The MagAlpha MA 700 is a robust contactless angle encoder. The IC detects the absolute angular position of a permanent magnet, typically a diametrically magnetized cylinder attached to the rotor. The MagAlpha is an extremely fast acquisition and processing sensor, allowing accurate angle measurement at speeds from 0 to 120’000 RPM.
Since the measurement is spatially confined, the user has flexibility in terms of magnet shapes and configurations. This can help relaxing mechanical tolerances and, in case the end of shaft position is not available, the MagAlpha 700 can also operate away from the axis of rotation (“side-shaft” mounting).
This article provides you with a basic overview of the MA700 Angular Sensor, including its pin descriptions, features and specifications, etc., to help you quickly understand what MA700 is.