MagAlpha MA700
Angular Sensor for Position Control
with Side-Shaft Positioning Capability
PRELIMINARY SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
DESCRIPTION
FEATURES
The MagAlpha MA700 is a robust, contactless,
angle encoder. The IC detects the absolute
angular position of a permanent magnet,
typically a diametrically magnetized cylinder
attached to the rotor. The data acquisition and
processing is extremely fast, allowing accurate
angle measurement at speeds from 0 to
100,000 RPM
The MA700 supports a wide range of magnetic
field strengths and spatial configurations, which
help to relax mechanical tolerances and simplify
system design. Both end-of-shaft magnet and
off axis magnet positioning (side-shaft
mounting) topologies are supported.
Please See Position Sensor Design Support for All
Supporting Software
11-Bit Resolution Absolute Angle Encoder
500kHz Refresh Rate
Ultra-Low Latency: 3µs
Serial Interface for Data Readout and
settings
10-Bit Incremental Output (A, B, Z)
Built-In Linearization for Side-Shaft
Mounting
3.3V, 7.7mA Supply
Available in a QFN-16 (3mmx3mm)
Package
APPLICATIONS
Servo Drives
Robotics
Automotive
PSM/BLDC Motors
Encoders
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and “The Future of Analog IC Technology” are registered trademarks of
Monolithic Power Systems, Inc.
TYPICAL APPLICATION
MA700 Rev. 1.3
www.MonolithicPower.com
2/22/2017
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Preliminary Specifications Subject to Change
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