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ACS72981LLRATR-050B5 Current Sensor Large Carrier -50A to +50A, 5V

SKU: POLOLU-5271 Brand: Pololu

This is the large version of a simple carrier for Allegro’s ACS72981LLRATR-050B5 Hall effect-based, electrically isolated current sensor, which offers a...

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ACS72981 Current Sensor Compact Carrier (top) and Large Carrier (bottom) size comparison.

Pololu are offering these breakout boards with support from Allegro Microsystems as an easy way to use or evaluate their ACS72981xLR Hall effect-based, electrically isolated current sensors; Pololu therefore recommend careful reading of the ACS72981 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 electrical isolation.
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.
The conductive path internal resistance is typically 0.2 mO, and the PCB is made with 6 layers of 2-oz copper, so very little power is lost in the module.
High-bandwidth 250 kHz analog output voltage proportional to AC or DC currents
Less than 2 µs response time.
Integrated digital temperature compensation circuitry allows improved accuracy over the full operating temperature range.
Carrier boards, available in compact and large 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.
Unidirectional and bidirectional versions available.

The connection points are labeled on the bottom silkscreen. The silkscreen also shows the direction that is interpreted as positive current flow via the +i arrow.

The following table lists the available ACS72981 carrier options:

	Pololu Item #	Part Suffix	Supply Voltage (V)	Current Range		Sensitivity @ Nominal Vcc (mV/A)	Zero Point @ Nominal Vcc (V)	Size


Large Carrier	#5270	050B3	3.0 to 3.6 (3.3 nominal)	Bidirectional	±50 A	26.4	1.65	1.4"×1.2"
	#5273	100B3			±100 A	13.2
	#5277	150B3			±150 A	8.8
	#5281	200B3			±200 A	6.6
	#5272	050U3		Unidirectional	0-50 A	52.8	0.33
	#5275	100U3			0-100 A	26.4
	#5279	150U3			0-150 A	17.6
	#5283	200U3			0-200 A	13.2
	#5271	050B5	4.5 to 5.5 (5 nominal)	Bidirectional	±50 A	40	2.5
	#5274	100B5			±100 A	20
	#5278	150B5			±150 A	13.3
	#5282	200B5			±200 A	10
	#5276	100U5		Unidirectional	0-100 A	40	0.5
	#5280	150U5		Unidirectional	0-150 A	26.7	0.5


Compact Carrier	#5250	050B3	3.0 to 3.6 (3.3 nominal)	Bidirectional	±50 A	26.4	1.65	0.7"×0.8"
	#5253	100B3			±100 A	13.2
	#5257	150B3			±150 A	8.8
	#5261	200B3			±200 A	6.6
	#5252	050U3		Unidirectional	0-50 A	52.8	0.33
	#5255	100U3			0-100 A	26.4
	#5259	150U3			0-150 A	17.6
	#5263	200U3			0-200 A	13.2
	#5251	050B5	4.5 to 5.5 (5 nominal)	Bidirectional	±50 A	40	2.5
	#5254	100B5			±100 A	20
	#5258	150B5			±150 A	13.3
	#5262	200B5			±200 A	10
	#5256	100U5		Unidirectional	0-100 A	40	0.5
	#5260	150U5		Unidirectional	0-150 A	26.7	0.5

Details for item #5271

ACS72981LLRATR-050B5 Current Sensor Large Carrier -50A to +50A, 5V, bottom view.

ACS72981 Current Sensor Large Carrier.

This large carrier features the ACS72981LLRATR-050B5, which is intended for nominal 5 V operation and is designed for bidirectional input current from -50 A to +50 A. This version can be visually distinguished from the other versions by the “5V B05” printed on the bottom side, as shown in the left picture above.

Part Suffix	Range	Supply Voltage	Sensitivity @ 5 V	Zero Point @ 5 V	Size
050B5	±50 A (bidirectional)	4.5 V to 5.5 V	40 mV/A	2.5 V	1.4"×1.2"

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

Using the sensor

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

The sensor requires a supply voltage of 4.5 V to 5.5 V to be connected across the VCC and GND pads, which are labeled on the bottom silkscreen. The sensor outputs a ratiometric analog voltage on VIOUT that is centered at VCC/2 and changes by 40 mV × (VCC/5 V) per amp of input current, with positive current increasing the output voltage and negative current decreasing the output voltage:

``V_"IOUT" = V_"CC" / 2 + 0.04 text(V)/text(A) * V_"CC" / (5 text(V)) * I_"P" = V_"CC" * (1/2 + I_"P" / (125 text(A)))``

``I_"P" = 125 text(A) * (V_"IOUT" / V_"CC" – 1/2)``

The VIOUT, VCC, and GND pins work with 0.1"-pitch header pins and are compatible with standard solderless breadboards.

