The LMP8480 and LMP8481 are precision high-side current sense amplifiers that amplify a small differential voltage developed across a current sense resistor in the presence of high input common-mode voltages. These amplifiers are designed for bidirectional (LMP8481) or unidirectional (LMP8480) current applications and accept input signals with common-mode voltage range from 4V to 76V with a bandwidth of 270kHz. Because the operating power supply range overlaps the input common-mode voltage range, the LMP848x can be powered by the same voltage that is being monitored. This benefit eliminates the need for an intermediate supply voltage to be routed to the point of load where the current is being monitored, resulting in reduced component count and board space.
The LMP848x family consists of fixed gains of 20, 60, and 100 for applications that demand high accuracy over temperature. The low-input offset voltage allows the use of smaller sense resistors without sacrificing system error. The wide operating temperature range of –40°C to 125°C makes the LMP848x an ideal choice for automotive, telecommunications, industrial, and consumer applications. The LMP8480 and LMP8481 are pin-for-pin replacements for the MAX4080 and MAX4081, offering improved offset voltage, wider reference adjust range and higher output drive capabilities. The LMP8480 and LMP8481 are available in a 8-pin VSSOP package.
| Top documentation | Type | Title | Format options | Date |
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| * | Data sheet | LMP848x Precision 76V High-Side Current Sense Amplifiers With Voltage Output datasheet (Rev. F) | PDF | HTML | May 14, 2026 |
| Application note | Using a PCB Copper Trace as a Current Sense Shunt Resistor (Rev. A) | PDF | HTML | Apr 27, 2026 | |
| Application brief | Improving Power Amplifier Efficiency With Current Monitors (Rev. B) | PDF | HTML | Jul 24, 2023 | |
| Application brief | Current Mode Control in Switching Power Supplies (Rev. E) | PDF | HTML | Apr 12, 2023 | |
| Application brief | Switching Power Supply Current Measurements (Rev. E) | PDF | HTML | Apr 7, 2023 | |
| Application brief | Low-Drift, Precision, In-Line Motor Current Measurements With PWM Rejection (Rev. D) | PDF | HTML | Apr 7, 2023 | |
| E-book | An Engineer's Guide to Current Sensing (Rev. B) | Apr 12, 2022 | ||
| Selection guide | Current Sense Amplifiers (Rev. E) | Sep 20, 2021 | ||
| User guide | LMP8480EVM Current Shunt Monitors Guide (Rev. A) | Mar 19, 2013 |
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The Texas Instruments LMP8480/81 evaluation module (EVM) helps designers quickly evaluate the operation and performance of the LMP8480/81 76V Precision High Side Current Sense Amplifier. The EVM is ready to connect to power, load, and test instruments through the use of on-board terminals.
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This high-side current shunt monitor is used to measure the voltage developed across a current-sensing resistor when current passes through it.
Additionally, an external protection circuit is implemented to provide surge and fast-transient protection and demonstrate the different immunity levels to (...)
| Package | Pins | CAD symbols, footprints & 3D models |
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| VSSOP (DGK) | 8 | Ultra Librarian |
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