STMicroelectronics TSC215ICT
- Part No.:
- TSC215ICT
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Category:
- Instrumentation, Op Amps, Buffer Amps
- Package:
- 6-TSSOP, SC-88, SOT-363
- Datasheet:
-
TSC215ICT.pdf
- Description:
- IC CURR SENSE 1 CIRCUIT SC70-6
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Product details
Overview
TSC215ICT 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 75 V/V fixed gain, ±60 µV max input offset voltage (25 °C), 0.3 µV/°C max offset drift, 2.7–26 V supply range, and –0.3 to +26 V input common-mode voltage - enabling high-side and low-side sensing in battery chargers and telecom power rails.
For engineers reviewing the TSC215ICT datasheet, TSC215ICT pinout, TSC215ICT application, or TSC215ICT equivalent, key selection criteria include its 75 V/V gain accuracy (±1% max), 60 kHz bandwidth, 0.42 V/µs slew rate, 39 nV/√Hz input-referred noise at 1 kHz, and QFN10 (1.8 × 1.4 mm) package compatibility with space-constrained PCB layouts.
Technical Context
The TSC215ICT employs a proprietary zero-drift chopper-stabilized architecture with thin-film resistors to achieve ultra-low offset drift (0.1 µV/°C typ.) and high CMRR (100–120 dB over –40 to 125 °C). Its input stage operates independently of supply rail, allowing input common-mode voltage up to 26 V even when VCC = 2.7 V.
Output common-mode level is programmable via the REF pin, supporting unidirectional (GND- or VCC-referenced) and bidirectional (mid-rail referenced) configurations. The device draws only 100 µA quiescent current and sustains stable operation with capacitive loads up to 470 pF.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Gain | 75 V/V - fixed ratio enabling precise scaling of shunt voltage to measurable output range |
| Input Offset Voltage | ±60 µV max (25 °C) - ensures ≤0.8 mV error at full-scale 10.7 mV shunt drop |
| Offset Drift | 0.1 µV/°C max - contributes <15 µV error across –40 to 125 °C industrial temperature range |
| Common-Mode Range | –0.3 V to +26 V - supports direct high-side sensing on 24 V bus without level-shifting |
| Supply Voltage | 2.7 V to 26 V - single-supply operation compatible with Li-ion battery packs and 24 V industrial rails |
| Bandwidth | 60 kHz - sufficient for DC–10 kHz current monitoring in switched-mode power supplies |
| Quiescent Current | 100 µA - enables always-on current monitoring in energy-sensitive applications |
Pinout & Package
Package: QFN10 (1.8 mm × 1.4 mm, 0.5 mm pitch, exposed thermal pad).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (OUT) | Amplified output voltage | Delivers gain-scaled shunt voltage; rail-to-rail swing (VCC–0.05 V / 30 mV above GND) |
| 2,3 (VIN+) | Non-inverting input | Connects to high-side of shunt resistor; accepts common-mode up to +26 V |
| 4,5 (VIN–) | Inverting input | Connects to low-side of shunt resistor; differential input handles ±26 V max |
| 6 (VCC) | Positive supply | Power source for internal circuitry; also used as reference in unidirectional mode |
| 7 (NC) | No connect | Internally unused; must be left floating or tied to GND/VCC per layout guidelines |
| 8 (REF) | Reference voltage input | Sets output common-mode; enables bidirectional operation when biased at mid-rail |
| 9 (GND) | Analog ground | Return path for input bias currents and output load; requires low-impedance connection |
| 10 (NC) | No connect | Internally unused; must be left floating or tied to GND/VCC |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Zero-drift architecture | Eliminates 1/f noise and long-term offset drift, enabling stable DC current measurement over time and temperature |
| Extended common-mode range | –0.3 V to +26 V independent of VCC, permitting direct high-side sensing on 24 V systems without auxiliary supplies |
| Programmable output common-mode | REF pin allows flexible unidirectional (GND/VCC) or bidirectional (mid-rail) configurations for analog-to-digital interface optimization |
| Low quiescent power | 100 µA ICC enables continuous current monitoring in battery-backed or energy-harvesting systems |
| High CMRR & PSRR | 100–120 dB CMRR and 10 µV/V PSRR suppress noise from noisy power rails and shared ground paths |
Applications
| Battery Charger Monitoring | Industrial 24 V Power Rail Sensing |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Real-time charge/discharge current measurement in 12–24 V Li-ion battery chargers with ±5 A range. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side current sense amplifier converting mV-level shunt voltage to 0–3.75 V output for ADC sampling. Use Value: 75 V/V gain and ±60 µV offset enable ±1.2% full-scale accuracy at 1 A, supporting JEITA-compliant charge control. |
