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i-Snail AC Current Sensor 10Amp

ID: 3500_0

The i-Snail VC-10 measures up to 10 amps AC on a wire that passes through its window. Connects to an Analog Input or VINT Hub port.

$40.00

Quantity Available: 241

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5 $38.40
10 $36.80
25 $36.00
50 $35.20
100 $34.40
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The i-Snail-VC is a self powered AC current transducer that provides a 0-5V dc analog signal proportional to the AC current flowing through the device wire window (sine wave RMS calibrated).

The i-Snail-VC is ideal for load monitoring without the need for an external power supply. Factory calibrated, fixed ranges ensure superior accuracy and eliminate configuration and adjustments in the field, saving time and avoiding confusion. Color coded labels allow for easy identification of full scale range.

The 13.7mm (0.54") wire window accommodates a conductor up to AWG #2. Multiple turns of the primary wire may be used to alter the input range. Output voltage is clamped at 6.5V, and the unit delivers a linear output up to 120% overload (6V).

Note: The i-Snail current transducer measures the current in a single AC wire (either the positive or the negative). If you put the whole cable through the window the + and - wires will cancel each other out and the sensor will read a null current value.

Features

  • Measures up to 10 amps AC
  • Connects to a Phidget voltage input or VINT Hub

Formula

The formula for converting output voltage into AC Amps (RMS) is:

AC Amps (RMS) = V * 2

Connection

This sensor connects to a Phidget InterfaceKit or Hub with a voltage input. See the Connection & Compatibility tab for details.

Comes packaged with

  • Mounting Hardware for flexible surface mounting
Mounting

Interface Boards and Hubs

This sensor can be read by any Phidget with an Analog Input or VINT Hub port. It will connect to either one using a Phidget cable; see the diagram in the Phidget Cables section below for wiring instructions. VINT Hub ports can behave just like Analog Inputs, but have the added flexibility of being able to be used as digital inputs, digital outputs, or ports to communicate with VINT devices. For more information about VINT, see the VINT Overview page.

Product Voltage Inputs
Part Number Price Number of Voltage Inputs Voltage Input Resolution (bits)
1010_0
PhidgetInterfaceKit 8/8/8 Mini-Format
$80.00 8 10 bit
1011_0
PhidgetInterfaceKit 2/2/2
$50.00 2 10 bit
1018_2B
PhidgetInterfaceKit 8/8/8
$80.00 8 10 bit
1018_3B
PhidgetInterfaceKit 8/8/8
$80.00 8
1019_1B
PhidgetInterfaceKit 8/8/8 w/6 Port Hub
$110.00 8 10 bit
1203_2B
PhidgetTextLCD 20X2 : White : Integrated PhidgetInterfaceKit 8/8/8
$70.00 8 10 bit
DAQ1000_0
8x Voltage Input Phidget
$20.00 8 12 bit
HUB0000_1
VINT Hub Phidget
$30.00 6 (Shared) *** 15 bit
HUB0001_0
VINT Hub Phidget
$35.00 6 (Shared) * 15 bit
HUB0002_0
VINT Hub Phidget
$40.00 6 (Shared) *** 15 bit
HUB0007_0
1-Port VINT Hub Phidget
$24.00 1 (Shared) ** 16 bit
HUB5000_0
Wireless VINT Hub
$60.00 6 (Shared) * 16 bit
SBC3003_0
PhidgetSBC4
$120.00 6 (Shared) * 16 bit

Phidget Cables

To easily connect this sensor to a Phidget we recommend you use a Phidget cable. Just snip off the connector from one end of the Phidget cable and connect the ends to the sensor as shown below. You can solder multiple cables together in order to make even longer Phidget cables, but you should be aware of the effects of having long wires in your system.

Function Phidget Cable3500
DataWhite+
GroundBlack-
Functional
Product Physical Properties
Part Number Price Cable Length
3002_0
Phidget Cable 60cm
$2.00 600 mm
3003_0
Phidget Cable 10cm
$1.50 100 mm
3004_0
Phidget Cable 350cm
$3.00 3.5 m
3038_0
Phidget Cable 120cm
$2.25 1.2 m
3039_0
Phidget Cable 180cm
$2.75 1.8 m
CBL4104_0
Phidget Cable 30cm
$1.75 300 mm
CBL4105_0
Phidget Cable 90cm
$2.00 900 mm
CBL4106_0
Phidget Cable 150cm
$2.50 1.5 m
KIT4030_0
Phidget Cable Kit
$10.00 80 mm

Product Specifications

Sensor Properties
Sensor Type Current (AC Through-Hole)
Controlled By Voltage Input (0-5V)
Sensor Output Type Non-Ratiometric
Input Current Min 0 A
Input Current Max 10 A
Current Measurement Resolution 10 mA
Measurement Error Max 0.5 %
Electrical Properties
Output Voltage Min 0 V DC
Output Voltage Max 5 V DC
Isolation Voltage (AC) 2.5 kV AC
Physical Properties
Material UL94V-0 ABS Plastic
Wire Window Size 13.7 mm
Operating Temperature Min -40 °C
Operating Temperature Max 50 °C
Customs Information
Canadian HS Export Code 9030.33.00
American HTS Import Code 9030.33.38.00
Country of Origin CA (Canada)

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Product Sensor Properties
Part Number Price Sensor Type Controlled By Input Current Min Input Current Max Current Measurement Resolution
1122_0
30 Amp Current Sensor AC/DC
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3500_0
i-Snail AC Current Sensor 10Amp
$40.00 Current (AC Through-Hole) Voltage Input (0-5V) 0 A 10 A 10 mA
3501_0
i-Snail AC Current Sensor 25Amp
$40.00 Current (AC Through-Hole) Voltage Input (0-5V) 0 A 25 A 25 mA
3502_0
i-Snail AC Current Sensor 50Amp
$40.00 Current (AC Through-Hole) Voltage Input (0-5V) 0 A 50 A 50 mA
3503_0
i-Snail AC Current Sensor 100Amp
$40.00 Current (AC Through-Hole) Voltage Input (0-5V) 0 A 100 A 100 mA
3511_0
DC Current Sensor 0-10mA
$95.00 Current (DC In-Line) Voltage Input (0-5V) 0 A 10 mA
3585_0
DC Current Transducer 0-100A
$35.00 Current (DC Through-Hole) ±12V Adapter 0 A 100 A 100 mA
3586_0
DC Current Transducer 0-250A
$35.00 Current (DC Through-Hole) ±12V Adapter 0 A 250 A 250 mA
3588_0
DC Current Transducer ±100A
$35.00 Current (DC Through-Hole) ±12V Adapter -100 A 100 A 200 mA
3589_0
DC Current Transducer ±250A
$35.00 Current (DC Through-Hole) ±12V Adapter -250 A 250 A 500 mA
VCP1100_0
30A Current Sensor Phidget
$25.00 Current (DC In-Line Hall Effect) VINT -30 A 30 A 1.1 mA
VCP4114_0
Clip-on Current Transducer 25A
$15.00 Current (DC Clip-on) Voltage Input (0-5V) -25 A 25 A 10 mA