MAX4372, MAX4372F, MAX4372H, MAX4372T:Low-Cost, UCSP/SOT23, Micropower, High-Side Current-Sense Amplifier with Voltage Output

The MAX4372 low-cost, precision, high-side current-sense amplifier is available in a tiny, space-saving SOT23 5-pin package. Offered in three gain versions (T = 20V/V, F = 50V/V, and H = 100V/V), this device operates from a single 2.7V to 28V supply and consumes only 30µA. It features a voltage output that eliminates the need for gain-setting resistors and is ideal for today's notebook computers, cell phones, and other systems where battery/DC current monitoring is critical. High-side current monitoring is especially useful in battery-powered systems since it does not interfere with the ground path of the battery charger. The input common-mode range of 0 to 28V is independent of the supply voltage and ensures that the current-sense feedback remains viable even when connected to a 2-cell battery pack in deep discharge. The user can set the full-scale current reading by choosing the device (T, F, or H) with the desired voltage gain and selecting the appropriate external sense resistor. This capability offers a high level of integration and flexibility, resulting in a simple and compact current-sense solution. For higher bandwidth applications, refer to the MAX4173T/F/H data sheet.

Key Features
  • Low-Cost, Compact Current-Sense Solution
  • 30µA Supply Current
  • 2.7V to 28V Operating Supply
  • 0.18% Full-Scale Accuracy
  • 0.3mV Input Offset Voltage
  • Low 1.5Ω Output Impedance
  • Three Gain Versions Available
    • 20V/V (MAX4372T)
    • 50V/V (MAX4372F)
    • 100V/V (MAX4372H)
  • High Accuracy +2V to +28V Common-Mode Range, Functional Down to 0V, Independent of Supply Voltage
  • Available in a Space-Saving 5-Pin SOT23 Package and 3 x 2 UCSP™ (1mm x 1.5mm) Package
MAX4372, MAX4372F, MAX4372H, MAX4372T: Functional Diagram
MAX4372, MAX4372F, MAX4372H, MAX4372T: Functional Diagram
Applications/Uses
  • Cell Phones
  • General-System/Board-Level Current Monitoring
  • Notebook Computers
  • Portable Battery-Powered Systems
  • Power-Management Systems
  • Precision-Current Sources
  • Smart-Battery Packs/Chargers
DataSheet
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MAX4372-MAX4372T Data SheetMAX4372-MAX4372T.pdf
Parametrics
Part NumberOutput FormatCMVR
(V)
CMVR
(V)
VCC
(V)
VCC
(V)
ICC
(µA)
Bi-Dir. Curr. SenseVSENSE_FS
(mV)
VOS @25°C
(µV)
GainGain Accuracy @25°C
(%)
BW
(kHz)
Comp-
arators
Oper. Temp.
(°C)
Package/PinsBudgetary
Price
minmaxminmaxtyprecomm.maxmax@ -3dBSee Notes
MAX4372Voltage0282.72830No100
150
130020 V/V
50 V/V
100 V/V
2.5110
200
275
0-40 to +85SOIC(N)/8
SOT/5
UCSP/6
$0.75 @1k
Design kits & evaluation modules
Quality and Environmental Data
Ordering Information
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX4372FEBT+ActiveUCSP,;6 pin;1.6 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX4372FEBT+TActiveUCSP,;6 pin;1.6 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX4372FEBT+TG45ActiveUCSP,;6 pin;1.6 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX4372FEBT-TNo Longer AvailableMAX4372FEBT+TUCSP,;6 pin;1.6 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX4372FESANo Longer AvailableMAX4372FESA+SOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX4372FESA+ActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX4372FESA+TActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX4372FESA-TNo Longer AvailableMAX4372FESA+TN.SO;8 pin-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX4372FEUK+ActiveSOT,;5 pin;9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX4372FEUK+TActiveSOT,;5 pin;9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX4372FEUK-TNo Longer AvailableMAX4372FEUK+TSOT,;5 pin;9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX4372HEBT+ActiveUCSP,;6 pin;1.6 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX4372HEBT+TActiveUCSP,;6 pin;1.6 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX4372HEBT+TG45ActiveUCSP,;6 pin;1.6 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX4372HEBT-TNo Longer AvailableMAX4372HEBT+TUCSP,;6 pin;1.6 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX4372HESANo Longer AvailableMAX4372HESA+SOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX4372HESA+ActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX4372HESA+TActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX4372HESA-TNo Longer AvailableMAX4372HESA+TN.SO;8 pin-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX4372HEUKNo Longer AvailableMAX4372HEUK+SOT,;5 pin;9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX4372HEUK+ActiveSOT,;5 pin;9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX4372HEUK+TActiveSOT,;5 pin;9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX4372HEUK-TNo Longer AvailableMAX4372HEUK+TSOT,;5 pin;9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX4372HEUK-TG05No Longer AvailableSOT,;5 pin;9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX4372TEBT+ActiveUCSP,;6 pin;1.6 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX4372TEBT+G45ActiveUCSP,;6 pin;1.6 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX4372TEBT+TActiveUCSP,;6 pin;1.6 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX4372TEBT+TG45ActiveUCSP,;6 pin;1.6 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX4372TEBT-TNo Longer AvailableMAX4372TEBT+TUCSP,;6 pin;1.6 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX4372TESANo Longer AvailableMAX4372TESA+SOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX4372TESA+ActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX4372TESA+TActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX4372TESA-TNo Longer AvailableMAX4372TESA+TN.SO;8 pin-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX4372TEUKNo Longer AvailableMAX4372TEUK+SOT,;5 pin;9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX4372TEUK+ActiveSOT,;5 pin;9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX4372TEUK+TActiveSOT,;5 pin;9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX4372TEUK-TNo Longer AvailableMAX4372TEUK+TSOT,;5 pin;9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
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