Resistance
Measurement Error (%)—all devices
(–40 to 85 ºC Temp Range)
4
20
5 to 10% of full scale
–20
—
+20
%
10 to 20% of full scale
–10
—
+10
%
20 to 100% of full scale
–5
—
+5
%
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Table 1. Electrical Specifications (Continued)
TA = –40 to +85 ºC (typical specified at 25 ºC), VDD = 2.7 to 5.5 V
Parameter
Measurement Error (%)—all devices
(–40 to 125 ºC Temp Range)
Conditions
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
5 to 10% of full scale
–30
—
+30
%
10 to 20% of full scale
–25
—
+25
%
20 to 100% of full scale
–20
—
+20
%
Table 2. Absolute Maximum Ratings
Parameter
Storage temperature
Ambient temperature under bias
Symbol
Min
TSTG
TA
Supply voltage
VDD
Voltage on any pin with respect to ground
(not including IIN, IOUT)
VIN
Max
Units
–65
+150
ºC
–40
+125
ºC
5.75
V
VDD + 0.5
V
–0.5
Typ
Lead solder temperature (10 sec.)
-
260
ºC
DC isolation
-
1000
VDC
Note: Permanent device damage may occur if the above Absolute Maximum Ratings are exceeded. Functional operation
should be restricted to conditions as specified in the operational sections of this data sheet. Exposure to absolute
maximum rating conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
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2. Functional Overview
The Si85xx AC Current Sensor family of products mimic
the functionality of a traditional current transformer (CT)
circuit with burden resistor, diode and output filter, but
offers enhanced performance and added capabilities.
These devices use inductive current sensing and onboard signal conditioning electronics to generate a 2 V
full-scale output signal proportional to the ac current
flowing from the IIN to the IOUT terminals. As shown in
Figure 1 and Figure 2, current flowing through the metal
package slug induces a signal in the pickup coil onboard the Si85xx die. This signal is applied to the input
of an integrator that re-constructs the ac current flowing
from IIN to IOUT. On-board circuitry provides cycle-bycycle integrator reset, and temperature and offset
voltage compensation to achieve measurement
accuracy to within ±5%.
R1
IIN
R1
RESET LOGIC
METAL SLUG
INTEGRATOR
VDD2
METAL SLUG
SIGNAL CONDITIONING
„
„
GND2
GND1
AUTO CALIBRATION
LOGIC
VDD1
GND3
NC
TRST
„
Figure 1. Si850x (Single Output) Block Diagram
„
„
„
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SIGNAL CONDITIONING
OUT2
AUTO CALIBRATION
LOGIC
ADC
GND
VDD
TRST/FAULT
The Si85xx is superior to other current sensing
approaches and benefits the system in a number of
ways:
OUT
PICKUP
COIL
IOUT
MODE
PICKUP
COIL
TEMP
SENSOR
„
ADC
MODE LOGIC
OUT1
R2
RESET LOGIC
TEMP
SENSOR
R4
Figure 2. Si851x (Ping Pong Output) Block
Diagram
Si850x
INTEGRATOR
R3
Si851x
IOUT
IIN
R2
Small size: With its 4x4 mm footprint and 1 mm
height, the Si85xx is among the smallest current
sensors available.
Large output signal: The 2.0 V full-scale output
swing offers superior noise immunity versus other
current sensing technologies.
Low loss: The Si85xx adds only 1.3 mΩ (at 25 °C)
to the sensing path making it one of the lowest loss
current sensors available. Low 2 nH primary series
inductance is 2,000 times lower compared to a CT,
and results in significantly less ringing.
High precision: The Si8501/2/3 versions are
available with a max error of ±5% of reading; one of
the highest accuracy current sensors available.
Ping-Pong output mode (Si851x): Alternately
routes the current measurements from each side of
a full-bridge circuit to separate output pins for
comparison, which is very useful for transformer flux
balancing applications. Eliminates a second CT in a
full-bridge application.
Leading edge noise suppression: Filters out
reflected noise due to long reverse recovery time of
output rectifier. Eliminates the need for external
leading edge blanking circuit.
High common mode voltage: The Si85xx offers up
to 1,000 VDC of isolation making it useful over a
very wide voltage range.
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FAULT output (Si8517/8/9): goes low when external
reset timing is in error.
„ Ease-of-use: Other than conventional power and
grounding techniques, no special board layout
considerations are required. Built-in timing interface
circuits allow already available system switching
signals to be used for reset—no external circuits
required.
