Ratiometric, Linear Hall-Effect Sensors For High-Temperature Operation

Data Sheet
27501.11A*
3517 AND
3518
RATIOMETRIC, LINEAR HALL-EFFECT SENSORS

FOR HIGH-TEMPERATURE OPERATION
The A3517xUA and A3518xUA are sensitive, temperature-stable linear

Hall-effect sensors with greatly improved offset characteristics. Ratiometric,
linear Hall-effect sensors provide a voltage output that is proportional to the
applied magnetic field and have a quiescent output voltage that is approximately 50% of the supply voltage. These magnetic sensors are ideal for use in
linear and rotary position sensing systems in the harsh environments of
automotive and industrial applications over extended temperatures to -40C
and +150C. The A3517xUA features an output sensitivity of 5 mV/G while
the A3518xUA has an output sensitivity of 2.5 mV/G. See the Magnetic
Characteristics table for complete, individual device parametrics.
GROUND
OUTPUT
CC
SUPPLY
Dwg. PH-006
Pinning is shown viewed from branded side.
Each BiCMOS monolithic circuit integrates a Hall element, improved

temperature-compensating circuitry to reduce the intrinsic sensitivity drift of
the Hall element, a small-signal high-gain amplifier, and a rail-to-rail lowimpedance output stage.
A proprietary dynamic offset cancelation technique, with an internal highfrequency clock, reduces the residual offset voltage, which is normally caused
by device overmolding, temperature dependancies, and thermal stress. This
technique produces devices that have an extremely stable quiescent output
voltage, are immune to mechanical stress, and have precise recoverability after
temperature cycling. Many problems normally associated with low-level
analog signals are minimized by having the Hall element and amplifier in a
single chip. Output precision is obtained by internal gain and offset trim
adjustments during the manufacturing process.
These reduced-cost devices are supplied in a 3-pin ultra-mini-SIP UA
package only.
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS

Supply Voltage, VCC ......................... 8.0 V
Output Voltage, VO ........................... 8.0 V
Output Sink Current, IO .................. 10 mA
Magnetic Flux Density, B ......... Unlimited
Package Power Dissipation,
PD .................................... See Graph
Operating Temperature Range*, TA
Suffix S .................... -20C to +85C
Suffix L .................... -40C to +150C
Storage Temperature Range,
TS ............................. -65C to +170C
* Infrequent excursions permitted; see
Applications Information.
FEATURES
Temperature-Stable Quiescent Output Voltage
Precise Recoverability After Temperature Cycling
Output Voltage Proportional to Applied Magnetic Field
Ratiometric Rail-to-Rail Output
Improved Sensitivity
4.5 V to 5.5 V Operation
Immune to Mechanical Stress
Small Package Size
Solid-State Reliability
Always order by complete part number, e.g., A3517SUA .
3517 AND 3518

RATIOMETRIC,
LINEAR HALL-EFFECT SENSORS
FOR HIGH-TEMP. OPERATION
FUNCTIONAL BLOCK DIAGRAM
SUPPLY
LOW-PASS
FILTER
DYNAMIC
OFFSET CANCELLATION
Vcc
ALLOWABLE PACKAGE POWER DISSIPATION in MILLIWATTS
700
Suffix "UA"
RJA = 165C/W
600
500
400
300
200
Suffix "S"
100
Suffix "L"
0
60
100
80
120
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE in C
140
160
180
Dwg. GH-046-1A
GROUND
Dwg. FH-016A
800
40
OUTPUT
Vcc/2
20
115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036

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Copyright 1997, 2002 Allegro MicroSystems, Inc.
3517 AND 3518

RATIOMETRIC,
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS over operating temperature range, at VCC = 5 V (unless

otherwise noted).
Limits
Characteristic
Symbol
Test Conditions
Min.
Typ.
Max.
Units
Supply Voltage
VCC
Operating
4.5
5.0
5.5
Supply Current
ICC
B = 0, VCC = 6 V, IO = 0
7.2
12
mA
Quiescent
Voltage Output
VOQ
B = 0, IO = 1 mA, TA = 25C
2.2
2.5
2.8
Output Voltage
VOH
B = +X*, IO = 1 mA
4.7
VOL
B = -X*, IO = -1 mA
0.2
Output
Source Current Limit
IOLM
B = -X*, VO = 0
-1.0
-1.5
mA
Bandwidth (-3 dB)
BW
30
kHz
Clock Frequency
fC
170
kHz
Output Resistance
rO
IO -2 mA
1.0
Wide-Band
Output Noise (rms)
eo
B = 0, BW = 10 Hz to 10 kHz,
IO -1 mA, CO = 100 pF
400
NOTE 1 Typical data is at TA = 25C and is for design information only.

