Current Sensors

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
CR4260-25

CR4260-25

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT XFMR 25A AC

0

CRD4150-5

CRD4150-5

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT XFMR 5A AC

0

CR4480-30

CR4480-30

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT XFMR 30A AC

0

CR9550-50-M

CR9550-50-M

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT XFMR 50A AC

0

CR5220S-75

CR5220S-75

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT HALL 75A DC

0

CR4410-0.5

CR4410-0.5

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT XFMR 0.5A AC

0

CR4460-10

CR4460-10

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT XFMR 10A AC

0

CR4150-25

CR4150-25

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT XFMR 25A AC

0

CR4470-25

CR4470-25

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT XFMR 25A AC

0

CR4211S-70

CR4211S-70

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT XFMR 70A AC

0

CR5211S-30

CR5211S-30

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT HALL 30A DC

0

CR5220S-150

CR5220S-150

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT HALL 150A DC

0

CR4160-0.5

CR4160-0.5

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT XFMR 0.5A AC

0

CR4450-30

CR4450-30

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT XFMR 30A AC

0

CR4410-15

CR4410-15

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT XFMR 15A AC

0

CR4111-15

CR4111-15

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT XFMR 15A AC

0

CR4460-30

CR4460-30

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT XFMR 30A AC

0

CR4111-10

CR4111-10

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT XFMR 10A AC

0

CR4420S-100

CR4420S-100

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT XFMR 100A AC

0

CR4320-5

CR4320-5

CR Magnetics, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT XFMR 5A AC

0

Current Sensors

1. Overview

Current sensors are transducers that measure electric current flow in conductors and convert it into proportional electrical signals. They play critical roles in energy management, motor control, power quality monitoring, and system protection across industries. Modern applications demand high accuracy, galvanic isolation, and fast response times for optimizing efficiency in electrified systems.

2. Major Types & Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Shunt ResistorLow cost, inline measurement, direct current conversion via Ohm's lawPower supplies, battery management systems
Hall EffectGalvanic isolation, DC/AC measurement, moderate bandwidthAutomotive traction inverters, industrial motor drives
Current TransformerHigh-voltage isolation, AC-only operation, high accuracyGrid metering, circuit breaker protection
Rogowski CoilFlexible coreless design, fast transient response, requires integratorPulsed power systems, fault current detection
Optical Current SensorImmune to EMI, high precision, complex signal processingSmart grids, high-voltage substations

3. Structure & Components

Typical current sensors contain: 1) Sensing element (shunt resistor, Hall chip, magnetic core) 2) Signal conditioning circuitry (amplifiers, filters) 3) Isolation barrier (if applicable) 4) Output interface (analog voltage/current, digital protocols). High-performance models integrate temperature compensation and digital calibration features.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
Measurement RangeMaximum current capacity (e.g., 500A)Determines application suitability
Accuracy ClassError tolerance (e.g., 0.5%)System control reliability
BandwidthFrequency response (DC-100kHz)Dynamic performance capability
Isolation VoltageDielectric withstand rating (e.g., 3kV)Electrical safety compliance
Response TimeSignal output delay ( s-ms range)Protection system effectiveness

5. Application Fields

Key industries include: Renewable energy (solar inverters, wind turbines), Automotive (EV battery management, 48V systems), Industrial automation (CNC machines, robotics), Consumer electronics (smart meters), Aerospace (actuator monitoring). Typical equipment: Variable frequency drives, uninterruptible power supplies, charging stations.

6. Leading Manufacturers & Products

ManufacturerProduct SeriesKey Features
LEM SAHASS & LTSR SeriesOpen-loop Hall effect with ASIC processing
Allegro MicroACS758/ACS3761xGalvanically isolated Hall ICs
HoneywellCSP-VA/CSNP SeriesCurrent transformers for grid applications
TT ElectronicsPulse SeriesHigh-precision shunt resistors
ACR SystemsRogowski Coil ModelsFlexible aperture AC measurement

7. Selection Recommendations

Key considerations: 1) Required measurement range vs peak currents 2) DC/AC signal type compatibility 3) Isolation requirements 4) Environmental conditions (temperature, vibration) 5) Cost vs performance trade-offs. Example: For EV battery management, select Hall-effect sensors with 200A range, 1% accuracy, and automotive qualification.

8. Industry Trends

Emerging trends include: 1) Integration with IoT for predictive maintenance 2) Wide bandgap semiconductor-based sensors 3) Increased adoption of closed-loop Hall sensors for EV applications 4) MEMS-based miniaturized current monitoring 5) AI-enhanced signal processing for harmonic analysis. The market is projected to grow at 7.2% CAGR through 2030 driven by electrification demands.

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