INA226 High-Precision I2C Digital Voltage, Current & Power Monitor Module
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The ultimate digital monitor for precise power diagnostics.
When analog current sensors lack the resolution your project demands, the INA226 Current Sensor Module steps in. This high-precision, programmatic power monitor measures both shunt voltage drops and bus supply voltages up to 36V via an I2C interface, delivering 16-bit resolution for unmatched accuracy.
Unlike basic analog breakout boards, the INA226 features an on-chip multiplier that automatically calculates power in watts, offloading math from your microcontroller. It is highly configurable, featuring a programmable alert pin, adjustable conversion times, and built-in averaging to smooth out noise in volatile circuits.
Perfect For:
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Precision Power Logging: Track the exact energy consumption of low-power microcontrollers, embedded nodes, or homelab hardware.
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Battery Management & Harvesting: Monitor state-of-charge, charge controllers, and efficiency profiles for custom battery packs or solar/MPPT circuits.
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Digital System Interfacing: Seamlessly chain multiple modules on a single I2C bus with microcontrollers like the ESP32, STM32, or Raspberry Pi.
Technical Specifications:
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IC: Texas Instruments INA226
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Interface: I2C (with multiple programmable addresses)
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Bus Voltage Range: 0V to 36V
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Maximum Shunt Offset Voltage: 10 µV (high accuracy, minimal error)
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ADC Resolution: 16-bit
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Calculated Outputs: Current (Amps), Voltage (Volts), and Power (Watts)
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Sensing Configurations: Supports both High-Side and Low-Side sensing
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Operating Voltage: 2.7V to 5.5V logic compatible
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