STMicroelectronics TSC213ICT
- Part No.:
- TSC213ICT
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Category:
- Instrumentation, Op Amps, Buffer Amps
- Package:
- 6-TSSOP, SC-88, SOT-363
- Datasheet:
-
TSC213ICT.pdf
- Description:
- IC CURR SENSE 1 CIRCUIT SC70-6
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Product details
Overview
TSC213ICT from STMicroelectronics is a zero-drift, high-precision current sense amplifier optimized for bidirectional or unidirectional shunt-based current measurement in industrial and power management systems. It features 50 V/V fixed gain, ±100 µV max input offset voltage (25 °C), 100 kHz bandwidth, -0.3 to +26 V input common-mode range, and operates from 2.7 to 26 V supply across -40 to 125 °C.
For engineers reviewing the TSC213ICT datasheet, TSC213ICT pinout, TSC213ICT application, or TSC213ICT equivalent, key selection criteria include its SC70-6/QFN10 package options, REF-pin programmable output common-mode level, low 100 µA quiescent current, and guaranteed CMRR ≥100 dB over full temperature range - critical for accurate low-side/high-side sensing in battery chargers and telecom power rails.
Technical Context
The TSC213ICT employs a proprietary zero-drift chopper-stabilized architecture with thin-film resistors to achieve <0.3 µV/°C offset drift and 20 ppm/°C gain drift. Its input stage draws bias current from the common-mode rail when Vicm > 2.5 V, enabling operation beyond supply rails.
Output common-mode voltage is set via the REF pin (0–VCC), supporting ground-referenced, VCC-referenced, or mid-rail bidirectional configurations. The device delivers rail-to-rail output swing (VCC−0.05 V / 30 mV above GND) with 470 pF capacitive load stability and 0.85 V/µs slew rate.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Gain | 50 V/V - fixed ratio enabling precise scaling of shunt voltage to measurable output range |
| Input Offset Voltage | ±100 µV max at 25 °C - sets minimum detectable differential voltage across shunt resistor |
| Common-Mode Range | −0.3 V to +26 V - supports both high-side and low-side sensing without level-shifting circuitry |
| Supply Voltage | 2.7 V to 26 V - enables direct integration into 3.3 V, 5 V, 12 V, and 24 V power rails |
| Bandwidth | 100 kHz - sufficient for DC–10 kHz current monitoring in battery charging and motor control loops |
| Quiescent Current | 100 µA - minimizes system power overhead in always-on monitoring applications |
| CMRR | ≥100 dB over −40 to 125 °C - rejects noise from noisy power bus common-mode transients |
Pinout & Package
Available in SC70-6 (1.6 × 1.6 mm) and QFN10 (1.8 × 1.4 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) packages. Both variants support identical pin functions with NC pins unused.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| REF | Reference voltage input | Sets output common-mode level; determines unidirectional (GND/VCC) or bidirectional (mid-rail) operation |
| GND | Ground reference | Primary return path for internal circuitry and output stage |
| VCC | Positive supply | Primary power source; device also draws auxiliary current from Vicm rail when >2.5 V |
| VIN+ | Non-inverting input | Connects to high-potential side of shunt; accepts common-mode up to +26 V |
| VIN− | Inverting input | Connects to low-potential side of shunt; differential input handles ±26 V max |
| OUT | Amplified output | Delivers gain × (VIN+ − VIN−) + VREF; rail-to-rail swing supports ADC interfacing |
| NC | No connect | Unused terminals; may be left floating, tied to GND, or tied to VCC per layout requirements |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Zero-drift architecture | Enables <0.3 µV/°C offset drift - eliminates thermal-induced measurement drift in industrial environments |
| Extended common-mode range | −0.3 V to +26 V - allows direct high-side sensing on 24 V bus without external level shifters |
| REF-pin programmable output | Configurable unidirectional/bidirectional operation - simplifies design reuse across current direction requirements |
| Low quiescent current | 100 µA - supports energy-sensitive applications like portable battery monitors and IoT edge nodes |
| High CMRR & PSRR | ≥100 dB CMRR, ≤10 µV/V PSRR - maintains accuracy in electrically noisy telecom and industrial power supplies |
Applications
| Battery Charger Monitoring | Telecom Power Rail Sensing |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Real-time charge/discharge current measurement in 12–24 V Li-ion battery chargers with ±1 A to ±10 A range. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side current sense amplifier converting mV shunt drop to 0–2.5 V bidirectional output referenced to VREF = VCC/2. Use Value: Enables accurate state-of-charge estimation and overcurrent protection with <1% total error across -40 to 125 °C. |
Use Scenario: Input/output current monitoring in 48 V intermediate bus converters and PoE injectors. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-drift, high-CMRR amplifier measuring current through 1–10 mΩ shunts on noisy 48 V rails. Use Value: Maintains >100 dB rejection of switching noise and line transients, ensuring stable feedback in digital power controllers. |
