The Current Sensing Challenge
Modern power systems demand millimeter-perfect current measurement while battling electromagnetic interference (EMI), temperature swings, and space constraints. Traditional Hall-effect sensors struggle with ±2% accuracy drift above 85°C (per IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics), causing costly calibration cycles.
Precision Redefined
The LEM HAS100-S/SP50 closed-loop current sensor delivers surgical-grade measurement through three engineering advancements:
- 100A nominal current with ±0.5% accuracy (25°C) ensures compliant operation in ISO 13849-1 safety systems
- -40°C to +125°C operating range with <0.1%/K drift eliminates thermal recalibration (LEM Lab Report #HAS-2123)
- 4kV galvanic isolation withstands voltage spikes in 480VAC motor drives (UL 61800-5-1 certified)
Case Studies
1. Smart Factory Motor Optimization
German robotics firm Bender AG replaced legacy sensors with HAS100-S/SP50 across 120 axis controllers. Results (12-month field data):
- 32% reduction in torque ripple through precise current phase tracking
- 0.03% FSR repeatability enabled predictive bearing wear detection
2. Solar Microgrid Stabilization
Chilean energy provider Andes Renewables deployed 850 units in 2MW photovoltaic farms. Documented outcomes:
- 99.2% MPPT efficiency despite 50°C daily temperature swings
- 15-minute fault localization via <1μs response time short-circuit detection