Semiconductor current transformers...?

Nov 09, 2007 4 Replies

Hi,



I wonder if there exist simple current transformer solutions using hall effect devices instead of bulky wound coils. I need to measure current between 0 and 100amps flowing in 1-phase or 3-phase mains cables. The units should contain an A/D converter with output to a standard bus, like for example 1-wire etc..



Has anyone here heard about simple yet relatively accurate (+/- 3%) current sense devices / solutions with digital output..?



Thanks for comments and info



regards



Geir


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"Geir Holmavatn"

** Did you try Google with

" current transducer digital " ???

...... Phil

Most such devices seem to be SMT ICs that do this job. I think that DigiKey and Mouser carry a number of them (3-5 makers, various sensitivities).

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