The MAX471ESA+T from Maxim Integrated is a high-quality, precision current sense amplifier, designed for a wide range of applications requiring current monitoring and control. This device is particularly well-suited for portable devices, battery management systems, and power management tasks where space is at a premium and high accuracy is essential.

Key Features

• High-Side Current Sensing: The MAX471ESA+T measures the current drawn across a shunt resistor placed in the high side of the circuit, allowing for easy measurement of load current without interfering with the ground path of the load.
• Wide Supply Voltage Range: It operates from a supply voltage range of 3V to 36V, making it versatile for various applications from low-voltage portable devices to higher voltage automotive systems.
• Low Power Consumption: With its quiescent current specified at a mere 100µA, this current sense amplifier is an excellent choice for power-sensitive applications.
• High Accuracy: The MAX471ESA+T provides accurate current measurement with a low input offset voltage, ensuring precise monitoring and control of the load current.
• Compact Package: Available in an 8-pin SOIC package, the MAX471ESA+T is compact and suitable for space-constrained applications.

Applications

• Portable Devices
• Battery Management
• Power Supply Monitoring
• Automotive Systems
• System Load Detection and Management

The MAX471ESA+T is an integral component for designers looking to integrate current sensing capabilities into their systems with minimal impact on overall power consumption and board space. Its robust design and wide operating voltage range make it a reliable choice for both industrial and consumer applications.

Maxim Integrated's commitment to quality ensures that the MAX471ESA+T current sense amplifier meets the stringent requirements of a diverse array of applications, delivering both performance and reliability to your current sensing solutions.