MCP9808
Digital Temperature SensorThe MCP9808 is a digital temperature sensor from Microchip Technology. View the full MCP9808 datasheet below including key specifications, pinout, electrical characteristics, absolute maximum ratings.
Official MCP9808 datasheet (PDF) — the source this page was extracted from.
MCP9808 Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Shutdown Current | 0.1 μA (typical), 2 μA (max) |
| Operating Current | 200 μA (typical), 400 μA (max) |
| I2C Clock Frequency | 400 kHz (max) |
| Supply Voltage Range | 2.7V to 5.5V |
| Temperature Accuracy | ±0.5°C (max) from -20°C to 100°C |
| Measurement Resolution | 0.062 |
| Communication Interface | I2C/SMBus |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to +125°C |
MCP9808 Overview
Part: MCP9808 — Microchip Technology Inc.
Type: Digital Temperature Sensor
Description: A digital temperature sensor with ±0.5°C maximum accuracy from -20°C to 100°C, user-selectable measurement resolution, programmable temperature limits, and a 2-wire I2C/SMBus compatible interface, operating from 2.7V to 5.5V.
Operating Conditions:
- Supply voltage: 2.7V–5.5V
- Operating temperature: -40°C to +125°C
- I2C/SMBus clock frequency: 0–400 kHz
Absolute Maximum Ratings:
- Max supply voltage: 6.0V
- Max junction/storage temperature: +150°C
Key Specs:
- Temperature Sensor Accuracy (-20°C < TA < +100°C): ±0.25°C (typ), ±0.5°C (max) at VDD = 3.3V
- Temperature Sensor Accuracy (-40°C < TA < +125°C): ±0.25°C (typ), ±1.0°C (max) at VDD = 3.3V
- Accuracy Repeatability: ±0.0625°C (typ)
- Operating Current: 200 μA (typ), 400 μA (max)
- Shutdown Current: 0.1 μA (typ), 2 μA (max)
- Temperature Conversion Time (0.0625°C/bit): 250 ms (typ)
- Serial Port Clock Frequency: 400 kHz (max)
Features:
- User-Selectable Measurement Resolution: +0.5°C, +0.25°C, +0.125°C, +0.0625°C
- User-Programmable Temperature Limits: Temperature Window Limit, Critical Temperature Limit
- User-Programmable Temperature Alert Output
- 2-wire Interface: I2C/SMBus Compatible
- Low-Power and Shutdown modes
Applications:
- General Purpose
- Industrial Applications
- Industrial Freezers and Refrigerators
- Food Processing
- Personal Computers and Servers
- PC Peripherals
- Consumer Electronics
- Handheld/Portable Devices
Package:
- 2x3 DFN-8
- MSOP-8
MCP9808 Features
- Accuracy:
- -±0.25 (typical) from -40°C to +125°C
- -±0.5°C (maximum) from -20°C to 100°C
- -±1°C (maximum) from -40°C to +125°C
- -±0.0625°C or ±1 LSb (typical) repeatability
- User-Selectable Measurement Resolution:
- -+0.5°C, +0.25°C, +0.125°C, +0.0625°C
- User-Programmable Temperature Limits:
- -Temperature Window Limit
- -Critical Temperature Limit
- User-Programmable Temperature Alert Output
- Operating Voltage Range: 2.7V-5.5V
- Operating Current: 200 μ A (typical)
- Shutdown Current: 0.1 μ A (typical)
- 2-wire Interface: I 2 C/SMBus Compatible
- Available Packages: 2x3 DFN-8, MSOP-8
MCP9808 Applications
- General Purpose
- Industrial Applications
- Industrial Freezers and Refrigerators
- Food Processing
- Personal Computers and Servers
- PC Peripherals
- Consumer Electronics
- Handheld/Portable Devices
MCP9808 Pin Configuration
MCP9808 Pinout – DFN-8 (2x3)
| Pin Number | Pin Name | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SDA | I/O | Serial Data Line (I²C) |
| 2 | SCL | I/O | Serial Clock Line (I²C) |
| 3 | Alert | O | Temperature Alert Output |
| 4 | GND | P | Ground |
| 5 | A2 | I | Slave Address Configuration |
| 6 | A1 | I | Slave Address Configuration |
| 7 | A0 | I | Slave Address Configuration |
| 8 | VDD | P | Power Supply |
| EP | EP | P | Exposed Thermal Pad (must connect to GND) |
Notes
- DFN-8 package: 8 pins plus exposed thermal pad (EP).
- I²C Interface: SDA and SCL are open-drain outputs; external pull-up resistors required.
- Address Pins (A0–A2): Connect to VDD, GND, or leave floating to set slave address.
- Alert Pin: Open-drain output; requires external pull-up resistor.
- Exposed Pad: The EP (thermal pad on the bottom) must be connected to GND for proper thermal performance.
