The INA208AID is a high-precision current shunt and power monitor with an I2C-compatible interface, designed and manufactured by Texas Instruments (TI). This device offers industry-leading performance for system-side current sensing in applications such as servers, telecom equipment, and other computing systems.
Key Features and Benefits
- High Accuracy: The INA208AID provides precise current measurement with an accuracy of 0.1%, making it suitable for critical applications where precise data is paramount.
- Wide Common-Mode Range: It operates over a wide common-mode voltage range from -0.3V to +26V, which is independent of the supply voltage. This feature allows for versatile deployment in various circuit configurations.
- Adjustable Averaging: With an internal digital filter, users can adjust the averaging for noise reduction, enabling flexible adaptation to the noise characteristics of different applications.
- I2C Interface: The I2C-compatible interface provides straightforward integration with microcontrollers and processors, facilitating digital communication and configuration.
- Multiple Gain Options: The INA208AID is available with multiple gain options to accommodate different shunt resistor values and current ranges, enhancing its adaptability to diverse system requirements.
Applications
- Power management in servers and telecommunication equipment
- Battery chargers and management systems
- Industrial and automotive systems
- Portable instrumentation
Technical Specifications
| Accuracy: |
0.1% |
| Common-Mode Voltage: |
-0.3V to +26V |
| Supply Voltage: |
2.7V to 5.5V |
| Operating Temperature: |
-40°C to +125°C |
| Interface: |
I2C-compatible |
The INA208AID from Texas Instruments is a robust and reliable solution for high-accuracy current and power monitoring, offering a host of features that make it a versatile choice for a wide array of electronic systems.