STMicroelectronics STEVAL-IFS006V2

Overview

STEVAL-IFS006V2 from STMicroelectronics is a demonstration board for an inductive proximity switch based on eddy current detection, featuring the SPT01-335DEE triple Transil™ array, ST7LITEUS5 MCU, and TDE1708DFT intelligent power switch. It operates from 7–32 V DC, supports –25 °C to +85 °C, and delivers PNP (high-side) output with analog/digital temperature compensation and full Transil protection.

For engineers reviewing the STEVAL-IFS006V2 datasheet, STEVAL-IFS006V2 application notes, STEVAL-IFS006V2 schematic, or STEVAL-IFS006V2 alternative evaluation boards, this page provides verified functional context, supply chain availability, pin-level interface guidance (via onboard ICs), and design-specific implementation notes for industrial proximity sensing systems.

Technical Context

The board implements a single-transistor HF oscillator whose coil losses vary with nearby metal presence, enabling contactless detection. Signal conditioning, sensitivity/hysteresis tuning, and output control are handled by the ST7LITEUS5 microcontroller running configurable firmware.

Output drive uses the TDE1708DFT high-side power switch with integrated overload and short-circuit protection, while the SPT01-335DEE provides bidirectional transient voltage suppression on both power supply and output lines - critical for noise immunity in factory-floor environments.

Key Specifications

Availability

STEVAL-IFS006V2 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial automation, factory floor sensor integration, and OEM machine safety subsystems requiring stable component supply and documented reference design validation.

Supply support for STEVAL-IFS006V2 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor leader headquartered in Geneva, designing and manufacturing microcontrollers, power management ICs, sensors, and analog/mixed-signal devices for industrial, automotive, and consumer applications.

This board belongs to ST's STEVAL (ST Evaluation) series - purpose-built reference platforms that demonstrate validated system-level implementations of ST's signal conditioning, protection, and control ICs in real-world industrial use cases.

FAQ

Is STEVAL-IFS006V2 a production-ready sensor or only for evaluation?

STEVAL-IFS006V2 is a demonstration board intended for design verification and application prototyping-not a certified end-product sensor. It includes all core circuitry (oscillator, MCU, driver, protection) needed to validate inductive proximity functionality, but requires mechanical enclosure, EMC filtering, and environmental qualification for deployment.

Which ST ICs are mounted on the STEVAL-IFS006V2 board?

The board integrates three key ST components: ST7LITEUS5 (8-bit microcontroller), TDE1708DFT (intelligent high-side power switch), and SPT01-335DEE (triple Transil™ ESD/transient protection array). These are soldered and fully functional per the schematic in Doc ID 16618 Rev 1.

Can the detection range be adjusted, and how?

Yes - detection sensitivity and hysteresis are software-configurable via the ST7LITEUS5 firmware. Users can modify oscillator amplitude thresholds and timing parameters using ST's in-circuit debugger tools, enabling optimization for aluminum, steel, or stainless-steel targets at varying distances.

Does STEVAL-IFS006V2 include EMC or ESD certification documentation?

No - the board itself is not CE, UL, or IEC-certified. However, its circuit design incorporates Transil-based surge protection (IEC 61000-4-2/4-4/4-5 compliant components) and layout practices aligned with industrial immunity standards; final system-level certification remains the responsibility of the integrating OEM.