ACS37041KLHBLT-010B5 Current Sensor Compact Carrier -10A to +10A, 5V

ACS37041 Current Sensor Micro Carrier (top) and Compact Carrier (bottom) basic dimensions with Pololu quarter for size reference.

Pololu are offering these breakout boards with support from Allegro Microsystems as an easy way to use or evaluate their ACS37041 Hall effect–based, electrically isolated current sensors; Pololu therefore recommend careful reading of the ACS37041 datasheet before using this product. The following list details some of the sensor’s key features:

• Hall effect–based sensor with electrically isolated current path allows the sensor to be inserted anywhere along the current path and to be used in applications that require galvanic isolation.
• Low primary current path resistance of 1.6 mO in the sensor IC, so very little power is lost in the module.
• Differential Hall sensing rejects common-mode fields, so the orientation of the sensor relative to uniform external magnetic fields (e.g. the Earth’s magnetic field) has less effect on the measurement.
• High-bandwidth 150 kHz analog output voltage proportional to AC or DC currents.
• Less than 5 µs response time.
• Output is not ratiometric (i.e. the zero point and sensitivity are independent of the actual supply voltage), which provides immunity from noisy supplies.
• Integrated temperature compensation circuitry allows improved accuracy over the full operating temperature range.
• Automotive-grade operating temperature range of -40°C to 125°C.
• Carrier boards, available in micro (0.3"×0.4") and Pololu's standard compact (0.7"×0.8") sizes, offer a variety of ways to insert it into the current path along with 0.1"-pitch (breadboard-compatible) power, ground, and output pins.
• 3.3V and 5V versions available.

The connection points and the direction interpreted as positive current flow are labeled on the bottom silkscreen.

The following table lists the available ACS37041 carrier options:

	Pololu Item #	Part Suffix	Supply Voltage	Current Range	Sensitivity (mV/A)	Zero Point	Size	PCB Details
Micro Carriers
	#5440 (coming June 2025)	010B3	3.0 V to 3.6 V	±10 A	132	1.65 V	0.3"×0.4"	2 layers, 1-oz copper
	#5441	030B3		±30 A	44
	#5442	010B5	4.5 V to 5.5 V	±10 A	200	2.5 V
	#5443	030B5		±30 A	66.7
Compact Carriers
	#5444 (coming June 2025)	010B3	3.0 V to 3.6 V	±10 A	132	1.65 V	0.7"×0.8"	2 layers, 2-oz copper
	#5445	030B3		±30 A	44
	#5446	010B5	4.5 V to 5.5 V	±10 A	200	2.5 V
	#5447	030B5		±30 A	66.7

Details for item #5446

ACS37041KLHBLT-010B5 Current Sensor Compact Carrier -10A to +10A, 5V.

ACS37041 Current Sensor Compact Carrier.

This compact carrier features the ACS37041KLHBLT-010B5, which is intended for nominal 5 V operation and is designed for bidirectional input current from -10 A to +10 A. This version can be visually distinguished from the other versions by the “5V B10” printed on the bottom side, as shown in the left picture above.

A smaller micro carrier is also available for this sensor IC for more space-constrained applications or to evaluate the IC’s performance with a small PCB area for thermal dissipation.

Using the sensor

This sensor has five required connections: the input current (IP+ and IP-), logic power (VDD and GND), and the sensor output (VOUT).

The sensor requires a supply voltage of 4.5 V to 5.5 V to be connected across the VDD and GND pads, which are labeled on the bottom silkscreen. The sensor outputs an analog voltage on VOUT that is centered at 2.5 V and changes by 200 mV per amp of input current, with positive current increasing the output voltage and negative current decreasing the output voltage: V OUT = 2.5 V + 0.200 V A · I P

I P = V OUT – 2.5 V 0.200 V A = ( V OUT – 2.5 V ) · 5

The output is not ratiometric, so the zero point and sensitivity are independent of the actual supply voltage.

Making connections to the board

You can insert the board into your current path in a variety of ways. For typical high-current applications, you can solder wires directly to the through-holes that best match your wires, or you can use solderless ring terminal connectors. The largest through-holes are big enough for 10 AWG wires or #6 or M3.5 screws, and the second-largest through-holes (and mounting holes) are sized for 14 AWG wires or #2 or M2 screws. Holes with 0.1", 3.5 mm, and 5 mm spacing are also available as shown in the diagram above for connecting male header pins or terminal blocks, but please note that these connection options will generally not be suitable for the kinds of high currents intended for this sensor. The pictures below show examples of various connection options with the ACS37220 compact carrier, which has the same physical dimensions as the ACS37041 compact carrier.

The VOUT, VDD, and GND pins work with 0.1"-pitch header pins and are compatible with standard solderless breadboards

Warning: This product is intended for use below 30 V. Working with higher voltages can be extremely dangerous and should only be attempted by qualified individuals with appropriate equipment and experience.

