Overview

The IC senses the angular position of a permanent magnet placed above the chip. The permanent magnet must be diametrically polarized and of cylindrical shape.

The AM256 uses Hall sensor technology to detect the magnetic flux density distribution at the surface of the silicon. Hall sensors are placed in a circular array around the center of the IC and deliver a voltage representation of magnetic field distribution.

Features

  • 8 bit absolute encoder
  • High rotational speed up to 60,000 rpm
  • 5 V power supply
  • Low power consumption 13 mA typical.
  • Extended operating temperature range (-40 °C to 125 °C)
  • SMD package SSOP28

Benefits

  • Contactless angular position encoding over 360°
  • Ideal for harsh environments due to magnetic sensing
  • Complete system-on-chip solution
  • Factory optimised linearity
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Product data

System

Encoder type
Absolute, Incremental
Outputs
Analogue sinusoidal, Incremental, Parallel, SSI
Resolution
8 bit
Maximum speed
60,000 RPM

Electrical

Supply voltage
5 V
Current consumption
Typ. 13 mA

Environmental

Temperature
Operating: -40 °C to 125 °C
More info in Data sheet

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