Crocus Technology introduces the second generation XtremeSense TMR 2D Angle sensor

     Crocus Technology, a leading supplier of TMR sensors, has announced the launch of the two-dimensional (2D) Angle sensor CT310, the next generation successor to the CT300 released in 2018. Its low noise performance enables high resolution measurements.

     The CT310 was developed using Crocus' patented XtremeSense TMR 2D technology, which delivers high performance, ultra-low Angle error and excellent stability over a wide magnetic field, temperature and voltage range to meet demanding market demands.

     It consists of two full-bridge resistor networks with an operating range of 25 mT to 90 mT. In this range, it compensates over a wide temperature range from -40°C to + 150°C and maintains an angular error of less than 0.25°. The CT310 can be used in end-of-the-shaft or off-shaft configurations with extremely high frequency response and current consumption of less than 250 μA.

     Zack Deiri, President and CEO of Crocus Technology, said: "The CT310, built with Crocus' XtremeSense TMR 2D technology, is a robust angular position sensor that far exceeds competing devices in terms of performance, accuracy, resolution, power consumption, and reliability at high temperatures and strong magnetic fields."

     The CT310's high sensitivity (400mV/V) allows designers to use the device in their systems without the need for external components such as amplifiers, reducing the cost of the overall solution. It is ideal for magnetic encoder applications that replace outdated optical and mechanical technologies. The CT310 provides contactless Angle sensing solutions for applications such as drones, motor control, robotics, white goods and automotive.

     The CT310 is available in wafer/KGD (nominal superior strain), 8-lead TSSOP package, and ultra-thin small-size 8-lead DFN package (2.00 x 2.00 x 0.45 mm). Samples are now available and will go into full production in September 2020.