NOTE 2 Negative current is defined as coming out of (sourcing) the output.
* This test requires positive and negative fields sufficient to swing the output driver between fully OFF and saturated (ON),
respectively. It is NOT intended to indicate a range of linear operation.
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3517 AND 3518

RATIOMETRIC,
MAGNETIC CHARACTERISTICS over operating temperature range, at VCC = 5 V, IO = -1 mA

(unless otherwise noted).
Part Numbers
A3517SUA
A3517LUA
A3518SUA
A3518LUA
Characteristic*
Min. Typ. Max.
Min. Typ. Max.
Min. Typ. Max.
Min. Typ. Max.
Operating Temp. Range, T A
-20
+85
-40
+150
-20
+85
-40
+150
Sensitivity at TA = 25C
4.0
5.0
6.0
4.0
5.0
6.0
2.0
2.5
3.0
2.0
2.5
3.0
mV/G
Sens(T) at TA = Max.
-5.0
2.5
10
-5.0
2.5
10
-5.0
2.5
10
-5.0
2.5
10
Sens(T) at TA = Min.
-9.0 -1.3
6.0
-9.0 -1.3
6.0
-9.0 -1.3
6.0
-9.0 -1.3
6.0
Units
VOQ(T)
20
20
20
20
Ratiometry, VOQ(V)
100
100
100
100
Ratiometry, Sens(V)
100
100
100
100
Positive Linearity, Lin+
100
100
100
100
Negative Linearity, Lin
100
100
100
100
Symmetry
100
100
100
100
NOTE 1 Magnetic flux density is measured at most sensitive area of device located 0.018" (0.46 mm) below the
branded face of the package.
NOTE 2 10 G = 1 mT, exactly.
NOTE 3 Except for Sens(T), typical data is at TA = 25C and is for design information only.
* See Characteristics Definitions for test conditions.
This calculation (formula 1, next page) yields the devices equivalent accuracy, over the operating temperature range, in
gauss.

3517 AND 3518

RATIOMETRIC,
CHARACTERISTICS DEFINITIONS
Quiescent Voltage Output. In the quiescent state (no
magnetic field), the output is ideally equal to one-half of
the supply voltage over the operating voltage and temperature range (VOQ VCC/2). Due to internal component
tolerances and thermal considerations, there is a tolerance
on the quiescent voltage output and on the quiescent
voltage output as a function of supply voltage and ambient
temperature. For purposes of specification, the quiescent
voltage output as a function of temperature is defined as
Ratiometry. The A3517xUA and A3518xUA feature a

ratiometric output. The quiescent voltage output and
sensitivity are proportional to the supply voltage
(ratiometric).
The per cent ratiometric change in the quiescent
voltage output is defined as
VOQ(V) =
VOQ(T) =
VOQ(TA) VOQ(25C)
VO(500G) VO(-500G)
Sens(V) =
Lin+ =
The stability of sensitivity as a function of temperature is defined as

Lin =
Sens(25C)
x 100%
Sens(VCC) / Sens(5V)
VCC / 5 V
x 100%
(5)
VO(500G) VOQ
2 (VO(250G) VOQ)
x 100%
(6)
x 100%
(7)
VO(-500G) VOQ
2 (VO(-250G) VOQ)
(3)
and output symmetry as
Sym =
(4)
Linearity and Symmetry. The on-chip output stage is

designed to provide a linear output to within 500 mV of
either rail with a supply voltage of 5 V. This is equivalent
to approximately 800 gauss of ambient field. Although
application of stronger magnetic fields will not damage
these devices, it will force the output into a non-linear
region. Linearity in per cent is measured and defined as
(2)
1000 G
Sens(TA) Sens(25C)
x 100%
and the per cent ratiometric change in sensitivity is defined