2.3. Integrator Reset and
Current Measurement
2.1. Under Voltage Lockout (UVLO)
To achieve specified accuracy, the integrator capacitor
must be discharged (reset) for time period tR prior to the
start of every measurement cycle. This cycle-by-cycle
reset is implemented by connecting existing system
gate control signals to the R1–R4 inputs in a way that
resets the integrator when no current is flowing from IIN
to IOUT. To achieve rated accuracy, the reset cycle
must be completed prior to the start of the measurement
cycle. For maximum flexibility, integrator reset operation
can be configured in one of two ways:
„
The Si85xx measures current flowing from the IIN to
IOUT terminals. Current is allowed to flow in the
opposite direction, but will not be measured (OUT1 and
OUT 2 remain at their minimum values during reverse
current flow. Reverse current flow will not damage the
Si85xx).
UVLO is provided to prevent erroneous operation during
device start-up and shutdown, or when VDD is
significantly below specified operating range. The
Si85xx is in UVLO state when VDD < VUVLO (Figure 3).
During UVLO, the output(s) are held at minimum value
regardless of the amount of current flowing from IIN to
IOUT and signals on integrator reset inputs R1-R4 are
ignored. The Si85xx exits UVLO when VDD > (VUVLO +
VHYST).
2.2. Device Start-Up
Upon exit from UVLO, the Si85xx performs a voltage
offset and temperature self-calibration cycle. During this
time, output(s) are held at minimum value and reset
inputs (R1-R4) are ignored. The reset inputs are
enabled at the end of the self-calibration cycle, and an
integrator reset cycle is initiated on the first occurrence
of active signals on R1-R4. A current measurement is
initiated immediately after the completion of the
integrator reset cycle, and the resulting current
waveforms appear on the output pins. This "resetmeasure-reset" pattern repeats throughout steady-state
operation.
Option 1: The start and duration of reset is
determined by the states of the timing
signals applied to R1-R4.
Option 2: The timing signals applied to R1-R4 trigger
the start of reset, and the duration of the
reset is determined by an on-board
programmable reset timer.
VUVLO + VHYST
VDD
SUPPLY
First Positive Edge
Following End of Self-Cal
INTEGRATOR
RESET
Si85xx
STATUS
DON’T CARE
UNDER VOLTAGE
LOCKOUT STATE
tRP
START-UP
SELF-CAL CYCLE
RESET
tCAL
Si85xx
OUTPUT
tRP
MEASURE CURRENT
RESET
tR
tR
VOUTMIN
OUT1, OUT2
VALID
Figure 3. Si85xx Startup and Control Timing
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Reset option 2 is selected by connecting a timing
resistor (RTRST in Figure 4) from the TRST input to
ground. It is typically used in applications where the
gate drivers are on-board the controller. In this mode,
the on-chip reset timer is triggered when the signals on
R1-R4 satisfy the logic equations of Tables 3 and 4.
Once triggered, the timer maintains integrator in reset
for time duration tR as programmed by the value of
resistor RTRST. The user must select the value of
resistor RTRST to terminate the reset cycle prior to the
start of measurement under worst-case timing
conditions. Note that values of tR below the specified
value in Section “1. Electrical Specifications” results in
increased integrator output offset error and increased
output noise on VOUT. Moreover, tR’s time is
summarized by the following equation:
tR = 10 ns/kΩ
where values of RTRST that produce a reset time less
than 200 ns (RTRST < 20 kΩ) should not be used.
Si85xx
TRST
RTRST
2.4. Effect of Operating Frequency on
Output Accuracy
The Si85xx includes a built-in watchdog timer that
disables measurement and holds OUT or OUT1 and
OUT2 at their minimum values when the timer’s preset
limit is exceeded. This timer limits the operation of the
Si85xx in dc measurement applications. As Figure 5
illustrates, the Si85xx operates down to about 10 kHz
with the nominal measurement error doubling to about
10 percent.
15%
% Typical Error
Integrator reset option 1 is selected by connecting TRST
to VDD. In this mode, the Si85xx is held in reset as long
as the signals on R1-R4 satisfy the logic equations of
Tables 3 and 4. It is typically used in applications where
the gate drivers are external to the system controller I.C.
(the gate driver delay ensures reset is completed prior
to the start of measurement).
