Phase Current Sensing Circuit: Q&A

In summary, the phase current sensing circuit converts phase currents to voltages using a shunt resistor and opamp. The circuit can be divided into two sections, one with R45, R37, and C26 for filtering and the other for gain. The capacitor C26 does not add any significant phase delay, and the gain of the shunt amplifier is set to 15x.
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Phase current sensing and the phase delay
This is the phase current sensing circuit
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Here the phase currents are converted to voltages by passing through shunt resistor and fed to the opamp. Two questions i have
a. Can I analyze the R45, R37, C26 as one filter circuit and the remaining as other circuit for gain?
b. The phase currents are converted into voltages after passing through shunt resistor and are available at the output of the opamp. Does the capacitor C26 add any phase delay?
 
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R45, R37, C26 has a product of about 100 ns, so it will only remove RF.

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Does the capacitor C26 add any phase delay?
Not really. The TC is small compared to R55 * C32 = 1 us, which is probably an antialiasing filter before an A to D converter.

The gain of the shunt amplifier is set by series 1k + 1k = 2k input, to 30k output, gain = x15.
 
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1. What is a phase current sensing circuit?

A phase current sensing circuit is a type of electronic circuit that is used to measure the current flowing through a specific phase of an electrical system. It is commonly used in power systems, motor control, and other applications where monitoring of current is necessary.

2. How does a phase current sensing circuit work?

A phase current sensing circuit typically uses a shunt resistor or a Hall effect sensor to measure the current in a specific phase. The resistor or sensor is connected in series with the phase and the voltage drop or magnetic field generated is used to determine the current flow. This information is then converted into an electrical signal that can be read by a microcontroller or other electronic device.

3. What are the benefits of using a phase current sensing circuit?

One of the main benefits of using a phase current sensing circuit is its ability to provide accurate and real-time measurements of current. This information can be used for various purposes such as overload protection, energy monitoring, and fault detection. Additionally, these circuits are relatively simple and cost-effective to implement.

4. How is a phase current sensing circuit different from a traditional current sensing circuit?

A traditional current sensing circuit measures the total current flow in a system, while a phase current sensing circuit specifically measures the current in a single phase. This allows for more precise monitoring and control of individual phases, which is especially useful in three-phase systems.

5. What are some common applications of phase current sensing circuits?

Phase current sensing circuits are commonly used in motor control applications to monitor the current flow and ensure the motor is functioning properly. They are also used in power systems to monitor and regulate the current flow in each phase, as well as in renewable energy systems to track energy production and consumption.

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