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SS443A

SS443A

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions
Digital Switch Unipolar Switch Open Collector Hall Effect Radial Lead
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Overview

The SS443A is a high-performance unipolar Hall-effect digital switch from Honeywell designed for reliable position sensing and speed detection. It operates on a wide supply voltage range from 3.8V to 30V and features a temperature-compensated open-collector output capable of sinking 20mA. The device utilizes a quad-Hall IC design to minimize the effects of mechanical stress on the sensor's sensitivity.

Why Choose This Part

The SS443A offers excellent thermal stability through temperature-compensated magnetics, ensuring consistent trip and release points from 7.5mT to 18mT across its operating range. Its wide 30V input capability allows it to interface directly with industrial 24V logic systems, while the open-collector output simplifies interfacing with different logic voltage levels via a pull-up resistor.

Applications

Brushless DC Motor Commutation
Used to detect rotor position for timing the electronic switching of motor windings.
Speed and RPM Sensing
Reliably detects the passage of a south pole magnet on a rotating shaft or gear.
Proximity and Limit Switching
Acts as a non-contact limit switch in industrial automation and robotics where physical contact is undesirable.
Flow Rate Sensing
Integrates into flow meters to count revolutions of an internal impeller containing a magnet.

Key Specifications

Features Temperature Compensated
Function Unipolar Switch
Technology Hall Effect
Output Type Open Collector
Polarization South Pole
Mounting Type Through Hole
Sensing Range 18mT Trip, 7.5mT Release
Package / Case TO-226-3, TO-92-3 Short Body
Test Condition 25degC
Voltage - Supply 3.8V ~ 30V
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 150degC (TA)
Current - Output (Max) 20mA
Current - Supply (Max) 10mA
Supplier Device Package Radial Lead

Getting Started

To integrate the SS443A, connect the supply voltage (Pin 1) and ground (Pin 2), then place a 10k ohm pull-up resistor between the output (Pin 3) and your microcontroller's VCC. Ensure the magnet's south pole faces the branded front of the TO-92 package to trigger the sensor. Use an oscilloscope to verify the switching threshold and ensure the magnet is within the 18mT trip distance.

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