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DRV401-Q1: DRV401 -how to choose the value of R3 R4 C3 C4

Part Number: DRV401-Q1

Please see the figure below, what's the function of the R3 R4 C3 C4,  i  guess it is used to reduce the synchronous ripple of  PWM and PWM signals . and how to choose the value?

Thanks very much! 

  • Hello Jie,

    I will quote the datasheet on this as will depend on the magnetic probe.

    "R3 and R4, together with C3 and C4, form a network
    that reduces the remaining probe oscillator ripple in
    the output signal. The component values depend
    on the sensor type and are tailored for best results.
    This network is not required for normal operation."

    The frequency will vary depending on the probe used. This is due to the probe saturating can vary from probe to probe.

    "The probe core reaches saturation at a current of typically
    28mA (see Figure 2a). The comparator is connected to
    VREF by approximately 0.5V. A current comparator detects
    the saturation and inverts the excitation voltage polarity,
    causing the probe circuit to oscillate in a frequency range
    of 250kHz to 550kHz. The oscillating frequency is a
    function of the magnetic properties of the probe core and
    its coil."

    Have you attempted your probe and seen its frequency response? I would measure that frequency at the normal operating contrition as the frequency can drift a little do to the magnetic probe properties drifting.