The MAX34406HETG+ is an integrated circuit (IC) component developed by Maxim Integrated. It is an advanced power and energy measurement IC designed for single-phase power monitoring applications. This highly integrated device offers several key features that enable accurate and efficient power measurements.
To start with, the MAX34406HETG+ incorporates an ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter) with a high sampling rate, allowing it to capture precise data. It supports simultaneous voltage and current sensing, making it suitable for measuring active power, reactive power, apparent power, power factor, and other electrical parameters in single-phase systems.
The IC has a wide input voltage range of 0V to 500V, allowing it to accommodate various voltage levels encountered in different power monitoring applications. It can measure current levels from 0A to 100A, making it versatile for different load requirements. The device utilizes a 24-bit, signed integer ADC, ensuring accurate measurement of both low and high power values.
Another notable feature of the MAX34406HETG+ is its built-in power calculations. It can perform real-time power calculations, removing the need for external microcontrollers or complex algorithms. This feature simplifies the design process and reduces the overall complexity of the power measurement system.
Furthermore, the IC incorporates an integrated energy accumulator, offering real-time energy accumulation and total energy consumption monitoring. It also provides an energy-to-pulse output, enabling easy integration with external systems for energy monitoring and control purposes