12%
9%
6%
3%
0%
10
20
30
40
50
Frequency (kHz)
Figure 5. Full-Scale Error vs. Frequency
2.5. Effect of Temperature on Accuracy
Offset voltage present at the Si85xx output terminals
(output offset voltage) is calibrated out each time VDD is
applied to the Si85xx; so, its error contribution is
minimized when the temperature at which calibration
occurred is at or near the steady-state operating
temperature of the Si85xx. For example, applying VDD
at 25 °C (offset cal is performed) and operating at 85 °C
will result in a larger offset error than operating at 50 ºC.
The effect of this error is summarized in Figure 6. The
chart is referenced to 25 °C. If the Si85xx is powered up
at 25 °C and then operated at 125 °C with no autocalibration performed (i.e., the power is not cycled at
125 °C, which causes an auto-calibration), a 3 percent
measurement error can be expected.
1.0%
Figure 4. Programming Reset Time (tR)
% Typical Error
0.5%
0.0%
-0.5%
-1.0%
-1.5%
-2.0%
-2.5%
-3.0%
-3.5%
0
25
50
75
100
Temperature (Celcius)
Figure 6. Differential Temperature
Calibration Error
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Typical Series Resistance (mOhm)
Figure 7 shows the Si85xx thermal characteristics over
the temperature range of –40 to +125 ºC. Series
inductance is constant at 2 nH (max) across this same
temperature range.
2
1.8
1.6
1.4
1.2
1
0.8
0.6
2.6. Leading Edge Noise Suppression
High-amplitude spikes on the leading edge of the
primary switching waveforms can cause the PWM latch
to be erroneously reset at the start of the switching cycle
when operating in current mode control. To prevent this
problem, leading edge blanking is commonly used to
disable the current comparator during the early portion
of the primary-side switching cycle. The Si85xx
eliminates leading-edge noise spikes by including them
in the signal integration. As shown in the output
waveform of Figure 8, noise present in the input
waveform is eliminated without the use of blanking.
0.4
0.2
0
-20
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
Temperature (°C)
Figure 7. Series Resistance Thermal
Characteristics
Current Sense
Transformer
Si8502
Figure 8. Leading-Edge Noise Suppression Waveforms (200 kHz, 9.3A Load)
(Si8502 waveform measured directly on OUT pin with no external filter)
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2.7. FAULT Output
The FAULT output (Si8517/8/9) guards against Si85xx
output signal errors caused by missing reset cycles.
FAULT is asserted when a measurement cycle exceeds
the internal watchdog timer times limit of tWD. FAULT
can be used to alert a local microcontroller or digital
power controller of a current sense failure, or initiate a
system shutdown. To detect faults, tie a 200 kΩ resistor
from TRST/FAULT to VDD.
2-wire Ping-Pong mode is useful mainly in nonoverlapping two-phase buck converters, but may also
be used in full-bridge applications. In this output mode,
reset inputs R1 and R2 are used, and input R3 is
grounded. Measured current appears on OUT1 when
R2 is high, and appears on OUT2 when R1 is high as
shown in the full-bridge timing example of Figure 9.
R1
3. Application Information
R2
3.1. Board Layout
The Si85xx is connected in the series path of the current
to be measured. The Si85xx must be located as far
away from away from transformer and other magnetic
field sources as possible. Like other analog
components, the Si85xx should be powered from a lownoise DC source, and preferably connected to a low
noise analog ground plane. Recommended bypass
capacitors are 1 µF in parallel with a 0.1 µF, positioned
as close to the Si85xx as possible. When using the
Si850x (single output versions), all 3 ground pins MUST
be connected to the same ground point, and both VDD
and VDD2 pins MUST be tied to VDD.
3.2. Device Configuration
Configuring the Si85xx involves the following steps:
1. Selecting an output mode
2. Configuring integrator reset timing
3. Setting integrator reset time tR
3.2.1. Device Selection
The Si85xx family offers three output modes: Single
output (Si850x), and 2 and 4-Wire Ping Pong (Si851x).
The Si851x products can be configured to operate in all
three of these output modes.
Si85xx State
RESET
tR
MEASURE
RESET
tR
OUT1
OUT2
TIME
Figure 9. Full-Bridge Timing Example A
4-Wire Ping-Pong mode is recommended for full-bridge
applications over 2-wire because it uses all four inputs
making the reset function tolerant to single-point signal
failures. In 4-Wire Ping-Pong mode, current appears on
OUT2 when R1 is high and R2 is low; and appears on
OUT1 when R3 is high and R4 is low as shown in the
full-bridge timing example of Figure 10. Table 3 shows
the states of the Mode and R4 inputs that select each
output, and the resulting reset logic functions and truth
tables.
