ACS756
Fully Integrated, Hall Effect-Based Linear Current Sensor IC
with 3 kVRMS Voltage Isolation and a Low-Resistance Current Conductor
Features and Benefits
Description
▪ Industry-leading noise performance through proprietary
amplifier and filter design techniques
▪ Total output error 0.8% at TA = 25°C
▪ Small package size, with easy mounting capability
▪ Monolithic Hall IC for high reliability
▪ Ultra-low power loss: 130 μΩ internal conductor resistance
▪ 3 kVRMS minimum isolation voltage from
pins 1-3 to pins 4-5
▪ 3.0 to 5.0 V, single supply operation
▪ 3 μs output rise time in response to step input current
▪ 20 or 40 mV/A output sensitivity
▪ Output voltage proportional to AC or DC currents
▪ Factory-trimmed for accuracy
▪ Extremely stable output offset voltage
▪ Nearly zero magnetic hysteresis
The Allegro ACS756 family of current sensor ICs provides
economical and precise solutions for AC or DC current sensing
in industrial, automotive, commercial, and communications
systems. The device package allows for easy implementation by
the customer. Typical applications include motor control, load
detection and management, power supplies, and overcurrent
fault protection.
The device consists of a precision, low-offset linear Hall
circuit with a copper conduction path located near the die.
Applied current flowing through this copper conduction path
generates a magnetic field which the Hall IC converts into a
proportional voltage. Device accuracy is optimized through the
close proximity of the magnetic signal to the Hall transducer.
A precise, proportional voltage is provided by the low-offset,
chopper-stabilized BiCMOS Hall IC, which is programmed
for accuracy at the factory.
TÜV America
Certificate Number:
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The output of the device has a positive slope (>VCC / 2) when an
increasing current flows through the primary copper conduction
path (from terminal 4 to terminal 5), which is the path used
for current sampling. The internal resistance of this conductive
path is 130 μΩ typical, providing low power loss.
Package: 5 pin package (suffix PFF)
The thickness of the copper conductor allows survival of the
device at up to 5× overcurrent conditions. The terminals of the
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Typical Application
+5 V
4
VCC
IP+
ACS756
IP
GND
5
1
CBYP
0.1 μF
2
CF
IP–
VIOUT
3
RF
VOUT
Application 1. The ACS756 outputs an analog signal, VOUT , that
varies linearly with the uni- or bi-directional AC or DC primary
sampled current, IP , within the range specified. CF is for optimal
noise management, with values that depend on the application.
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Fully Integrated, Hall Effect-Based Linear Current Sensor IC
with 3 kVRMS Voltage Isolation and a Low-Resistance Current Conductor
ACS756
Description (continued)
conductive path are electrically isolated from the signal leads (pins
1 through 3). This allows the ACS756 family of sensor ICs to be
used in applications requiring electrical isolation without the use of
opto-isolators or other costly isolation techniques.
The device is fully calibrated prior to shipment from the factory.
The ACS75x family is lead (Pb) free. All leads are plated with 100%
matte tin, and there is no Pb inside the package. The heavy gauge
leadframe is made of oxygen-free copper.
Selection Guide
Part Number1
TOP
(°C)
Primary Sampled
Current , IP
(A)
ACS756SCA-050B-PFF-T
–20 to 85
±50
ACS756SCA-100B-PFF-T
–20 to 85
±100
ACS756KCA-050B-PFF-T
–40 to 125
±50
1Additional
Packing2
34 per tube
leadform options available for qualified volumes
for additional packing options.