as
Sensitivity. The presence of a south-pole magnetic field

perpendicular to the package face (the branded surface)
will increase the output voltage from its quiescent value
toward the supply voltage rail by an amount proportional to
the magnetic field applied. Conversely, the application of
a north pole will decrease the output voltage from its
quiescent value. This proportionality is specified as the
sensitivity of the device and is defined as
Sens(T) =
VCC / 5 V
(1)
Sens(25C)
This calculation yields the devices equivalent

accuracy, over the operating temperature range, in gauss.
Sens =
VOQ(VCC) / VOQ(5V)
VO(500G) VOQ
VOQ VO(-500G)
x 100%
(8)
3517 AND 3518

RATIOMETRIC,
TYPICAL CHARACTERISTICS
1.4
9.0
Vcc = 5.5 V
OUTPUT RESISTANCE IN
SUPPLY CURRENT IN mA
1.2
8.0
7.0
Vcc = 5 V
IO =
1.0
-1 m
IO =
IO =
1m
5 mA
0.8
0 mA
IO = 1
0.6
6.0
-50
-25
25
50
100
75
125
0.4
-50
150
-25
25
50
100
75
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE IN C
Dwg. GH-039-2
6.0
2.54
A3517
5.0
2.53
2.52
2.51
SENSITIVITY IN mV/G
QUIESCENT OUTPUT VOLTAGE IN VOLTS
150
Dwg. GH-060-1
2.55
A3517
2.50
A3518
2.49
2.48
Vcc = 5 V
Io = -1 mA
2.47
4.0
3.0
A3518
2.0
Vcc = 5 V
Io = -1 mA
1.0
2.46
2.45
-50
-25
25
50
75
100
125
150
0
-50
-25
25
50
75
100
125
150
Dwg. GH-067-1
125

Dwg. GH-066-1
3517 AND 3518

RATIOMETRIC,
CRITERIA FOR DEVICE QUALIFICATION
All Allegro sensors are subjected to stringent qualification requirements prior to being released to production.
To become qualified, except for the destructive ESD tests, no failures are permitted.
Qualification Test
Test Method and Test Conditions
Test Length
Samples
Temperature Humidity
Bias Life
JESD22-A101
TA = 85C, RH = 85%
1000 hrs
77
Bias Life
JESD22-A108
TA = 150C, TJ = 165C
1000 hrs
77
(Surge Operating Life)
JESD22-A108
TA = 175C, TJ = 190C
168 hrs
77
Autoclave, Unbiased
JESD22-A102
TA = 121C, 15 psig
96 hrs
77
High-Temperature
(Bake) Storage Life
JESD22-A103
TA = 170C
1000 hrs
77
Temperature Cycle
JESD22-A104
1000 cycles
77
ESD,
Human Body Model
CDF-AEC-Q100-002
Pre/Post
Reading
3 per
test
Comments
Device biased for
minimum power
Test to failure
All leads > 3 kV
3517 AND 3518

RATIOMETRIC,
APPLICATIONS INFORMATION
TYPICAL CURRENT-SENSING APPLICATION
Calibrated linear Hall devices, which can be used to

determine the actual flux density presented to the sensor in a
particular application, are available.
B N x 6.9 G/A
For safe, reliable operation, the output should not be pulled

above the supply voltage or pulled below the device ground.
For optimum performance, a 0.1 F capacitor between the
supply and ground, and a 100 pF capacitor between the output
and ground, should be added.
The ratiometric feature is especially valuable when these
devices are used with an analog-to-digital converter. A/D
converters typically derive their LSB step size by ratioing off a
reference voltage line. If the reference voltage varies, the LSB
will vary proportionally. This is a major error source in many
sensing systems. The A3517xUA and A3518xUA can eliminate
this source of error by their ratiometric operation. Because their
gain and offsets are proportional to the supply voltage, if they
are powered from the A/D reference voltage, the sensor output
voltage will track changes in the LSB value.
Dwg. AH-005A
SENSOR LOCATION
ACTIVE AREA DEPTH
0.0195"
0.50 mm
NOM
0.056"
1.42 mm
These devices can withstand infrequent temperature

