Current Sensor Breakout (ACS723) Hookup Guide
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AGlass0fMilk, Eroc
Resources and Going Further
The ACS723 sensor is ideal if you need to measure a small to moderate amount of current, especially if it's AC current! For more information about the ACS723, check out the links below:
- ACS723 Datasheet
- SparkFun Current Sensor Breakout - ACS723
- SparkFun Current Sensor Breakout - ACS723 (Low Current)
If you don't need electrical isolation and want to measure smaller currents, check out the INA169 Breakout Board. And for even higher power applications, check out the Non-Invasive Current Sensor - 30A.
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Or check out this blog post relacted to the ACS723.