WCS2801 0-1A Current Sensor Module with Overcurrent and Short Circuit Detection (WCS2801 Sensor Module)

The WCS2801 is a current sensing module designed for accurate low-current measurement with integrated overcurrent and short circuit detection. It provides both analog and digital outputs, allowing real-time current monitoring and fault detection in electronic systems. The module is suitable for microcontroller-based projects, battery-powered devices, motor control circuits, and power management applications requiring reliable current sensing and protection.

Key Features -

• Measures current range from 0A to 1A

• Analog voltage output proportional to current

• Digital overcurrent and short circuit detection

• Fast response detection signal

• Compact PCB module design

• Low power consumption

• Easy microcontroller interfacing

• Suitable for protection and monitoring applications

Specifications -

• Product type - Current Sensor Module

• Model - WCS2801

• Current range - 0A to 1A

• Analog output - 2V at 1A Typical

• Digital output - Threshold Detection Signal

• Supply voltage - 5V DC Typical

• Detection mode - Overcurrent and Short Circuit Detection

• Output type - Analog and Digital

• Operating temperature - -20C to +70C

• Application - Current Monitoring and Protection

Interfaces -

• VCC - 5V DC Power Input

• GND - Ground Connection

• AOUT - Analog Voltage Output

• DOUT - Digital Overcurrent Detection Output

• IN+ - Current Measurement Input Positive

• IN- - Current Measurement Input Negative

Applications -

• Current monitoring systems

• Battery-powered devices

• Motor driver protection

• Power management circuits

• Embedded control systems

• Short circuit detection systems

• Microcontroller-based projects