LX3301A Inductive Sensor Interface IC with Embedded MCU

Description
The LX3301A is a member of Microsemi’s new family of smart sensor interface products. Designed to process inductive
sensors, which are based upon linear variable differential transformer (LVDT) principles, this new device integrates two complete
analog channels, oscillator/exciter, 32-bit RISC processor, non-volatile configuration memory, and analog or PWM outputs.

VDD
VIN
Clock/
Regulator Watchdog

OSC1 EEPROM
Feedback
OSC2
ROM
DOUT

EMI PWM
CL1 Filter
Demod AAF ADC Filter 32 - bit

MUX
AOUT
MCU
DAC
EMI
CL2 Demod AAF ADC Filter
Filter

EEWR
SUB

GND
GNDCL

Figure 1: Top-Level Block Diagram

In typical operation, inputs from the inductive sensor are conditioned, demodulated, and converted into 13-bit values. The
MCU processes these values to produce a linearized measurement value with either 12-bit accuracy (analog output) or 13-bit
accuracy (PWM output.) Internal non-volatile memory allows the user to configure various parameters within the IC, including
five (5) calibration points, origin/end points, and low and high plateau levels. The internal non-volatile memory is configured
via the VIN power pin, which allows a sensor assembly to be configured without the need for additional programming pins.

Key Features
• Embedded 32-bit processing engine with 12 kB • User-programmable 16 x 16-bit non-volatile
program memory configuration memory
• Two sensor input channels with integrated demodulator • Multiple diagnostics features (ISO 26262 compliant)
• Internal oscillator with frequency range of 1 to 5 MHz • Host interface: Analog output or PWM
• Dual 13-bit ADC with sample rates to 2 kHz • 4.5 V to 5.6 V input voltage; 8 mA (typical) operating current, not
• Linearization algorithm with: including exciter tail current
o Five user-defined linearization points • -40 to 125 °C operation, AEC-Q100 grade 1 certified
o Programmable origin and end points
o 6 segments linearization
o Programmable low and high plateau levels
LX3301A Inductive Sensor Interface IC with Embedded MCU

System Power

VIN
OSC1 GND SUB
OSC2 DOUT OSC1

LX3301A
VDD AOUT/DOUT AOUT OSC2
System VIN EEWR
Sensor LX3301A Controller
CL1
VDD CL2
NC GNDCL
CL2
EEWR NC CL1
GND
GNDCL

Figure 3: 14-TSSOP Pin Assignments

Figure 2: LVDT/Inductive Sensor Configuration

Target Applications
The LX3301A includes integrated diagnostics features, The LX3301A is an ideal solution for measuring mechanical
which regularly monitor various functions within the IC and movement (linear, angular/rotation, and proximity) in a wide
report conditions which are outside of specified parameters. variety of applications in automotive, industrial, aerospace,
In the event of a detect failure, the device drives the output and commercial applications including:
to a pre-defined diagnostics level. The internal diagnostics • Rotor position sensing (brushless DC motors)
information can also be output via SENT-compatible • Robotic arm positioning
protocol for system development and debug purposes. • Fluid level sensing
The LX3301A is compliant with ISO 26262 and rated for • Proximity detection (industrial automation)
ASIL C applications. Packaged in a 14-TSSOP package, the device • Gear position/travel (automotive)
operates (to specification) from -40 to 125 °C and maintains full
functionality to 150 °C. The LX3301A is certified to AEC-Q100 grade 1. For more information about Microsemi’s product portfolio for
automotive and industrial applications, visit

http://www.microsemi.com/applications/automotive
http://www.microsemi.com/applications/industrial

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