TIDUFG0 November   2025

 

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  2.   Description
  3.   Resources
  4.   Features
  5.   Applications
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  7. 1System Description
  8. 2System Overview
    1. 2.1 Block Diagram
      1. 2.1.1 PCB Rogowski Coils
      2. 2.1.2 Integrator Stage
      3. 2.1.3 Input Stage
      4. 2.1.4 Differential Amplifier Stage
      5. 2.1.5 High-Bandwidth, Low-Noise Amplifier Stage
        1. 2.1.5.1 Hybrid Integrator
        2. 2.1.5.2 Band Pass Filter
        3. 2.1.5.3 Logarithmic Amplifier
    2. 2.2 Design Considerations
      1. 2.2.1 Component Selection
      2. 2.2.2 RC Component Selection
      3. 2.2.3 Gain Setting
    3. 2.3 Highlighted Products
      1. 2.3.1 INA333
      2. 2.3.2 TLV9002
      3. 2.3.3 LM2664
      4. 2.3.4 TLV2387
      5. 2.3.5 LOG300
      6. 2.3.6 TL081H
  9. 3Hardware, Software, Testing Requirements, and Test Results
    1. 3.1 Hardware Requirements
    2. 3.2 Test Setup
      1. 3.2.1 Metering Setup
        1. 3.2.1.1 Accurate Current Source
        2. 3.2.1.2 TIDA-010987
        3. 3.2.1.3 ADS131M08 Metrology Evaluation Module
        4. 3.2.1.4 GUI
      2. 3.2.2 5kHz to 50kHz Band Pass and Logarithmic Amplifier Test Setup
        1. 3.2.2.1 Oscilloscope
        2. 3.2.2.2 Function Generator
    3. 3.3 Test Results
      1. 3.3.1 No Load Conditions
        1. 3.3.1.1 Objective
        2. 3.3.1.2 Setup
        3. 3.3.1.3 Requirements
        4. 3.3.1.4 Results
      2. 3.3.2 Starting Load Test
        1. 3.3.2.1 Objective
        2. 3.3.2.2 Setup
        3. 3.3.2.3 Requirements
        4. 3.3.2.4 Results
      3. 3.3.3 Active Power Measurements
        1. 3.3.3.1 Objective
        2. 3.3.3.2 Setup
        3. 3.3.3.3 Requirements
        4. 3.3.3.4 Results
      4. 3.3.4 Variation of Power factor
        1. 3.3.4.1 Objective
        2. 3.3.4.2 Setup
        3. 3.3.4.3 Requirements
        4. 3.3.4.4 Results
      5. 3.3.5 Variation of Voltage Test
        1. 3.3.5.1 Objective
        2. 3.3.5.2 Setup
        3. 3.3.5.3 Requirements
        4. 3.3.5.4 Results
      6. 3.3.6 Variation of Frequency
        1. 3.3.6.1 Objective
        2. 3.3.6.2 Setup
        3. 3.3.6.3 Requirements
        4. 3.3.6.4 Results
      7. 3.3.7 Band Pass
        1. 3.3.7.1 Objective
        2. 3.3.7.2 Setup
        3. 3.3.7.3 Requirements
        4. 3.3.7.4 Results
      8. 3.3.8 Logarithmic Amplifier
        1. 3.3.8.1 Objective
        2. 3.3.8.2 Setup
        3. 3.3.8.3 Requirements
        4. 3.3.8.4 Results
  10. 4Design and Documentation Support
    1. 4.1 Design Files
      1. 4.1.1 Schematics
      2. 4.1.2 BOM
      3. 4.1.3 PCB Layout Recommendations
        1. 4.1.3.1 Layout Prints
    2. 4.2 Tools
    3. 4.3 Documentation Support
    4. 4.4 Support Resources
    5. 4.5 Trademarks
  11. 5About the Author

PCB Rogowski Coils

The TIDA-010987 reference design integrates six different PCB Rogowski coil sizes, each carefully laid out as a differential winding on a printed circuit board. The design leverages automated Python® based scripting to minimize human error and provide precise symmetry, which is essential for coil accuracy and noise rejection. The approach not only enhances repeatability in manufacturing but also provides consistent coil performance across prototypes and production units.

Each coil is clearly labeled with the maximum measurable current rating and the associated gain requirement for the conditioning circuitry. The labeling allows end users to easily identify and select the most appropriate coil for the application, whether measuring low-level currents for residential metering or handling higher current ranges for industrial protection systems. The labeling and standardized form factor eliminate guesswork, making the design highly practical for engineers who need to evaluate Rogowski coils in real-world conditions.

A key benefit of the implementation is the user-friendly, plug-in architecture. Unlike traditional Rogowski coil setups that can require soldering or external connectors (jumper cables), the TIDA-010987 provides a punch-out and plug-in form factor. Engineers can quickly swap between coil sizes without reworking the board or reconfiguring the setup, dramatically reducing evaluation and prototyping time. The modularity makes the design particularly useful for R&D labs, academic settings, and product teams comparing multiple coil geometries for a given current-sensing challenge.