2Contact Allegro
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Characteristic
Symbol
Notes
Rating
Units
Forward Supply Voltage
VCC
8
V
Reverse Supply Voltage
VRCC
–0.5
V
Forward Output Voltage
VIOUT
28
V
Reverse Output Voltage
VRIOUT
–0.5
V
Working Voltage for Reinforced Isolation
VWORKING-R
Voltage applied between pins 1-3 and 4-5;
tested at 3000 VAC for 1 minute according to
UL standard 60950-1
353
VDC / Vpk
Working Voltage for Basic Isolation
VWORKING-B
Voltage applied between pins 1-3 and 4-5;
tested at 3000 VAC for 1 minute according to
UL standard 60950-1
500
VDC / Vpk
Output Source Current
IOUT(Source)
VIOUT to GND
3
mA
IOUT(Sink)
VCC to VIOUT
1
mA
Range K
–40 to 125
ºC
Range S
–20 to 85
ºC
TJ(max)
165
ºC
Tstg
–65 to 165
ºC
Output Sink Current
Nominal Operating Ambient Temperature
Maximum Junction
Storage Temperature
TOP
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Functional Block Diagram
+5 V
VCC
IP+
Filter
Dynamic Offset
Cancellation
To all subcircuits
Amp
Gain
Out
Temperature
Coefficient
VIOUT
0.1 μF
Offset
Trim Control
GND
IP–
Pin-out Diagram
IP+
IP–
4
5
3
VIOUT
2
GND
1
VCC
Terminal List Table
Number
Name
1
VCC
Device power supply terminal
Description
2
GND
Signal ground terminal
3
VIOUT
4
IP+
Terminal for current being sampled
5
IP–
Terminal for current being sampled
Analog output signal
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Fully Integrated, Hall Effect-Based Linear Current Sensor IC
with 3 kVRMS Voltage Isolation and a Low-Resistance Current Conductor
COMMON OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS1 over full range of TOP, and VCC = 5 V, unless otherwise specified
Characteristic
Supply
Voltage2
Symbol
Test Conditions
Typ.
Max.
Units
3
5.0
5.5
V
Supply Current
ICC
VCC = 5.0 V, output open
–
10
14
mA
Power On Time
tPO
TA = 25°C
–
35
–
μs
IP = three-quarter scale of IP+, TA = 25°C, COUT = 0.47 nF
–
3
–
μs
–
120
–
kHz
4.7
–
–
kΩ
Rise Time
Internal
Bandwidth3
VCC
Min.
tr
BWi
–3 dB; IP is 10 A peak-to-peak; 100 pF from VIOUT to GND
Output Load Resistance
RLOAD(MIN)
VIOUT to GND
Output Load Capacitance
CLOAD(MAX)
VIOUT to GND
–
–
10
nF
TA = 25°C
–
130
–
μΩ
Primary Conductor Resistance
Symmetry
Bidirectional 0 A Output
Magnetic Offset Error
RPRIMARY
ESYM
VOUT(QBI)
IERROM
Over half-scale of Ip
98.5
100
101.5
%
IP = 0 A, TA = 25°C
–
VCC/2
–
V
IP = 0 A, after excursion of 100 A
–
±0.23
–
A
Ratiometry
VRAT
VCC = 4.5 to 5.5 V
–
100
–
%
Propagation Time
tPROP
TA = 25°C, COUT = 100 pF,
–
1
–
μs
1Device
is factory-trimmed at 5 V, for optimal accuracy.
are programmed for maximum accuracy at 5.0 V VCC levels. The device contains ratiometry circuits that accurately alter the 0 A Output Voltage and Sensitivity level of the device in proportion to the applied VCC level. However, as a result of minor nonlinearities in the ratiometry circuit additional output error will result when VCC varies from the 5 V VCC level. Customers that plan to operate the device from a 3.3 V regulated supply should
contact their local Allegro sales representative regarding expected device accuracy levels under these bias conditions.
3Guaranteed by design.
2Devices
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X050 PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS over Range K1:
Characteristic
Primary Sampled Current
Sensitivity
Noise2
Nonlinearity
Electrical Offset Voltage3
Total Output Error4
Symbol
TOP = –40°C to 125°C, VCC = 5 V, unless otherwise specified
Test Conditions
IP
SensTA
SensTOP
Half scale of IP applied for 5 ms, TA = 25°C
Half scale of IP applied for 5 ms
Min.
Typ.
Max.