The Si850x products operate ONLY in Single output
mode. Most half-wave and single-phase applications
require only Single output mode, and will typically use
the Si850x. In Single output mode, output current
always appears on the OUT pin (Si850x) or the OUT1
pin (Si851x). A single integrator reset signal is typically
sufficient when operating in this mode.
Ping-Pong mode routes the current waveform to two
different output pins on alternate measurement cycles.
It is useful in full-wave and push-pull topologies where
external circuitry can be used to monitor and/or control
transformer flux balance. (Note: The Applications
section of this data sheet (Section 3) shows design
examples using both output modes in various power
topologies.)
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3.2.2. Selecting Reset Timing Signals
Reset timing signals should be chosen to meet the
following conditions:
R1
„
Satisfy reset time tR
„
Not overlap integrator reset into the desired
measurement period
„ Not violate reset watchdog timeout period tWD
R2
3.2.3. Configuring Integrator Reset
R3
R4
MEASURE
RESET
tR
MEASURE
RESET
tR
OUT1
Per Section “2. Functional Overview”, the integrator
must be reset (zeroed) prior to the start of each
measurement cycle to achieve specified measurement
accuracy. This reset must be synchronized with the
system switch timing signals to ensure current is
measured during the appropriate time, so the Si85xx
integrator reset circuitry uses system timing as its
reference. Timing signals connect to reset inputs R1
through R4 where built-in logic functions allow the user
to choose the conditions that cause an integrator reset
event. Important note: reset inputs R1–R4 are rated to a
maximum input voltage of VDD. External resistor
dividers must be used when connecting driver output
signals to R1–R4 that swing beyond VDD.
OUT2
Figure 10. Full-Bridge Timing Example B
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Table 3. Si850x Reset Mode Summary
Output Mode
R2
R1
Reset State*
Logic Expression
Single-Ended
0
0
0
RESET = XOR [R1, R2]
0
1
1
1
0
1
1
1
0
*Note: Device is in reset when Reset State = 1.
Table 4. Si851x Output and Reset Mode Summary
Part #
Output Mode
Si850x
Single-Ended
MODE Input R4
—
—
R3
R2
R1
Reset State*
Logic Expression
—
0
0
0
RESET = XOR [R1, R2]
1
1
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
1
0
1
*Note: Device is in reset when Reset State = 1.
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Table 4. Si851x Output and Reset Mode Summary (Continued)
Part #
Output Mode
Si851x
Single-Ended
MODE Input R4
1
0
R3
R2
R1
Reset State*
Logic Expression
0
0
0
0
RESET = XOR [R1, R2]
1
1
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
0
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
0
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
0
0
0
1
1
0
1
1
1
0
1
1
1
1
1
0
1
2-Wire Ping Pong
1
1
0
0
1
4-Wire Ping Pong
0
0
0
0
1
1
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
1
RESET = XNOR [R1, R2]
RESET = [R1 & R2] | [R3 & R4]
*Note: Device is in reset when Reset State = 1.
As shown in Table 3, the Si850x integrator reset logic is a simple XOR gate where reset is maintained (or triggered,
depending on use of the TRST input) when states of reset inputs R1 and R2 are not equal.
Figure 11 shows the logic for the Si851x products, where any one of three reset logic functions can cause
integrator reset. The output mode (Si851x) is determined by the states of the Mode and R4 inputs, as shown in
Table 4.
As explained in Section 2.3, the signals applied to R1-R4 can control integrator reset in real time (option 1), or can
trigger a reset event of programmable duration (option 2). Referring to Figure 11, reset timing is exclusively a
function of the signals applied to R1-R4 when TRST is tied to VDD. If not connected to VDD, the reset timer is
enabled and TRST MUST be connected through a resistor to ground to set the reset duration (tR). Note the reset
timer is retriggerable, and generates a timed integrator discharge pulse whenever the reset logic output transitions
from low to high.
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MODE = 1
R4 = 0
TRST = VDD
TRST = R1 to GND
Reset timing determined
only by inputs R1–R4.
Reset triggered by inputs
R1–R4. Reset time (tR) set
by value of resistor RTRST.
