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INA260AIPWR

TIINA260AIPWR

Texas Instruments
Current & Power Monitors & Regulators 36V 16-bit precisi o n i2c output curren A 595-INA260AIPW
NRND5,262 in stock

Overview

The INA260AIPWR is a high-precision, 16-bit digital current, voltage, and power monitor featuring an integrated 2-milliohm shunt resistor. It simplifies system design by eliminating the need for external sensing components while providing accurate measurements over a 0V to 36V common-mode range through an I2C and SMBus compatible interface.

Why Choose This Part

The primary advantage is the integrated shunt resistor, which is calibrated at the factory to provide a total current measurement accuracy of 0.15 percent. This integration reduces PCB layout complexity, minimizes parasitic resistance issues, and saves significant board space compared to discrete solutions.

Applications

Battery Management Systems
Monitoring charge and discharge cycles in battery packs with high precision and low overhead.
Power Distribution Units (PDU)
Real-time tracking of power consumption and voltage levels in rack-mounted server equipment.
Industrial Automation
Monitoring current draw in motor controllers and solenoid drivers for diagnostic and safety purposes.
Telecom Infrastructure
Measuring input power consumption in high-voltage communication hardware.

Key Specifications

Accuracy +/-0.15%
Function Current Monitor
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 16-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
Sensing Method High/Low-Side
Voltage - Input 0V ~ 36V
Current - Output 10mA
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 125degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 16-TSSOP

Getting Started

To evaluate this part, use the INA260EVM evaluation module which connects to TI's SM-USB-DIG platform. Developers can communicate with the device via standard I2C at addresses selectable from 16 programmable options, and the ALERT pin can be configured to trigger on overcurrent or overvoltage conditions.

INA260 Family

Part NumberDifferenceStock
INA260EVM EVM 5

Also Consider

INA219AIDCNR TITexas Instruments - Lower cost alternative for applications where an external shunt resistor is preferred or required for higher current levels.
INA226AIDGSR TITexas Instruments - Provides similar 16-bit precision and 36V range but requires an external shunt, offering flexibility in power dissipation.