excursions, beyond the Absolute Maximum Ratings, to
TA = 170C provided the junction temperature, TJ, does not
exceed 200C.
Extensive applications information on Hall-effect sensors
and magnets is also available in the Hall-Effect IC Applications
Guide, which can be found in the latest issue of the Allegro
MicroSystems Electronic Data Book, AMS-702 or Application
Note 27701, or at
0.081"
2.06 mm
A
BRANDED
SURFACE
Dwg. MH-011-7A
Allegro
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3517 AND 3518

RATIOMETRIC,
TYPICAL POSITION-SENSING APPLICATIONS

(Alnico 8, dimensions in inches)
+
VCC
VCC
0.21
N
S
S
N
N
S
S
N
RELATIVE OUTPUT VOLTAGE
VOQ
0.19
S N
RELATIVE MAGNETIC FLUX DENSITY
SENSOR DEPTH
BELOW PACKAGE FACE
N S
D
0
0
0.1
0.2
0.3
0.4
RELATIVE DISTANCE (TOTAL EFFECTIVE AIR GAP)
VOQ
0.5
-0.10
-0.08
-0.06
Dwg. GH-047
-0.04
0
0.04
RELATIVE DISTANCE
EFFECTIVE AIR GAP = 0.050
GND
0
RELATIVE DISTANCE
0.2
0.4
Dwg. GH-048
0.21
VOQ
Dwg. GH-049
EFFECTIVE
AIR GAP
-0.2
GND
0.10
VCC
0.19
-0.4
0.08
VCC
0.06
0
0
0.05
0.10
0.15
RELATIVE DISTANCE
0.20
VOQ
0.25
Dwg. GH-050
3517 AND 3518

RATIOMETRIC,
A3517xUA and A3518xUA
Dimensions in Millimeters
(for reference only)
Dimensions in Inches
(controlling dimensions)
0.164
0.159
4.17
4.04
0.062
0.058
45
1.57
1.47
45
3.10
2.97
0.122
0.117
45
45
0.085
0.031
2.16
0.79
MAX
MAX
0.640
0.600
16.26
15.24
0.0173
0.0138
0.0189
0.0142
SEE NOTE
0.44
0.35
0.48
0.36
SEE NOTE
1.27
0.050
BSC
BSC
Dwg. MH-014E in
Dwg. MH-014E mm
Radial Lead Form (order A351xxUA-LC)

NOTES: 1. Tolerances on package height and width represent
allowable mold offsets. Dimensions given are
measured at the widest point (parting line).
2. Exact body and lead configuration at vendors option
within limits shown.
3. Height does not include mold gate flash.
4. Recommended minimum PWB hole diameter to clear
transition area is 0.035" (0.89 mm).
5. Where no tolerance is specified, dimension is nominal.
6. Supplied in bulk pack (500 pieces per bag).
0.108"
(2.74 mm)
0.620"
0.500"
(15.7 mm
12.7 mm)
0.100"
(2.5 mm)
Dwg. MH-026
NOTE: Lead-form dimensions are the nominals produced on the

forming equipment. No dimensional tolerance is implied or
guaranteed for bulk packaging (500 pieces per bag).
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3517 AND 3518

RATIOMETRIC,
Surface-Mount Lead Form (add -TL to part number)

Dimensions in Inches
Dimensions in Millimeters
(controlling dimensions)
(for reference only)
0.095
2.41
0.005
0.004
MAX
NOTE:
0.13
0.002
0.051
MAX
MAX
08
0.10
0.020
MIN
FLAT
MAX
Dwg. MH-015 in
08
0.51
MIN
FLAT
Dwg. MH-015 mm
Supplied in bulk pack (500 devices per bag).
The products described herein are manufactured under one or more

of the following U.S. patents: 5,045,920; 5,264,783; 5,442,283;
5,389,889; 5,581,179; 5,517,112; 5,619,137; 5,621,319; 5,650,719;
5,686,894; 5,694,038; 5,729,130; 5,917,320; and other patents
pending.
Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. reserves the right to make, from time to
time, such departures from the detail specifications as may be required
to permit improvements in the performance, reliability, or
manufacturability of its products. Before placing an order, the user is
cautioned to verify that the information being relied upon is current.
Allegro products are not authorized for use as critical components
in life-support appliances, devices, or systems without express written
approval.
The information included herein is believed to be accurate and
reliable. However, Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. assumes no responsibility for its use; nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of
third parties that may result from its use.
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3517 AND 3518