Use Scenario: Overcurrent protection and load monitoring in programmable 24 V industrial power supplies. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-drift current monitor feeding fast comparator or microcontroller ADC for fault detection. Use Value: 60 kHz bandwidth and 0.42 V/µs slew rate support sub-20 µs response to 10 A step faults, meeting IEC 61000-4-5 surge immunity timing. |
| Telecom DC-DC Module Feedback | Notebook System Power Management |
|
Use Scenario: Output current telemetry in 48 V to 12 V intermediate bus converters for remote system health reporting. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Precision current sense amplifier interfaced to isolated digital interface (e.g., I²C via isolator) for telemetry. Use Value: 0.1 µV/°C offset drift ensures <0.5% current reading error across –20 to 70 °C ambient, critical for predictive maintenance algorithms. |
Use Scenario: CPU/GPU rail current monitoring in ultrabooks with dual 12 V/5 V power stages and dynamic voltage scaling. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-channel current sense (TSC215ICT + companion) providing real-time rail efficiency feedback to PMIC. Use Value: QFN10 footprint and 1.8 × 1.4 mm size allow placement adjacent to VRM outputs, minimizing parasitic inductance and noise coupling. |
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 | Gain = 200 V/V, wider supply (2.7–5.5 V), lower offset (±5 µV), but limited common-mode (–4 to 80 V) | Requires external level-shifting for >5.5 V common-mode; better for low-voltage precision, not direct 24 V high-side replacement | Select if operating below 5.5 V supply and highest offset performance is required; not suitable for direct 24 V high-side use without redesign. |
| TSC214ICT | Gain = 100 V/V, same package and specs otherwise; ±60 µV offset, identical temp range and CMVR | Higher gain yields larger output for same shunt voltage - useful when ADC input range exceeds 3.75 V or noise margin is critical | Choose when higher output signal improves SNR against ADC quantization noise or when existing 10 mΩ shunt gives insufficient headroom at 75 V/V. |
Compared with INA240A1IDR, TSC215ICT delivers native 24 V high-side capability without external components but trades 55 µV offset for robustness; versus TSC214ICT, it reduces output swing by 25% for equivalent shunt voltage - easing ADC full-scale alignment in constrained 3.3 V systems.
Availability
TSC215ICT is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for battery chargers, industrial 24 V power rails, and telecom DC-DC modules requiring stable component supply across extended temperature and voltage ranges.
Supply support for TSC215ICT 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 analog, power, and microcontroller solutions 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 power conversion and battery management systems where zero-drift stability is critical.
FAQ
Can TSC215ICT operate with VCC = 3.3 V while sensing a 24 V common-mode voltage?
Yes. The TSC215ICT's input stage is powered independently from the common-mode rail when VICM > 2.5 V, allowing full functionality with VCC = 3.3 V and VICM = 24 V. Input bias current increases linearly with VICM, reaching ~35 µA at 24 V, which must be accounted for in shunt error budget.
What is the recommended decoupling for the REF pin in bidirectional mode?
A minimum 1 nF ceramic capacitor from REF to GND is required to stabilize the reference node and suppress noise coupling. For ADC interfaces, adding a 100 nF parallel capacitor improves high-frequency filtering; avoid series resistance unless buffering with a rail-to-rail op-amp like TSB611 to maintain low impedance.
Does TSC215ICT support bidirectional current sensing with a single supply?
Yes. By applying a mid-rail voltage (e.g., VCC/2) to the REF pin, the output swings symmetrically around that voltage - enabling positive and negative current representation on a single 3.3 V or 5 V supply. The output voltage range remains within VCC–0.05 V and 30 mV above GND.
How does gain error affect accuracy at 10 A with a 10 mΩ shunt?
With a 10 mΩ shunt, 10 A produces 100 mV differential input. At 75 V/V gain, ideal output = 7.5 V - exceeding typical supply rails. Using 5 mΩ shunt yields 50 mV → 3.75 V output. ±1% gain error introduces ±37.5 mV absolute output error, equivalent to ±0.5 A measurement uncertainty at full scale.
TSC215ICT 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:
- 0.42V/µs
- Gain Bandwidth Product:
- 60 kHz
- -3db Bandwidth:
- -
- Current - Input Bias:
- 28 µA
- Voltage - Input Offset:
- 60 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
- 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 TSC215ICT part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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