Schematic and dimension diagrams

ACS37041/2 Current Sensor Carrier schematic diagram.

The dimension diagram is available as a downloadable PDF (416k pdf).

Real-world power dissipation considerations

Thermal image of a high-current test of a Pololu current sensor carrier (not necessarily this product).

In Pololu's tests, Pololu found that the micro carrier board (cs08a) could conduct about 25 A continuously, and compact carrier board (cs08b) could conduct about 30 A continuously, without reaching the thermal limit for the IC. Pololu's tests were conducted at approximately 25°C ambient temperature with no forced air flow.

The actual current you can pass through the sensor will depend on how well you can keep it cool. The carrier’s printed circuit board is designed to help with this by drawing heat out of the sensor chip. Solid connections to the current path pins (such as with thick soldered wires or large, tightly-secured lugs) can also help reduce heat build-up in the sensor and carrier board.

Warning: Exceeding temperature or current limits can cause permanent damage to the sensor. If you are measuring an average continuous current greater than 20 A, Pololu strongly recommend that you monitor the sensor’s temperature and look into additional cooling if necessary.

This product can get hot enough to burn you long before the chip overheats. Take care when handling this product and other components connected to it.

Comparison of the Pololu current sensor carriers

Pololu have a variety of current sensors available with different ranges, sensitivities, and features. The table below summarizes Pololu's selection of active and preferred options:

