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MAX9634FEUK+T

ADIMAX9634FEUK+T

Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
Current Sense Amplifier 1 Circuit SOT-23-5
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Overview

The MAX9634FEUK+T is an ultra-low-power, high-side current-sense amplifier designed for precision monitoring in space-constrained applications. It operates with a supply current of just 1.1uA and supports a wide input common-mode range from 1.6V to 28V, making it ideal for battery-powered systems. This specific variant features a fixed gain of 50V/V in a compact 5-pin SOT23 package.

Why Choose This Part

The primary advantage is the industry-leading 1.1uA supply current, which minimizes the impact on the system's total power budget. It offers high precision with a 100uV maximum input offset voltage and a low 0.5% gain error. The wide 28V common-mode range allows for flexible placement on high-voltage rails without needing a separate supply voltage for the IC.

Applications

Battery-Powered Handhelds
Monitoring discharge rates in smartphones, tablets, and portable medical devices where power conservation is critical.
Power Management Systems
Providing real-time current feedback for LDO or switching regulator control loops to prevent overcurrent conditions.
Solar Energy Harvesting
Tracking low-level charging currents from small photovoltaic cells in remote IoT sensor nodes.
Notebook Computers
Measuring rail currents to optimize thermal management and battery life reporting.

Key Specifications

Mounting Type Surface Mount
Amplifier Type Current Sense
Package / Case SC-74A, SOT-753
Current - Supply 1.1uA
Number of Circuits 1
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC
Gain Bandwidth Product 125 kHz
Voltage - Input Offset 100 uV
Supplier Device Package SOT-23-5

Getting Started

To evaluate this part, use the MAX9634EVKIT, which provides a pre-assembled PCB to test various gain options and load conditions. When designing your PCB, place a 0.1uF ceramic bypass capacitor close to the supply pin and use Kelvin sensing connections across the shunt resistor to maintain measurement accuracy. Ensure the shunt resistor value is chosen so the maximum differential voltage does not exceed the output swing limits at your target gain.

Also Consider

INA219 TITexas Instruments - Offers a digital I2C interface for current, voltage, and power monitoring if an analog output is not desired.
MAX9938FEUK+T ADIAnalog Devices Inc. - A similar ultra-low-power amplifier featuring even lower offset voltage for higher precision applications.