| Industrial PLC Analog Input Module | Notebook System Power Management |
|
Use Scenario: Precision current measurement for 4–20 mA loop-powered sensors and motor driver feedback in factory automation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Unidirectional amplifier (REF = GND) converting shunt voltage to 0–5 V output for SAR ADC digitization. Use Value: Delivers <0.01% linearity error and ±100 µV offset - meets Class 0.1 accuracy requirements for industrial instrumentation. |
Use Scenario: CPU/GPU rail current monitoring in ultrabooks with dynamic 0.5–20 A load profiles. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-quiescent-current (100 µA), fast-slew (0.85 V/µs) amplifier feeding system power manager IC. Use Value: Enables real-time thermal throttling and battery life optimization without adding measurable system standby loss. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar current sense amplifier applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| INA240A1IDR | 20 V/V gain, 50 µV offset, 4 V to 80 V supply, SOIC-8 | Higher supply range but fixed lower gain; requires external gain stage for same output scaling as TSC213ICT | Prefer when sensing >26 V rails or needing higher voltage tolerance; avoid if 50 V/V gain and SC70-6 footprint are required |
| MAX4080TASA+ | 50 V/V gain, 100 µV offset, 4.5–76 V supply, SOIC-8 | Wider supply range and higher ESD rating (8 kV HBM), but 250 µA IQ and no REF-pin flexibility | Choose for harsher environments requiring higher robustness; not suitable for ultra-low-power or REF-programmable designs |
Compared with INA240A1IDR and MAX4080TASA+, the TSC213ICT uniquely combines SC70-6 footprint, REF-pin configurability for bidirectional operation, and 100 µA quiescent current - making it optimal for space-constrained, low-power, and flexible current direction sensing in industrial and computing power systems.
Availability
TSC213ICT is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for battery chargers, telecom power modules, industrial PLC analog inputs, and notebook power management systems requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and guaranteed parametric performance across temperature.
Supply support for TSC213ICT 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, specializing in power management, analog, MEMS, and microcontrollers for industrial, automotive, and consumer markets.
The TSC21x series belongs to ST's precision analog portfolio, designed specifically for high-accuracy, wide common-mode current sensing in demanding power conversion and monitoring applications - emphasizing zero-drift stability, rail-to-rail operation, and flexible output referencing.
FAQ
What is the maximum allowable voltage on the REF pin?
The REF pin voltage must remain within GND − 0.3 V to VCC + 0.3 V. Exceeding this range forward-biases internal ESD diodes, risking damage if current exceeds 5 mA. For mid-rail operation, use a buffered resistive divider or dedicated reference IC like TSB611 to ensure low-impedance drive and stay within limits.
Can TSC213ICT operate with Vicm = 0 V (ground-referenced shunt)?
Yes - the device supports true ground-referenced (low-side) sensing with Vicm down to −0.3 V. When VIN− is connected to GND and VIN+ to shunt high-side, the amplifier accurately measures current flow toward ground with full specified performance, including CMRR ≥100 dB and offset stability.
How does input bias current affect accuracy at high common-mode voltages?
At Vicm > 2.5 V, the TSC213ICT draws ~20 µA from the common-mode rail to power its input stage. This current flows through the shunt, introducing an error proportional to Rshunt × 20 µA. For example, with a 10 mΩ shunt, this adds 0.2 µV offset - negligible vs. ±100 µV spec, but must be included in sub-µV precision designs.
Is the TSC213ICT suitable for bidirectional motor current sensing?
Yes - by setting REF = VCC/2, the output centers at mid-supply (e.g., 2.5 V at 5 V VCC), enabling symmetric ± full-scale current measurement. Combined with 100 kHz bandwidth and 0.85 V/µs slew rate, it supports real-time closed-loop control in brushed DC and stepper motor drivers up to ~10 kHz commutation frequency.
TSC213ICT Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 6-TSSOP, SC-88, SOT-363
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Amplifier Type:
- Current Sense
- Number of Circuits:
- 1
- Output Type:
- -
- Slew Rate:
- 0.85V/µs
- Gain Bandwidth Product:
- -
- -3db Bandwidth:
- 100 kHz
- Current - Input Bias:
- 28 µA
- Voltage - Input Offset:
- 100 µV
- Current - Supply:
- 65µA
- Current - Output / Channel:
- -
- Voltage - Supply Span (Min):
- 2.7 V
- Voltage - Supply Span (Max):
- 26 V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- SC-70-6
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The TSC213ICT part is unused and in its original packaging.
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