- Solution incorporates Infineon coreless current sensor
featuring differential Hall-effect design for more precise current
measurement and superior noise suppression
- Proprietary electronics packaging technology minimizes
sensor size and weight, making a solution that is up to half the
size and 86% lighter than the competition
- Sensor-in-busbar configuration provides a complete package
for plug-and-play deployments, saving significant development time,
resources and costs
- Increased performance ideally suited for busbar current
sensing in industrial inverters, motor drives, as well as power
distribution and charging systems
LISLE,
Ill., July 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Molex, a
global electronics leader and connectivity innovator, announces the
Percept Current Sensors to address the growing demand for highly
accurate busbar current sensing solutions in industrial and
automotive applications. Percept Current Sensors leverage
Infineon's high-precision coreless current sensors and Molex's
unique proprietary electronics packaging technology to further
reduce sensor size and weight while simplifying installation and
system integration significantly.
"The new Percept Current Sensors benefit from Infineon's
coreless sensor and our proprietary electronics packaging
technology to set new standards for current-sensing accuracy,
reliability and integration simplicity," said Lily Yeung, director, Sensors, Transportation
Innovative Solutions, Molex. "Together we can save customers
valuable space and optimize product performance, while reducing
major design and manufacturing complexities and costs."
Smaller, Lighter and More Accurate Current Sensors
The compact, coreless design and unique electronics packaging of
the Percept Current Sensors results in a solution that is 86%
lighter and up to half the size of competing current sensors. This
enables higher-density packaging within devices, which contributes
to reductions in overall system weight while facilitating greater
design flexibility.
Molex's Percept Current Sensors offer increased sensing
opportunities in space-constrained applications as well as those
sensitive to electromagnetic interference (EMI). They also provide
accuracy within 2% across a wide temperature range and entire
product lifespan, along with low sensitivity and offset errors.
Additionally, Infineon's differential Hall-effect sensor design
suppresses noise from stray magnetic fields, which are commonly
found in demanding industrial motor-drive and automotive
applications.
"Infineon's XENSIV™ TLE4973 and TLE4972 are part of our family
of high precision coreless magnetic current sensors with a
measurement range of 0A to 2000A, offering tremendous flexibility
for different power ranges. When combined with Infineon's sensor,
Molex's innovative package creates a small, efficient and robust
solution for the automotive and industrial markets," said
Matthias Grewe, vice president and
head of Product Line Magnetic Sensing, Infineon Technologies.
Streamlined System Installation and Integration
Molex's proprietary electronics packaging technology enables
seamless integration of high-current conductors, connectors,
Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), busbars, and heat sinks, among other
mechanical components, into a single device. This capability is
highly suited for assemblies that must withstand high temperatures,
high currents and harsh environments. Percept Current Sensors take
advantage of this proprietary packaging method to ensure flexible
system integration and boost accuracy from precise chip placement
and factory calibration. Pre-calibrated systems not only lead to
simpler, streamlined installation, but also can dramatically speed
assembly time.
This novel packaging technology uses 99% less water than typical
PCB manufacturing and does not require any chemicals or generate
copper sludge, enabling a more environmentally friendly
manufacturing method. Versatile and configurable design options,
including the sensor-in-busbar design, provide customers with a
complete package for plug-and-play deployments that do not require
excessive development time, resources or cost.
Product Availability
Percept Current Sensors are available in industrial- and
automotive-grade options, encompassing full-differential and
single-ended output modes and bi-directional sensing. Available
current ranges include +/-450.0 to +/-1,600.0A; operating
temperatures extend from -40 to 125°C in accordance with
AEC-Q100 Grade 1 standards. Sensors for industrial applications are
slated for October 2024 availability,
followed by automotive application product approval process planned
for the first half of 2025. Limited engineering samples for
industrial applications are available today.
The Percept Current Sensors join Molex's Percept family of
sensors, which also includes the widely acclaimed Percept Road
Noise Cancelling (RNC) Sensor Assembly.
About Molex
Molex is a global electronics leader committed to making the
world a better, more-connected place. With a presence
in more than 40 countries, Molex enables transformative technology
innovation in the automotive, data center, industrial automation,
healthcare, 5G, cloud and consumer device industries. Through
trusted customer and industry relationships, unrivaled engineering
expertise, and product quality and reliability, Molex realizes the
infinite potential of Creating Connections for Life.
For more information, visit www.molex.com.
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