Support questions
Do you offer additional services for magnetic design/recommendation?
We are working closely together with vendors of magnetic circuitries as well with research and design houses for such services.
What is the Hall effect?
The Hall effect refers to the potential difference (Hall voltage) on the opposite sides of an electrical conductor through which an electric current is flowing, created by a magnetic field applied perpendicular to the current. Edwin Hall discovered this effect in 1879.
The ratio of the voltage created to the power of the product of the amount of current and the magnetic field (I*B), divided by the element thickness, is known as the Hall coefficient. It is a characteristic of the material from which the conductor is made; therefore, its value depends on the type, number and properties of the charge carriers that constitute the current.
What kind of sensors do you offer?
We offer a wide range of monolithic hall effect sensors manufactured in CMOS technology. In general we can differentiate between simple hall switches to supply an on/off signal or more complex linear hall sensors giving a linear output. Some of the sensors are programmable as per customers application needs.
Where and how can I buy a programming kit?
They can be ordered via email at hje@ecs-electronic.de
Where can I find TDK-Micronas products/references?
Micronas products can be found in virtually every currently produced car in the world. They are a highly reliable solution aimed at 0ppm targets, a key drivering force in the automotive industry. Beside that, our products have made their way into industrial applications, offering the same benefits to our customers as in the automotive arena.
Where can I get technical support?
If you are already in contact with one of our representatives, you may email him directly. Otherwise for general support, please use the following email address: support_sensor@micronas.com
Which automotive applications do you address
We address virtually every automotive application requiring a robust and reliable magnetic sensor solution.
Which parameter can I detect/measure with a hall effect sensor?
With a hall effect sensor you can directly measure parameters such as position as well as linear/angular movement. You can also measure indirect parameters such as current, pressure, RPM and velocity.
Whom should I contact for a quality request?
If you are already in contact with one of our representatives, you may email him directly. Otherwise, please use the following email address: support_sensor@micronas.com
Sales questions
Are your parts qualified according to AEC-Q100?
Our latest parts are fully qualified according to AEC-Q100.
Are your products RoHS conform?
All our products for automotive & industrial conform with the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU.
How can I read your date code?
Our date code is a 4-digit number: the first digit represents the year, the second and the third digit represent the week of the year and the fourth digit represents the day of the week (Monday = 1).
How do I find the right ordering code?
Please check the following document for details:
Hall Sensor Ordering Packaging Handling (PDF, 2 MB)
How do I get reliability and qualification data and reports?
Please ask your direct sales representative for more information.
What are the available packages for Hall sensors?
Please check the following document for details:
Hall Sensors Ordering Codes Packaging Handling (PDF, 2 MB)
What is the minimum order quantity?
Please check the following document for details:
Hall Sensor Ordering Packaging Handling (PDF, 2 MB)
What is the temperature grade for each product?
There are different temperature grades reaching a maximum Tjunction of up to +170°C. The temperature grades are coded accordingly in the ordering code.
Please check the following document for details:
What is your typical lead time?
It varies depending on product. In general you can assume a production lead time of 16 weeks for forecasted volumes.
Where and how can I order samples?
Please address your order to our distributors or to our direct sales force. You can select your distributor under Sales Offices and Distributors
Where are your production locations?
Our main production location is in Freiburg, Germany. We also partner with subcontractors or foundries for specific production tasks or know-how.
Where can I find the product overview?
For a general overview or a direct product search, please check our product pages.
Where can I find your certification?
Quality Certificates can be downloaded under Quality Certificates. Accordingly you will find Environmental Certificates under Environment and Logistics Certificates under Logistics.
Where do I find/select a distributor?
You can select your distributor under Sales Offices and Distributors