RATIOMETRIC,
HALL-EFFECT SENSORS
Partial
Part
Number
Supply
Voltage (V)
Typical
Sensitivity
Equivalent
Accuracy
(see note 3)
Oper.
Temp.
Packages
Comments
UGN3503
A3515x
A3516x
A3517x
A3518x
4.5 to 6
4.5 to 5.5
4.5 to 5.5
4.5 to 5.5
4.5 to 5.5
1.3 mV/G
5 mV/G
2.5 mV/G
5 mV/G
2.5 mV/G
<10 G
<10 G
<20 G
<20 G
S
E, L
E, L
S, L
S, L
LT, UA
UA
UA
UA
UA
chopper stabilized
chopper stabilized
chopper stabilized
chopper stabilized
Notes: 1) Typical data is at TA = +25C and nominal operating voltage.

2) x = Operating Temperature Range [suffix letter or (prefix)]: S (UGN) = -20C to +85C, E = -40C to +85C,
J = -40C to +115C, K (UGS) = -40C to +125C, L (UGL) = -40C to +150C.
3) Linear Hall-effect equivalent accuracy is defined as VOQ over the operating temperature range,
divided by sensitivity.
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Data Sheet

RATIOMETRIC, LINEAR HALL-EFFECT SENSORS

The A3517xUA and A3518xUA are sensitive, temperature-stable linear

Pinning is shown viewed from branded side.

Each BiCMOS monolithic circuit integrates a Hall element, improved

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS

Temperature-Stable Quiescent Output Voltage

Precise Recoverability After Temperature Cycling

Output Voltage Proportional to Applied Magnetic Field

Ratiometric Rail-to-Rail Output

4.5 V to 5.5 V Operation

Immune to Mechanical Stress

Small Package Size

Always order by complete part number, e.g., A3517SUA .

3517 AND 3518

ALLOWABLE PACKAGE POWER DISSIPATION in MILLIWATTS

115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036

3517 AND 3518

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS over operating temperature range, at VCC = 5 V (unless

Bandwidth (-3 dB)

NOTE 1 Typical data is at TA = 25C and is for design information only.

3517 AND 3518

MAGNETIC CHARACTERISTICS over operating temperature range, at VCC = 5 V, IO = -1 mA

Min. Typ. Max.

Min. Typ. Max.

Min. Typ. Max.

Min. Typ. Max.

Operating Temp. Range, T A

Positive Linearity, Lin+

Negative Linearity, Lin

115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036

3517 AND 3518

Ratiometry. The A3517xUA and A3518xUA feature a

The stability of sensitivity as a function of temperature is defined as

Linearity and Symmetry. The on-chip output stage is

and the per cent ratiometric change in sensitivity is defined

Sensitivity. The presence of a south-pole magnetic field

This calculation yields the devices equivalent

3517 AND 3518

QUIESCENT OUTPUT VOLTAGE IN VOLTS

115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036

3517 AND 3518

Test Method and Test Conditions

(Surge Operating Life)

3517 AND 3518

TYPICAL CURRENT-SENSING APPLICATION

Calibrated linear Hall devices, which can be used to

For safe, reliable operation, the output should not be pulled

These devices can withstand infrequent temperature

115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036

3517 AND 3518

TYPICAL POSITION-SENSING APPLICATIONS

RELATIVE OUTPUT VOLTAGE

RELATIVE OUTPUT VOLTAGE

RELATIVE MAGNETIC FLUX DENSITY

RELATIVE MAGNETIC FLUX DENSITY

EFFECTIVE AIR GAP = 0.050

RELATIVE OUTPUT VOLTAGE

RELATIVE MAGNETIC FLUX DENSITY