INA260AIPW

Current Regulation/Management Overview

The INA260AIPW is a precision digital current and power monitor manufactured by Texas Instruments. It integrates a low-drift, high-precision shunt resistor with an analog-to-digital converter to provide real-time measurements of bus voltage, load current, and power consumption. The device features a standard I2C interface for communication with host processors. It operates within a wide supply voltage range and supports multiple alert functions triggered by programmable thresholds. The component is housed in a small VSSOP package, facilitating integration into space-constrained designs requiring accurate energy monitoring.

Current Regulation/Management Feature Summary

• Integrates a precision low-drift shunt resistor with signal conditioning circuitry
• Provides simultaneous measurement of bus voltage, load current, and power
• Features a standard two-wire I2C serial interface for data access
• Includes programmable alert pins for threshold-based system protection

Current Regulation/Management Applications

• Industrial process control systems requiring precise energy monitoring
• Telecommunications infrastructure power management units
• White goods and appliance smart metering circuits
• Battery-powered equipment with low-power consumption tracking

Current Regulation/Management Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'AIPW' corresponds to the VSSOP-8 package variant when sourcing. Confirm that the required operating temperature range aligns with industrial specifications if deployed in harsh environments. Ensure the I2C address configuration matches the system design constraints. Check for RoHS compliance documentation if environmental regulations apply to the final assembly. Validate pin compatibility with existing PCB footprints before procurement.

Current Regulation/Management Selection Notes

Select this component when integrated shunt accuracy is critical to avoid external calibration requirements. Consider the INA260 over discrete solutions where board space is limited and measurement consistency across production batches is required. Evaluate the I2C speed requirements against the host controller capabilities. Compare power consumption metrics if battery life is a primary design constraint. Assess the need for additional filtering or averaging features provided by the internal register settings.

Current Regulation/Management Part Context

The INA260 belongs to Texas Instruments' family of precision digital current and power monitors. It complements other devices like the INA219 and INA226 by offering higher accuracy and integrated shunt resistance. This series addresses applications demanding reliable energy accounting without the complexity of external sense amplifiers. The AIPW designation specifically identifies the plastic small-outline version suitable for surface-mount assembly techniques.

Current Regulation/Management Replacement Considerations

• INA260AIPWR
• INA260AIDR

Current Regulation/Management FAQ

Does the INA260AIPW include an internal shunt resistor?

Yes, the device integrates a precision low-drift shunt resistor, eliminating the need for external current-sensing components.

What communication interface does the INA260 use?

The INA260 utilizes a standard two-wire I2C compatible serial interface for accessing measurement registers and configuring alert thresholds.