Kanematsu Futuretech Solutions (KFT), the authorized distributor of Melexis in Japan, announces the launch of the MLX90382. This product delivers the accuracy required for electric vehicle chassis control, ensuring safety and efficiency for next-generation mobility.
■ Addressing Industry Needs
The shift toward electrification and autonomous driving has created a strong market demand for highly accurate chassis control. Traditional mechanical sensors struggle in harsh environments, driving the need for robust magnetic encoder solutions.
■ Key Features
- 16-bit resolution for precise angle measurement (±0.02° accuracy)
- Up to 200,000 e-rpm for ultra-fast response, optimized for x-by-wire architectures
- 360° Stray Field Immunity up to 4 kA/m, ensuring robustness against external magnetic disturbances
- Operating temperature range: -40°C to +150°C, suitable for harsh automotive conditions
- SO 26262 ASIL-C compliant for functional safety
- 20% improved noise immunity compared to previous generation, plus redundant configuration support
■ Interfaces and Compatibility
Supports ABI, UVW, PWM, SPI, and SSI interfaces for seamless integration with existing automotive networks.
■ Main Applications
- e-Chassis control for electric vehicles
- Steering angle detection
- Brake system position control
- Suspension actuator feedback
- Automotive motor control
■ Specifications
| Item | Details |
| Part Number | MLX90382 |
| Sensor Type | Magnetic Position Sensor |
| Resolution | 16-bit |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V, 5V |
| Interfaces | ABI, UVM, PWM, SPI, SSI |
| Operating Temp | -40℃ ～ 150℃ |
| Package Options | QFN-24, TSSOP-16 / TSSOP-16_EP |
■ Comment from Melexis
“Automotive manufacturers are rapidly transitioning to fully digital feedback systems to enable x-by-wire architectures and meet rising safety and availability demands. As part of our ever-growing portfolio of magnetic position sensors, the new MLX90382 meets the needs of steering, braking, and suspension systems head-on,” said Klaus Wilczek, Global Marketing Director at Melexis. He continued, “This latest variant brings those benefits to automotive engineers looking for safe digital protocols, improved on-board diagnostics and simple stray field robust designs — with more innovations still to come”.
■ Availability
The MLX90382 is available now through Kanematsu Futuretech Solutions (KFT) in Japan.
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To discover more, visit www.melexis.com/MLX90382
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