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MAX9918, MAX9919, MAX9920

-20V to +75V Input Range, Precision Uni-/Bidirectional, Current-Sense Amplifiers

Current-Sense Amplifiers with Input Common Range that Extends Well Below Ground (-20V)

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Description

The MAX9918/MAX9919/MAX9920 are single-supply, high-accuracy current-sense amplifiers with a high input common-mode range that extends from -20V to +75V. These amplifiers are well suited for current monitoring of inductive loads such as motors and solenoids, where common-mode voltages can become negative due to inductive kickback, reverse-battery conditions, or transient events.

The MAX9918/MAX9920 feature adjustable gain set by an external resistive-divider network. The MAX9919 features fixed gains of 45V/V (MAX9919F) and 90V/V (MAX9919N). The MAX9918/MAX9919/MAX9920 operate as unidirectional amplifiers when VREFIN = GND and as bidirectional amplifiers when VREFIN = VCC/2. The MAX9920 attenuates the input signal by a factor of 4 at the input level-shifting stage allowing the device to sense voltages up to 200mV (unidirectional operation) or ±100mV (bidirectional operation).

The MAX9918/MAX9919/MAX9920 operate with a single 5V supply voltage, are fully specified over the -40°C to +125°C automotive temperature range, and are available in an 8-pin SOIC package.
 

Data Sheet

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Key Features

  • -20V to +75V Input Common-Mode Voltage Range
  • 400µV (max) Input Offset Voltage
  • 0.6% (max) Gain Accuracy Error
  • Uni- or Bidirectional Current Sensing
  • Reference Input for Bidirectional OUT
  • 120kHz, -3dB Bandwidth (MAX9919N)
  • Single-Supply Operation (4.5V to 5.5V)
  • 1mA Supply Current
  • 0.5µA (typ) Shutdown Current
  • Rail-to-Rail Output
  • -40°C to +125°C Automotive Temperature Range
 

Applications/Uses

  • 4x4 Transmission Control
  • Current Monitoring of Inductive Loads
  • Electronic Throttle Control
  • H-Bridge Motor Current Sensing
  • High- and Low-Side Precision Current Sensing
  • Precision High-Voltage Current Monitoring
  • Solenoid Current Sensing
  • Super-Capacitor Charge/Discharge Monitoring in Hybrid Cars
   

Key Specifications:

Current Sense Amplifiers
Part Number CMVR
(V)
CMVR
(V)
VCC
(V)
VCC
(V)
ICC
(µA)
Bi-Dir. Curr. Sense VSENSE_FS
(mV)
VOS @25°C
(µV)
Gain Gain Accuracy @25°C
(%)
BW
(kHz)
Comp-
arators
Oper. Temp.
(°C)
Package/Pins Budgetary Price
min max min max typ recomm. max max @ -3dB See Notes
MAX9918  -20 75 4.5 5.5 1000 Yes 50 400 Adj. 0.6 75 0 -40 to +125
SOIC(N)-EP/8
$0.94 @1k
MAX9919  50 400
45 V/V
90 V/V
0.45
120
250
SOIC(N)-EP/8
-
MAX9920  200 1200 Adj. 1 230
SOIC(N)-EP/8
-
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Pricing Notes:
This pricing is BUDGETARY, for comparing similar parts. Prices are in U.S. dollars and subject to change. Quantity pricing may vary substantially and international prices may differ due to local duties, taxes, fees, and exchange rates. For volume-specific prices and delivery, please see the price and availability page or contact an authorized distributor.


Diagram

MAX9918, MAX9919, MAX9920: Typical Operating Circuit
Typical Operating Circuit

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