EVAL-CN0241-SDPZ

EVAL-CN0241-SDPZ is a CN0241 circuit evaluation board designed for high-side current monitoring in applications where the sensing circuit may encounter overvoltage conditions caused by transients or during connection, disconnection, or power-down conditions. This circuit uses the overvoltage protected ADA4096-2 op-amp connected as a difference amplifier to monitor the high-side current. The ADA4096-2 has input overvoltage protection, without phase reversal or latch-up, for voltages of 32V higher than and lower than the supply rails. The circuit is powered by the ADP3336 adjustable low dropout 500mA linear regulator, which can also be used to supply power to other parts of the system, if desired. Its input voltage can range from 5.2V to 12V when set for a 5V output. For power savings, the current-sensing circuit can be switched off by removing power from the ADP3336 while allowing the main power source, such as a solar panel, to continue operating.

• Evaluation board connects to SDP-B controller board (EVAL-SDP-CB1Z) through 120-pin connector