–50
–
50
Units
A
–
40
–
mV/A
37.2
–
42.8
mV/A
–
10
–
mV
%
VNOISE
TA= 25°C, 10 nF on VIOUT pin to GND
ELIN(HT)
Up to full scale of IP , IP applied for 5 ms, TOP = 25°C to 125°C
–1
–
1
ELIN(LT)
Up to full scale of IP , IP applied for 5 ms, TOP = –40°C to 25°C
– 1.8
–
1.8
%
VOE(TA)
IP = 0 A, TA = 25°C
–
±2
–
mV
VOE(TOP)HT IP = 0 A, TOP = 25°C to 125°C
–30
–
30
mV
VOE(TOP)LT IP = 0 A, TOP = –40°C to 25°C
–60
–
60
mV
ETOT(HT)
Over full scale of IP , IP applied for 5 ms, TOP = 25°C to 125°C
–7.5
–
7.5
%
ETOT(LT)
Over full scale of IP , IP applied for 5 ms, TOP = –40°C to 25°C
–7.5
–
7.5
%
1Device
may be operated at higher primary current levels, IP, and ambient temperatures, TOP, provided that the Maximum Junction Temperature,
TJ(max), is not exceeded.
26σ noise voltage.
3V
OE(TOP) drift is referred to ideal VOE = 2.5 V at 0 A.
4Percentage of I , with I = 25 A. Output filtered.
P
P
X050 PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS over Range S1:
Characteristic
Primary Sampled Current
Sensitivity
Noise2
Nonlinearity
Electrical Offset Voltage3
Total Output Error4
Symbol
TOP = –20°C to 85°C, VCC = 5 V, unless otherwise specified
Test Conditions
IP
SensTA
SensTOP
Half scale of IP applied for 5 ms, TA = 25°C
Half scale of IP applied for 5 ms
Min.
Typ.
Max.
–50
–
50
Units
A
–
40
–
mV/A
38.3
–
41.7
mV/A
–
10
–
mV
VNOISE
TA= 25°C, 10 nF on VIOUT pin to GND
ELIN(HT)
Up to full scale of IP , IP applied for 5 ms, TOP = 25°C to 85°C
–1
–
1
%
ELIN(LT)
Up to full scale of IP , IP applied for 5 ms, TOP = –20°C to 25°C
–1
–
1
%
VOE(TA)
IP = 0 A, TA = 25°C
–
±2
–
mV
VOE(TOP)HT IP = 0 A, TOP = 25°C to 85°C
–30
–
30
mV
VOE(TOP)LT IP = 0 A, TOP = –20°C to 25°C
–30
–
30
mV
ETOT(HT)
Over full scale of IP , IP applied for 5 ms, TOP = 25°C to 85°C
–5
–
5
%
ETOT(LT)
Over full scale of IP , IP applied for 5 ms, TOP = –20°C to 25°C
–5
–
5
%
1Device may be operated at higher primary current levels, I , and ambient temperatures, T , provided that the Maximum Junction Temperature,
P
OP
TJ(max), is not exceeded.
26σ noise voltage.
3V
OE(TOP) drift is referred to ideal VOE = 2.5 V at 0 A.
4Percentage of I , with I = 25 A. Output filtered.
P
P
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ACS756
X100 PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS over Range S1:
Characteristic
Primary Sampled Current
Sensitivity
Noise2
Nonlinearity
Electrical Offset Voltage3
Total Output Error4
Symbol
TOP = –20°C to 85°C, VCC = 5 V, unless otherwise specified
Test Conditions
IP
SensTA
SensTOP
Half scale of IP applied for 5 ms, TA = 25°C
Half scale of IP applied for 5 ms
Min.
Typ.
Max.
–100
–
100
Units
A
–
20
–
mV/A
18.2
–
21.8
mV/A
–
6
–
mV
%
VNOISE
TA= 25°C, 10 nF on VIOUT pin to GND
ELIN(HT)
Up to full scale of IP , IP applied for 5 ms, TOP = 25°C to 85°C
– 1.75
–
1.75
ELIN(LT)
Up to full scale of IP , IP applied for 5 ms, TOP = –20°C to 25°C
–1
–
1
%
VOE(TA)
IP = 0 A, TA = 25°C
–
±2
–
mV
VOE(TOP)HT IP = 0 A, TOP = 25°C to 85°C
–30
–
30
mV
VOE(TOP)LT IP = 0 A, TOP = –20°C to 25°C
–30
–
30
mV
ETOT(HT)
Over full scale of IP , IP applied for 5 ms, TOP = 25°C to 85°C
–8
–
8
%
ETOT(LT)
Over full scale of IP , IP applied for 5 ms, TOP = –20°C to 25°C
–7
–
7
%
1Device may be operated at higher primary current levels, I , and ambient temperatures, T , provided that the Maximum Junction Temperature,
P
OP
TJ(max), is not exceeded.