Output 1
R1
R2
MODE = 1
R4 = 1
R3
Output 2
RESET
TIMER
TRST
PGM
CLK
R4
OUT
1
0
+
VREF
MODE = 0
Output 3
SYSTEM
CONTROLLER
Logic level gate
control signals
(to Rn inputs)
INTEGRATOR
External
Driver
Internal
Driver
Required if driver
output voltage > VDD
Logic level gate
control signals
(to Rn inputs)
Figure 11. Si851x Integrator Reset Logic
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3.2.4. Setting Reset Time tR
The programmable reset timer is triggered when the states of the signals applied to R1–R4 cause the associated
logic expression (Tables 3 and 4) to go high (transition to the TRUE state). Because this timer is re-triggerable, R1–
R4 must remain TRUE for the duration of the desired tR as shown in Figure 12. Should R1–R4 transition FALSE
during tR, integrator reset will be immediately halted resulting in lower measurement accuracy due to higher
integrator offset error.
CURRENT
R1–R4 TRUE
for programmed
tR (minimum)
TRUE
R1–R4 STATE
FALSE
Programmed
value of tR
Si85xx STATUS
0 ns (min)
RESET
MEASURE
Si85xx OUTPUT
Figure 12. Correct tR Programming Using Resistor from TRST Input to Ground
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3.2.5. Measurement Watchdog Timer and FAULT Output
A built-in watchdog timer disables measurement and holds OUT or OUT1 and OUT2 at their minimum values when
the time between integrator resets exceeds tWD. The output signal from this watchdog is available on the FAULT
output pin (Si8517/8/9 only).
t1
System
Timing Phase
t2
Reset
Trigger
Measurement
Period
tWD
Output
Measurement
Period
tWD
tWD
tR
tR
FAULT
Figure 13. Measurement Watchdog Timer Operation
As shown in Figure 13, the time between integrator resets for system timing phase t1 is greater than watchdog
period tWD. As a result, measurement occurs until tWD is exceeded, at which time the output is immediately forced
to minimum value and FAULT transitions low. Further measurements are inhibited until the application of another
integrator reset, which also resets the watchdog driving FAULT high, and enables another measurement cycle.
This process continues until tWD is no longer violated, as shown in period t2 where normal operation is restored.
The current measurements made in period t1 will have reduced accuracy versus those made within the specified
operating frequency range.
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3.3. Single-Phase Buck Converter Example
In this example, the Si850x is configured to operate in a single-phase synchronous buck converter (Figure 14).
This converter has a PWM frequency of 1 MHz, and a maximum duty cycle of 80%.
VDD
VIN
C2
1 µF
C1
0.1 µF
VDD1 VDD2
GND1
IIN
GND2
R2
RTRST
TRST
R1
Si850x
IOUT
GND3
2 Vpp
OUT
Q1
PH1
L1
VOUT
PH2
Current
PWM
I=0
I>0
RESET
MEASURE
C3
Q2
PH2
Si850x State
100 ns
Figure 14. Si850x Single-Phase Buck Converter
This is an example of a half-wave application that can be addressed with Single-Ended output mode. The PWM
period is calculated to be 1/10–6 = 1.0 µs, and the worst-case value tR is 0.2 x 1.0 x 10–6 = 200 ns at 80%
maximum duty cycle (RTRST = 20 kΩ). In this example, the current measurement is made when the buck switch is
on, so PH2 is chosen as the reset signal by connecting PH2 to R1 and grounding the R2 and R3. The PH2 signal
can be obtained at the input of the driver external to the PWM controller, or the output of the controller's internal
driver (through a resistor divider if the driver output swings beyond the device VDD range).
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3.4. Full-Bridge Converter Example
The full-bridge circuit of Figure 15 uses an Si851x configured in 4-Wire Ping-Pong output mode. The switching
frequency of this phase-shifted full-bridge is 150 kHz, and the maximum control phase overlap is 70%.
VIN
VDD
IIN
VDD
MODE
C1
0.1 µF
C2
1 µF
GND
OUT1
OUT1
OUT2
OUT2
Si851x
PH1
VDD
PH2
TRST
R1
R2
R3 R4
IOUT
PH3
PH4
Q1
1–4
Switches Turned ON
PH1
Q2
PH2
Si85xx State
MEASURE
1–2
RESET
2–3
3–4
MEASURE
RESET
TI
OUT1
PH3
PH4
Q3
Q4
OUT2
Figure 15. Full-Bridge Converter
Given the 150 kHz switching frequency (duty cycle fixed at 50%), the equivalent period is 1/150 x 103 = 6.6 µs. At
70% maximum overlap, this equates to a worst-case tR value of is 0.3 x 6.6 x 10–6 = 1.98 µs; the default value for
tR can therefore be used, and is selected by connecting TRST to VDD. As shown in the timing diagram of
Figure 15, integrator reset occurs when current circulates between Q1 and Q2, and between Q3 and Q4 (i.e. when
current is not being sourced from VIN). The external driver delay ensures reset is complete prior to the start of
measurement.