MCP9808 Electrical Characteristics
Note 1:
| Parameters | Sym. | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Unit | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature Sensor Accuracy | Temperature Sensor Accuracy | Temperature Sensor Accuracy | Temperature Sensor Accuracy | Temperature Sensor Accuracy | Temperature Sensor Accuracy | Temperature Sensor Accuracy |
| -20°C < T A +100°C | T ACY | -0.5 | ±0.25 | +0.5 | °C | V DD = 3.3V (Note 1) |
| -40°C < T A +125°C | T ACY | -1.0 | ±0.25 | +1.0 | °C | V DD = 3.3V (Note 1) |
| Accuracy Drift | T DRIFT | - | +0.05 | - | °C | V DD = 3.3V (Note 2) |
| Accuracy Repeatability | T REPEAT | - | ±0.0625 | - | °C | 48 hours at +55°C, V DD = 3.3V |
| Temperature Conversion Time | Temperature Conversion Time | Temperature Conversion Time | Temperature Conversion Time | Temperature Conversion Time | Temperature Conversion Time | Temperature Conversion Time |
| 0.5°C/bit | t CONV | - | 30 | - | ms | 33s/sec (typical) |
| 0.25°C/bit | t CONV | - | 65 | - | ms | 15s/sec (typical) |
| 0.125°C/bit | t CONV | - | 130 | - | ms | 7s/sec (typical) |
| 0.0625°C/bit | t CONV | - | 250 | - | ms | 4s/sec (typical) |
| Power Supply | Power Supply | Power Supply | Power Supply | Power Supply | Power Supply | Power Supply |
| Operating Voltage Range | V DD | 2.7 | - | 5.5 | V | |
| Operating Current | I DD | - | 200 | 400 | μ A | |
| Shutdown Current | I SHDN | - | 0.1 | 2 | μ A | |
| Power-on Reset (POR) | V POR | - | 2.2 | - | V | Threshold for falling V DD |
| Power Supply Rejection | °C/ V DD | - | -0.1 | - | °C/V | V DD = 2.7V to 5.5V, T A = +25°C |
| Alert Output (open-drain output, external pull-up resistor required), see Section 5.2.3, Alert Output Configuration | Alert Output (open-drain output, external pull-up resistor required), see Section 5.2.3, Alert Output Configuration | Alert Output (open-drain output, external pull-up resistor required), see Section 5.2.3, Alert Output Configuration | Alert Output (open-drain output, external pull-up resistor required), see Section 5.2.3, Alert Output Configuration | Alert Output (open-drain output, external pull-up resistor required), see Section 5.2.3, Alert Output Configuration | Alert Output (open-drain output, external pull-up resistor required), see Section 5.2.3, Alert Output Configuration | Alert Output (open-drain output, external pull-up resistor required), see Section 5.2.3, Alert Output Configuration |
| High-Level Current (leakage) | I OH | - | - | 1 | μ A | V OH = V DD (Active-Low, Pull-up Resistor) |
| Low-Level Voltage | V OL | - | - | 0.4 | V | I OL = 3 mA (Active-Low, Pull-up Resistor) |
| Thermal Response, from +25°C (air) to +125°C (oil bath) | Thermal Response, from +25°C (air) to +125°C (oil bath) | Thermal Response, from +25°C (air) to +125°C (oil bath) | Thermal Response, from +25°C (air) to +125°C (oil bath) | Thermal Response, from +25°C (air) to +125°C (oil bath) | Thermal Response, from +25°C (air) to +125°C (oil bath) | Thermal Response, from +25°C (air) to +125°C (oil bath) |
| 8L-DFN | t RES | - | 0.7 | - | s | Time to 63% (+89°C) |
| 8L-MSOP | t RES | - | 1.4 | - | s | Time to 63% (+89°C) |
Accuracy specification includes life time drift.
2: Using Accelerated Life Cycle, equivalent of 12 years of operation at +55°C.
MCP9808 Absolute Maximum Ratings
- Voltage at All Input/Output Pins ..............GND - 0.3V to 6.0V
- Storage Temperature ...................................-65°C to +150°C
- Ambient Temperature with Power Applied....-40°C to +125°C
- Junction Temperature (T J )...........................................+150°C
- ESD Protection on All Pins (HBM:MM) ................ (4 kV:400V)
- Latch-up Current at Each Pin (+25°C) ..................... ±200 mA
†Notice: Stresses above those listed under 'Maximum ratings' may cause permanent damage to the device. This is a stress rating only and functional operation of the device at those or any other conditions above those indicated in the operational listings of this specification is not implied. Exposure to maximum rating conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
MCP9808 Thermal Information
There is an internal electrical connection between the Exposed Thermal Pad (EP) and the GND pin. The EP may be connected to the system ground on the Printed Circuit Board (PCB).
NOTES:
MCP9808 Typical Application
- General Purpose
- Industrial Applications
- Industrial Freezers and Refrigerators
- Food Processing
- Personal Computers and Servers
- PC Peripherals
- Consumer Electronics
- Handheld/Portable Devices
MCP9808 Ordering Information
| MPN | Package | Temperature Range | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCP9808 | 2x3 DFN-8 | -40°C to +125°C | null |
| MCP9808 | MSOP-8 | -40°C to +125°C | null |
Variants on the same datasheet
These parts have exact links to the same datasheet. They are candidates to compare, not verified drop-in replacements; check package, pinout and electrical limits.
| Part Number | Manufacturer | Package |
|---|---|---|
| MCP9808-E/MC | Microchip Technology | DFN-8 2x3mm |
| MCP9808-E/MS | Microchip Technology | 8-TSSOP, 8-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width) |
| MCP9808T | Microchip Technology | — |
| MCP9808T-E/MC | Microchip Technology | 8-VFDFN Exposed Pad |
| MCP9808T-E/MS | Microchip Technology | 8-TSSOP, 8-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width) |
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