26σ noise voltage.
3V
OE(TOP) drift is referred to ideal VOE = 2.5 V at 0 A.
4Percentage of I , with I = 25 A. Output filtered.
P
P
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Definitions of Accuracy Characteristics
Sensitivity (Sens). The change in device output in response to a
1 A change through the primary conductor. The sensitivity is the
product of the magnetic circuit sensitivity (G / A) and the linear
IC amplifier gain (mV/G). The linear IC amplifier gain is programmed at the factory to optimize the sensitivity (mV/A) for the
half-scale current of the device.
Noise (VNOISE). The noise floor is derived from the thermal and
shot noise observed in Hall elements. Dividing the noise (mV)
by the sensitivity (mV/A) provides the smallest current that the
device is able to resolve.
Nonlinearity (ELIN). The degree to which the voltage output
from the IC varies in direct proportion to the primary current
through its half-scale amplitude. Nonlinearity in the output can be
attributed to the saturation of the flux concentrator approaching
the half-scale current. The following equation is used to derive
the linearity:
{ [
100 1–
Δ gain × % sat ( VIOUT_half-scale amperes –VIOUT(Q) )
2 (VIOUT_quarter-scale amperes – VIOUT(Q) )
[{
where
∆ gain = the gain variation as a function of temperature
changes from 25ºC,
% sat = the percentage of saturation of the flux concentrator, which becomes significant as the current being sampled
approaches half-scale ±IP , and
VIOUT_half-scale amperes = the output voltage (V) when the
sampled current approximates half-scale ±IP .
Symmetry (ESYM). The degree to which the absolute voltage
output from the IC varies in proportion to either a positive or
negative half-scale primary current. The following equation is
used to derive symmetry:
100
VIOUT_+ half-scale amperes – VIOUT(Q)
VIOUT(Q) – VIOUT_–half-scale amperes
Ratiometry. The device features a ratiometric output. This
means that the quiescent voltage output, VIOUTQ, and the magnetic sensitivity, Sens, are proportional to the supply voltage, VCC.
The ratiometric change (%) in the quiescent voltage output is
defined as:
$VIOUTQ($V) =
VIOUTQ(VCC) VIOUTQ(5V)
VCC
5V
s %
and the ratiometric change (%) in sensitivity is defined as:
$Sens($V =
Sens(VCC
VCC
Sens(V
s %
5V
Quiescent output voltage (VIOUT(Q)). The output of the device
when the primary current is zero. For a unipolar supply voltage,
it nominally remains at VCC ⁄ 2. Thus, VCC = 5 V translates into
VIOUT(Q) = 2.5 V. Variation in VOUT(Q) can be attributed to the resolution of the Allegro linear IC quiescent voltage trim, magnetic
hysteresis, and thermal drift.
Electrical offset voltage (VOE). The deviation of the device output from its ideal quiescent value of VCC ⁄ 2 due to nonmagnetic
causes.
Magnetic offset error (IERROM). The magnetic offset is due to
the residual magnetism (remnant field) of the core material. The
magnetic offset error is highest when the magnetic circuit has
been saturated, usually when the device has been subjected to a
full-scale or high-current overload condition. The magnetic offset
is largely dependent on the material used as a flux concentrator.
The larger magnetic offsets are observed at the lower operating
temperatures.
Total Output Error (ETOT). The maximum deviation of the
actual output from its ideal value, also referred to as accuracy,
illustrated graphically in the output voltage versus current chart
on the following page.
ETOT is divided into four areas:
0 A at 25°C. Accuracy at the zero current flow at 25°C, without the effects of temperature.
0 A over Δ temperature. Accuracy at the zero current flow
including temperature effects.
Half-scale current at 25°C. Accuracy at the the half-scale current
at 25°C, without the effects of temperature.
Half-scale current over Δ temperature. Accuracy at the halfscale current flow including temperature effects.
