Overview

Description

The RAA2S4251B is a member of Renesas’ family of CMOS integrated circuits for highly accurate amplification and sensor-specific correction of differential bridge sensor signals. Featuring a maximum analog pre-amplification of 900 with analog sensor offset correction (XSOC), the RAA2S4251B is adjustable to nearly all resistive bridges.

Conditioning calculation is accomplished via a 16-bit RISC microcontroller. Calibration coefficients and configuration data are stored in the nonvolatile memory (NVM), which is reliable in automotive applications.

Measured values are provided via a ratio-metric analog output signal. End-of-line calibration is also supported through this output pin via a One-Wire Interface (OWI). Digital calibration helps keep assembly cost low as no trimming by external devices or lasers is needed. The RAA2S4251B is optimized for harsh automotive environments by over-voltage and reverse polarity protection circuitry, excellent electromagnetic compatibility, and multiple diagnostic features.

Features

  • Capable of measuring one full resistive bridge sensor signals
  • Temperature measurement using external diode/PTC/TCR or internal (PTAT) sensor
  • Large sensor offset correction using analog offset compensation and digital zooming with up to 18-bit resolution
  • Higher digital resolution, fast OUR output update rate by ADC & sharp roll-off by digital LPF
  • Ability to cover large sensor span & high accuracy (0.35% - 1.0%) over the entire temp. range (-40°C to 150°C)
  • Qualified according to AEC-Q100 Grade 0
  • Optimized for harsh automotive environment
  • Over-voltage and reverse polarity protection ±40V, robust EMC performance, and multiple diagnostic features
  • Minimal EOL (end-of-line) production costs during mass production
  • QFN-24 as package option
  • Analog output

Comparison

Applications

Applications

  • Pressure sensing in braking, transmission and HVAC applications
    • xEV
    • Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV)
    • Battery electric vehicle (BEV)
    • Fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV)

Documentation

Type Title Date
Datasheet Log in to Download PDF 435 KB
Manual - Hardware Log in to Download PDF 279 KB
Manual - Hardware Log in to Download PDF 712 KB
Manual - Hardware Log in to Download PDF 374 KB
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Design & Development

Software & Tools

The plug-in for the RAA2S425x requires the 32-bit version of RICBox 7.x.x.

Software & Tools

Software title
Software type
Company
Renesas IC Toolbox (RICBox)
The Renesas IC Toolbox (RICBox) software platform enables customers to configure Renesas devices on evaluation kits when attached to the computer running the software.
Software Package Renesas
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Software Downloads

Type Title Date
Software & Tools - Software EXE 96.60 MB
Software & Tools - Software EXE 18.27 MB
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Boards & Kits

Boards & Kits

Models

High Performance, Highly Accurate Pressure Sensing Solution for Automotive

An overview of the RAA2S425x Family of ICs for automotive pressure sensing systems. Renesas’ SSCs provide highly accurate amplification and sensor-specific correction of signals in automotive xEV/PHEV/FCEV and BEV pressure sensing braking, transmission and HVAC systems.

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