Current Sensors

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
DHR 100 C420

DHR 100 C420

LEM USA, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT HALL 100A AC/DC

0

HAIS 200-P

HAIS 200-P

LEM USA, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT HALL 200A AC/DC

435

HLSR 10-SM/SP33

HLSR 10-SM/SP33

LEM USA, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT HALL 10A AC/DC

149

DHR 300 C240

DHR 300 C240

LEM USA, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT HALL 300A AC/DC

0

LA 25-NP

LA 25-NP

LEM USA, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT HALL SELECTABLE

165

LA200-P

LA200-P

LEM USA, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT HALL 200A AC/DC

149

CTSR 0.6-P

CTSR 0.6-P

LEM USA, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT FLUX 600MA AC/DC

91

HAIS 50-TP

HAIS 50-TP

LEM USA, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT HALL 50A AC/DC

10

HAS 200-S

HAS 200-S

LEM USA, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT HALL 200A AC/DC

218

HAIS 100-P

HAIS 100-P

LEM USA, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT HALL 100A AC/DC

288

GO 10 SMS/SP3

GO 10 SMS/SP3

LEM USA, Inc.

CURRENT TRANSDUCER INTGRATED PRI

1810

HLSR 20-SM/SP33

HLSR 20-SM/SP33

LEM USA, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT HALL 20A AC/DC

230

LKSR 15-NP KIT

LKSR 15-NP KIT

LEM USA, Inc.

3 PIECE KIT SENSOR CURRENT HALL

6

HMS 15-P

HMS 15-P

LEM USA, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT HALL 15A AC/DC

0

CKSR 6-NP

CKSR 6-NP

LEM USA, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT FLUX 6A AC/DC

296

HAL 400-S

HAL 400-S

LEM USA, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT HALL 400A AC/DC

41

HXS 20-NP

HXS 20-NP

LEM USA, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT HALL 5A, 10A, 20A

332

LXSR 6-NPS KIT

LXSR 6-NPS KIT

LEM USA, Inc.

3 PIECE KIT SENSOR CURRENT HALL

2

HO 8-NSM/SP33-1000

HO 8-NSM/SP33-1000

LEM USA, Inc.

SENSOR CURRENT HALL 8A AC/DC

47

HOYS 500-S-0100

HOYS 500-S-0100

LEM USA, Inc.

500A OPEN LOOP BUS BAR MOUNT

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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