	ACS37041 Current Sensor Micro Carriers	ACS37041 Current Sensor Compact Carriers	ACS711 Current Sensor Carriers	ACS71240 Current Sensor Carriers	ACS724 Current Sensor Carriers	ACS37220 Current Sensor Compact Carriers	ACS37220 Current Sensor Large Carriers	ACS37030 Current Sensor Compact Carriers	ACS37030 Current Sensor Large Carriers	ACS72981 Current Sensor Compact Carriers	ACS72981 Current Sensor Large Carriers	CT432/CT433 TMR Current Sensor Compact Carriers	CT432/CT433 TMR Current Sensor Large Carriers
Allegro Sensor	ACS37041		ACS711KEXT	ACS71240	ACS724LLCTR	ACS37220		ACS37030		ACS72981xLR		CT432/CT433
Sensing technology	Hall effect		Hall effect	Hall effect	Hall effect	Hall effect		Hall effect + inductive coil		Hall effect		XtremeSense™ TMR (tunneling magnetoresistance)
Logic voltage range	3.3V versions: 3.0–3.6 V 5V versions: 4.75–5.5 V		3.0–5.5 V	3.3V ver: 3.0–3.6 V 5V ver: 4.5–5.5 V	4.5–5.5 V	3.3V versions: 3.15–3.45 V 5V versions: 4.5–5.5 V		3.0–3.6 V		3.3V versions: 3.0–3.6 V 5V versions: 4.5–5.5 V		3.3V versions: 3.0–3.6 V 5V versions: 4.75–5.5 V
Family current range	10–30 A		15.5–31 A	10–50 A	2.5–50 A	100–200 A		20–65 A		50–200 A		20–70 A
Current range/ sensitivity of individual versions	3.3V Bidirectional: ±30 A / 44 mV/A 5V Bidirectional: ±10 A / 200 mV/A ±30 A / 66.7 mV/A	3.3V Bidirectional: ±30 A / 44 mV/A 5V Bidirectional: ±10 A / 200 mV/A ±30 A / 66.7 mV/A	Bidirectional:(1) ±15.5 A / 90 mV/A ±31 A / 45 mV/A	3.3V Bidirectional: ±10 A / 132 mV/A ±30 A / 44 mV/A ±50 A / 26.4 mV/A 5V Bidirectional: ±10 A / 200 mV/A ±30 A / 66 mV/A ±50 A / 40 mV/A 5V Unidirectional: 0–?50 A / 80 mv/A	5V Bidirectional:(2) ±2.5 A / 800 mV/A ±5 A / 400 mV/A ±10 A / 200 mV/A ±20 A / 100 mV/A ±30 A / 66 mV/A ±50 A / 40 mV/A 5V Unidirectional:(2) 0–?5 A / 800 mv/A 0–?10 A / 400 mv/A 0–?20 A / 200 mv/A 0–?30 A / 133 mV/A	3.3V Bidirectional: ±100 A / 13.2 mV/A ±150 A / 8.8 mV/A 5V Bidirectional: ±100 A / 20 mV/A ±150 A / 13.3 mV/A ±200 A / 10 mV/A	3.3V Bidirectional: ±100 A / 13.2 mV/A ±150 A / 8.8 mV/A 5V Bidirectional: ±100 A / 20 mV/A ±150 A / 13.3 mV/A ±200 A / 10 mV/A	3.3V Bidirectional: ±20 A / 66 mV/A ±65 A / 20.3 mV/A	3.3V Bidirectional: ±65 A / 20.3 mV/A	3.3V Bidirectional:(1) ±50 A / 26.4 mV/A ±100 A / 13.2 mV/A ±150 A / 8.8 mV/A ±200 A / 6.6 mV/A 3.3V Unidirectional:(1) 0–?50 A / 52.8 mv/A 0–?100 A / 26.4 mv/A 0–?150 A / 17.6 mv/A 0–?200 A / 13.2 mv/A 5V Bidirectional:(2) ±50 A / 40 mV/A ±100 A / 20 mV/A ±150 A / 13.3 mV/A ±200 A / 10 mV/A 5V Unidirectional:(2) 0–?100 A / 40 mv/A 0–?150 A / 26.7 mv/A	3.3V Bidirectional:(1) ±50 A / 26.4 mV/A ±100 A / 13.2 mV/A ±150 A / 8.8 mV/A ±200 A / 6.6 mV/A 3.3V Unidirectional:(1) 0–?50 A / 52.8 mv/A 0–?100 A / 26.4 mv/A 0–?150 A / 17.6 mv/A 0–?200 A / 13.2 mv/A 5V Bidirectional:(2) ±50 A / 40 mV/A ±100 A / 20 mV/A ±150 A / 13.3 mV/A ±200 A / 10 mV/A 5V Unidirectional:(2) 0–?100 A / 40 mv/A 0–?150 A / 26.7 mv/A	3.3V Bidirectional: ±20 A / 50 mV/A ±30 A / 33.3 mV/A ±50 A / 20 mV/A ±70 A / 14.3 mV/A 3.3V Unidirectional: 0–?20 A / 100 mv/A 0–?30 A / 66.7 mv/A 0–?50 A / 40 mv/A 0–?65 A / 30.8 mv/A 5V Bidirectional: ±20 A / 100 mV/A ±30 A / 66.7 mV/A ±50 A / 40 mV/A ±65 A / 30.8 mV/A 5V Unidirectional: 0–?20 A / 200 mv/A 0–?30 A / 133.3 mv/A 0–?50 A / 80 mv/A 0–?70 A / 57.1 mv/A	3.3V Bidirectional: ±50 A / 20 mV/A ±70 A / 14.3 mV/A 3.3V Unidirectional: 0–?50 A / 40 mv/A 0–?65 A / 30.8 mv/A 5V Bidirectional: ±50 A / 40 mV/A ±65 A / 30.8 mV/A 5V Unidirectional: 0–?50 A / 80 mv/A 0–?70 A / 57.1 mv/A
IC current path resistance	1.6 mO		0.6 mO	0.6 mO	0.6 mO	0.1 mO		0.7 mO		0.2 mO		1 mO
PCB	2 layers, 1-oz copper	2 layers, 2-oz copper	2 layers, 2-oz copper	2 layers, 2-oz copper	2 layers, 2- or 4-oz copper(4)	2 layers, 2-oz copper	6 layers, 2-oz copper	2 layers, 2-oz copper	6 layers, 2-oz copper	6 layers, 2-oz copper	2 or 4 layers(5), 2-oz copper	6 layers, 2-oz copper
Max bandwidth	150 kHz		100 kHz	120 kHz	120 kHz(3)	150 kHz		5 MHz		250 kHz		1 MHz
Size	0.3" × 0.4"	0.7" × 0.8"	0.7" × 0.8"	0.7" × 0.8"	0.7" × 0.8"	0.7" × 0.8"	1.4" × 1.2"	0.7" × 0.8"	1.4" × 1.2"	0.7" × 0.8"	1.4" × 1.2"	0.8" × 1.1"	1.4" × 1.2"
Overcurrent fault output						User-configurable threshold
Common-mode field rejection
Nonratiometric output

Note 1: Sensitivity when Vcc = 3.3 V; actual sensitivity is ratiometric (i.e. it is proportional to Vcc).
Note 2: Sensitivity when Vcc = 5 V; actual sensitivity is ratiometric (i.e. it is proportional to Vcc).
Note 3: Bandwidth can be reduced by adding a filter capacitor.
Note 4: 50A version uses 4-oz copper PCB; all other versions use 2-oz copper.
Note 5: 50A and higher versions use a 4-layer PCB; all other versions use a 2-layer PCB.

Dimensions

General specifications

Identifying markings

Notes:

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Typical.

File downloads

• Dimension diagrams of the ACS37041 Current Sensor Carriers (416k pdf)

• 3D model of the ACS37041 Current Sensor Compact Carriers (3MB step)

• Drill guide for the ACS37041 Current Sensor Compact Carriers (18k dxf)

  This DXF drawing shows the locations of all of the board’s holes.

Recommended links

• ACS37041/2 datasheet

• Allegro product page for the ACS37041 and ACS37042 Integrated Hall-Effect Current Sensors

  Allegro product page for the ACS37041/2, where you can find application notes and other resources.