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3.5. Push-Pull Converter Example
The Push-Pull converter of Figure 16 uses 2-Wire Ping Pong output mode. As shown in the timing diagram, the
integrator reset occurs when the inputs of both the PH1 and PH2 drivers are low. As shown, TRST is connected to
VDD, selecting the default value of tR (250 ns). Assuming an 80% maximum duty cycle, this value of tR would
deliver specified accuracy over a PWM frequency range of 50 to 400 kHz. Frequencies above 400 kHz would
require the selection of a lower tR value by connecting a resistor from TRST to ground.
VDD
VIN
C1
0.1 µF
C2
1 µF
VDD MODE
IIN
OUT1
R4
TRST
Si851x
OUT2
IOUT
GND
R3
R2
R1
Q1
PH2
PH1
PH2
T1
Si85xx Status
MEASURE
RESET
MEASURE
RESET
MEASURE
OUT1
Q2
PH1
OUT2
Figure 16. Push-Pull Example Using Default tR Value
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4. Pin Descriptions—Si85xx
VDD
MODE
R1
IIN
1
1
R1
VDD1
VDD2
12-Pin QFN
IIN
R2
R2
GND2
R3
Si850x
GND3
Si851x
R4
OUT
OUT1
IOUT
IOUT
TRST/FAULT
GND
OUT2
GND1
TRST
NC
Figure 17. Example Pin Configurations
Table 5. Si85xx Family Pin Descriptions
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Pin#
Si850x
Pin Name
Description
Si851x
Pin Name
Description
1
R1
Integrator reset input 1
R1
Integrator reset input 1
2
R2
Integrator reset input 2
R2
Integrator reset input 2
3
GND2
Ground
R3
Integrator reset input 3
4
GND3
R4
Integrator reset input 4
5
OUT
6
NC
7
Output
OUT1
Output in single-ended output mode, or
one of two outputs in Ping-Pong mode.
No connect
OUT2
Second of two Ping-Pong mode outputs
TRST
Reset time control
TRST
Reset time control
8
GND1
Ground
GND
Ground
9
IOUT
Current output terminal
IOUT
Current output terminal
10
IIN
11
VDD1
12
VDD2
Current input terminal
Power supply input
IIN
Current input terminal
VDD
Power supply input
MODE
Mode control input
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5. Ordering Guide
P/N
Full Scale
Current (A)
Si8501-B-GM
5
Si8502-B-GM
10
Si8503-B-GM
20
Si8504-B-IM
5
Si8505-B-IM
10
Si8506-B-IM
20
Si8511-B-GM
5
Si8512-B-GM
10
Si8513-B-GM
20
Si8514-B-IM
5
Si8515-B-IM
10
Si8516-B-IM
20
Si8517-B-GM
5
Si8518-B-GM
10
Si8519-B-GM
20
Full Scale
Temp Range
Error
(°C)
(% of Reading)
Pin 7 Function
Output Mode
Package
Single
4x4 mm
QFN
±5
–40 to +85
Integrator Reset Time
Programming Input
±20
–40 to +125
Integrator Reset Time
Programming Input
±5
–40 to +85
Integrator Reset Time
Programming Input
±20
–40 to +125
Integrator Reset Time
Programming Input
±5
–40 to +85
FAULT Output
Ping-Pong
Note: All packages are Pb-free and RoHS compliant. Moisture Sensitivity level is MSL2 with peak reflow temperature of
260 ºC according to the JEDEC industry classification, and peak solder temperature.
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6. Package Outline—12-Pin QFN
Figure 18 illustrates the package details for the Si85xx. Table 6 lists the values for the dimensions shown in the
illustration.
Figure 18. 12-Pin QFN Package Diagram
Table 6. QFN-12 Package Diagram Dimensions
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Dimension
MIN
NOM
MAX
A
b
c
D
e
E
f
g
k
L
L1
L2
aaa
bbb
ccc
ddd
eee
0.80
0.25
0.85
0.85
0.30
0.90
4.00 BSC.
0.50 BSC.
4.00 BSC.
2.45 BSC.
1.30 BSC.
0.75 BSC.
0.40
0.05
0.50
—
—
—
—
—
0.90
0.35
0.95
0.35
0.03
0.45
—
—
—
—
—
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0.08
0.55
0.05
0.05
0.08
0.05
0.05
Si85xx
NOTES:
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