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For the full machine-readable catalogue index, see [https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/llms.txt](https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/llms.txt). # INA228 Qwiic Current Sensor Breakout **Brand:** SparkFun **URL:** https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products/sparkfun-current-sensor-ina228-qwiic — [Markdown](https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products/sparkfun-current-sensor-ina228-qwiic.md) ## Pricing - **Price:** $24.60 - **Stock:** In stock at supplier - **Local warehouse:** 0 units - **Supplier (SparkFun):** 89 units - **SKU:** SF-SEN-31438 ## How to Buy / Get a Quote - **Add to cart / checkout:** https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products/sparkfun-current-sensor-ina228-qwiic - **Instant quote (curl-friendly, no login):** `https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/cart/link.md?items=SF-SEN-31438:1` — change `:1` to any quantity; add `&postcode={postcode}` for live shipping rates. - **Multi-item quote:** `GET /cart/link.md?items={SKU}:{qty},{SKU}:{qty}&postcode={postcode}` (or `POST /cart/quote`). - **Purchase orders:** Schools, universities and government can pay by PO (Net 30 for approved accounts) — email team@littlebirdelectronics.com.au. ## Description This compact Qwiic breakout uses the Texas Instruments INA228 digital power monitor to measure DC current and power with high precision over I2C. The onboard 20-bit delta-sigma ADC supports readings for current, voltage, power, temperature, energy and charge accumulation.For quick wiring, the board includes two Qwiic connectors and a 3-pin screw terminal for a solderless power monitor setup. If you prefer soldered connections, a 0.1"-spaced plated through-hole header breaks out power, SDA/SCL and the alert pin, and extra through-hole pins are provided for using a custom shunt resistor value if needed.The multi-purpose open-drain alert output can report completed conversions or trigger when configured thresholds are exceeded, helping your main processor stay asleep until a power event needs attention. SparkFun provides the INA2XX Arduino Library, plus supporting documentation including a hookup guide, schematic, KiCad files, board dimensions, datasheet and GitHub repository.Features:DC power monitoring: Monitors DC current and power with high precision over I2C.Multi-measurement: Measures current, voltage, power, temperature, energy and charge accumulation.Qwiic integration: Includes a pair of Qwiic connectors for the Qwiic ecosystem.Screw terminal: Includes a 3-pin screw terminal for solderless power monitor wiring.Custom shunt support: Provides through-hole pins for a custom shunt resistor value if needed.Soldered header option: 0.1"-spaced plated through-hole header breaks out power, SDA/SCL and alert.Alert pin: Multi-purpose open-drain digital output for conversion complete and threshold events.Threshold Alerts: Triggers that instantly alert you if voltage, current, power, or temperature limits are exceeded.Fast Response: A rapid 75 microsecond alert response time to protect sensitive electronics.Deep Analysis: Tracks accumulated energy and charge directly on the chip.External shunt option: Optional external shunt resistor connections.Isolated VBUS: VBUS Isolated from IN± by default.Power indication: Red Power LED.Specifications:ADC: 20-Bit Delta-Sigma ADCOffset Voltage: ± µV (max)Offset Drift: ±0.01 µV/°C (max)Gain Error: ±0.05% (max)Gain Error Drift: ±20 ppm/°C (max)Common Mode Rejection: 154 dB (max)Power Monitoring Accuracy: 0.5% full scale, -40°C to +125°C (max)Energy and Charge Accuracy: 1.0% full scale (max)Alert Response Time: 75 µSCommon-Mode Range: -0.3 V to +85 VBus Voltage Sense Input: 0 V to 85 VShunt Full-Scale Differential Range: ±163.84 mV / ±40.96 mVI2C Interface: 2.94MHz High-Speed I2C InterfaceI2C Addresses: 4 Available I2C Addresses (Selected by solder jumpers)Default Address: 0x40Supply Voltage: 2.7 V to 5.5VOperational Current: 640 µAShutdown Current: 5 µAQwiic Connectors: 2x Qwiic ConnectorsScrew Terminal: 1x 3-Pin Screw TerminalMax Power Rating: 85V/10AIN± Shunt Resistor: 10mΩ (Default)External Shunt Resistor Connections: Optional external shunt resistor connectionsVBUS Isolation: VBUS Isolated from IN± by defaultThrough Hole Header: 0.1"-spaced Through Hole HeaderThrough Hole Header Pins: Power (VCC/GND), I2C (SDA/SCL) and AlertPower LED: Red Power LEDA strong fit for precision power monitoring, battery testing, system telemetry and projects already using Qwiic or I2C hardware. **Product Type:** Current Sensor ## Images - [Image 1](https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/rails/active_storage/blobs/redirect/BAh7BkkiC19yYWlscwY6BkVUewdJIglkYXRhBjsAVGkDUF0DSSIIcHVyBjsAVEkiDGJsb2JfaWQGOwBG--f99b4dbeffc704a8698a09d6e73171658a5ffcd6/31438-current-sensor-feature.jpg) - [Image 2](https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/rails/active_storage/blobs/redirect/BAh7BkkiC19yYWlscwY6BkVUewdJIglkYXRhBjsAVGkDUl0DSSIIcHVyBjsAVEkiDGJsb2JfaWQGOwBG--1042a1fc9c3b1cf5154927d13a92f7d6b07537a9/31438-current-sensor-front.jpg) - [Image 3](https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/rails/active_storage/blobs/redirect/BAh7BkkiC19yYWlscwY6BkVUewdJIglkYXRhBjsAVGkDVF0DSSIIcHVyBjsAVEkiDGJsb2JfaWQGOwBG--aa29d07c26bfd6ccbad47a7a5ab9e157b1435da9/31438-current-sensor-back.jpg) - [Image 4](https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/rails/active_storage/blobs/redirect/BAh7BkkiC19yYWlscwY6BkVUewdJIglkYXRhBjsAVGkDVl0DSSIIcHVyBjsAVEkiDGJsb2JfaWQGOwBG--d09cc4187d60431e23d0b22394b63693e0568fe6/31438-current-sensor-scale.jpg) --- ## Finding & Searching Products If a part listed here isn't quite what you need, you can search Little Bird Electronics' full catalogue: - **Search by keyword:** `GET https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products.md?q={search_term}` — searches title, vendor, SKU, tags, and MPN - **Search via JSON:** `GET https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products.json?q={search_term}` — structured JSON results - **Browse by collection:** `GET https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/collections/{handle}.json` — products in a specific collection - **Filter in-stock only:** `GET https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products.md?q={term}&in_stock=1` - **Individual product detail:** `GET https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products/{handle}.md` — full specs, pricing, stock levels, variants Search supports multi-word queries (AND logic). 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