This verified design provides the theory, component selection, simulation, PCB design, and measurement details for a low-side voltage-to-current (V-I) converter. The circuit delivers a well-regulated current to a floating load which could include actuators, sensors, motors, LEDs and many other applications. The design uses the OPA735 small-signal op amp to control an NPN emitter-follower that sources current to the load. The current is accurately regulated by feeding back the voltage drop across a low-side current-sense resistor to the op amp. The rail-to-rail input/output topology of the OPA735 allows for good accuracy even at low currents because there is very little "dead-zone" in either the input or output stage. The auto-zero zero-drift technology in the OPA735 allows for great DC performance over temperature.
A fully assembled board has been developed for testing and performance validation only, and is not available for sale.
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| Type | Title | Date | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| User guide | TIPD101 Verified Design Reference Guide | Sep 19, 2013 |
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