You can insert the board into your current path in a variety of ways. The largest through-holes are 8.4 mm in diameter with 20 mm spacing. These can be used with 5/16" or M8 screws for attaching various types of lugs or solderless ring terminals, or thick wires up to 2 AWG can be soldered directly to the board. The slots near the edge of the board can accommodate a 4-pin terminal block or other connector with a pitch between 7.5 mm and 9.5 mm. Examples of these kinds of connections are shown in the pictures below. Holes with 0.1", 3.5 mm, and 5 mm spacing are also available for connecting male header pins or terminal blocks, but please note that these smaller connection options are generally not suitable for high currents like those this sensor is intended for.

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

ACS72981 Current Sensor Carrier schematic diagram.

The dimension diagram is available as a downloadable PDF (400k pdf).

Real-world power dissipation considerations

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

Depending on the version, the ACS72981 can measure up to ±200 A, but its datasheet specifies an absolute maximum continuous current of 120 A. Furthermore, the sensor chip can overheat at lower currents. In Pololu's tests, Pololu found that Pololu's ACS72981 carrier boards could conduct 60 A continuously while staying well below 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 50 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:


	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	ACS711KEXT	ACS71240	ACS724LLCTR	ACS37220		ACS37030		ACS72981xLR		CT432/CT433
Sensing technology	Hall effect	Hall effect	Hall effect	Hall effect		Hall effect + inductive coil		Hall effect		XtremeSense™ TMR (tunneling magnetoresistance)
Logic voltage range	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	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	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	0.6 mO	0.6 mO	0.6 mO	0.1 mO		0.7 mO		0.2 mO		1 mO
PCB	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	100 kHz	120 kHz	120 kHz⁽³⁾	150 kHz		5 MHz		250 kHz		1 MHz
Size	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

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

Dimensions

Size:	1.4" × 1.2"
Weight:	4.2 g

General specifications

Typical operating voltage:	5 V
Current sense:	40 mV/A¹
Minimum logic voltage:	4.5 V
Maximum logic voltage:	5.5 V
Supply current:	14 mA²
Current range:	-?50A to +50A (bidirectional 50A)
Current sensor:	Allegro ACS72981LLRATR-050B5

Identifying markings

PCB dev codes:	cs04b
Other PCB markings:	0J14823
Other PCB markings:	5V B05

Notes:

1: At VCC = 5 V.
2: Typical.

File downloads

Dimension diagrams of the ACS72981xLR Current Sensor Carriers (400k pdf)
3D model of the ACS72981xLR Current Sensor Large Carriers (3MB step)
Drill guide for the ACS72981xLR Current Sensor Large Carriers (19k dxf)

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

Recommended links

ACS72981 datasheet
Allegro Application Note AN296169: Characterizing System Bandwidth in Complex Current Sensor Applications

This is the application note referenced on page 16 of the ACS724 datasheet, page 22 of the ACS71240 datasheet, and page 42 of the ACS72981xLR datasheet. The ACS720 is used validate the test methods presented, but these same methods and principles would also apply to the ACS724, ACS71240, and ACS72981.
Allegro product page for the ACS72981 Hall-based Current Sensor

Allegro product page for the ACS72981, where you can find additional application notes and other resources.

Dimensions

Size:	1.4" × 1.2"
Weight:	4.2 g

General specifications

Typical operating voltage:	5 V
Current sense:	40 mV/A¹
Minimum logic voltage:	4.5 V
Maximum logic voltage:	5.5 V
Supply current:	14 mA²
Current range:	-?50A to +50A (bidirectional 50A)
Current sensor:	Allegro ACS72981LLRATR-050B5

Identifying markings

PCB dev codes:	cs04b
Other PCB markings:	0J14823
Other PCB markings:	5V B05

Notes:

1: At VCC = 5 V.
2: Typical.

File downloads

Dimension diagrams of the ACS72981xLR Current Sensor Carriers (400k pdf)
3D model of the ACS72981xLR Current Sensor Large Carriers (3MB step)
Drill guide for the ACS72981xLR Current Sensor Large Carriers (19k dxf)

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

Recommended links

ACS72981 datasheet
Allegro Application Note AN296169: Characterizing System Bandwidth in Complex Current Sensor Applications

This is the application note referenced on page 16 of the ACS724 datasheet, page 22 of the ACS71240 datasheet, and page 42 of the ACS72981xLR datasheet. The ACS720 is used validate the test methods presented, but these same methods and principles would also apply to the ACS724, ACS71240, and ACS72981.
Allegro product page for the ACS72981 Hall-based Current Sensor

Allegro product page for the ACS72981, where you can find additional application notes and other resources.

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