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Definitions of Dynamic Response Characteristics
Power-On Time (tPO). When the supply is ramped to its operating voltage, the device requires a finite time to power its internal
components before responding to an input magnetic field.
Power-On Time, tPO , is defined as the time it takes for the output
voltage to settle within ±10% of its steady state value under an
applied magnetic field, after the power supply has reached its
minimum specified operating voltage, VCC(min), as shown in the
chart at right.
Rise time (tr). The time interval between a) when the device
reaches 10% of its full scale value, and b) when it reaches 90%
of its full scale value. The rise time to a step response is used to
derive the bandwidth of the device, in which ƒ(–3 dB) = 0.35 / tr.
Both tr and tRESPONSE are detrimentally affected by eddy current
losses observed in the conductive IC ground plane.
I (%)
Primary Current
90
Output Voltage versus Sampled Current
Total Output Error at 0 A and at Half-Scale Current
Transducer Output
10
0
Rise Time, tr
t
Increasing VIOUT(V)
Accuracy
Over $Temp erature
Accuracy
25°C Only
Propagation delay (tPROP). The time required for the device
output to reflect a change in the primary current signal. Propagation delay is attributed to inductive loading within the linear IC
package, as well as in the inductive loop formed by the primary
conductor geometry. Propagation delay can be considered as a
fixed time offset and may be compensated.
Average
VIOUT
Accuracy
Over $Temp erature
Accuracy
25°C Only
IP(min)
–IP (A)
+IP (A)
Half Scale
I (%)
IP(max)
Primary Current
0A
90
Transducer Output
0
Propagation Time, tPROP
t
Accuracy
25°C Only
Accuracy
Over $Temp erature
Decreasing VIOUT(V)
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Chopper Stabilization Technique
This technique is made possible through the use of a BiCMOS
process that allows the use of low-offset and low-noise amplifiers
in combination with high-density logic integration and sample
and hold circuits.
Regulator
Clock/Logic
Hall Element
Amp
Sample and
Hold
Chopper Stabilization is an innovative circuit technique that is
used to minimize the offset voltage of a Hall element and an associated on-chip amplifier. Allegro patented a Chopper Stabilization technique that nearly eliminates Hall IC output drift induced
by temperature or package stress effects. This offset reduction
technique is based on a signal modulation-demodulation process.
Modulation is used to separate the undesired DC offset signal
from the magnetically induced signal in the frequency domain.
Then, using a low-pass filter, the modulated DC offset is suppressed while the magnetically induced signal passes through
the filter. As a result of this chopper stabilization approach, the
output voltage from the Hall IC is desensitized to the effects
of temperature and mechanical stress. This technique produces
devices that have an extremely stable Electrical Offset Voltage,
are immune to thermal stress, and have precise recoverability
after temperature cycling.
Low-Pass
Filter
Concept of Chopper Stabilization Technique
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Package CA, 5-pin package, leadform PFF
0.5
R1
R3
0.5 B
14.0±0.2
3.0±0.2
5
4
4
R2
1.50±0.10
4.0±0.2
21.4
3
1º±2°
A
3.5±0.2
0.8
17.5±0.2
1.5
13.00±0.10
1.91
B
Branded
Face
4.40±0.10
PCB Layout Reference View
2.9±0.2
NNNNNNN
TTT - AAA
5º±5°
1
2
+0.060
0.381 –0.030
3
10.00±0.10
3.5±0.2
LLLLLLL
YYWW
1
7.00±0.10
C Standard Branding Reference View
N = Device part number
T = Temperature code
A = Amperage range
L = Lot number
Y = Last two digits of year of manufacture
W = Week of manufacture
= Supplier emblem
0.51±0.10
1.9±0.2
A Dambar removal intrusion
B Perimeter through-holes recommended
C Branding scale and appearance at supplier discretion
For Reference Only; not for tooling use (reference DWG-9111, DWG-9110)
Dimensions in millimeters
Dimensions exclusive of mold flash, gate burrs, and dambar protrusions
Exact case and lead configuration at supplier discretion within limits shown
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Revision History
Revision
Revision Date
Rev. 6
March 25, 2011
Description of Revision
Augment VCC specification
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