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MCP9808-E/MC

Digital Temperature Sensor

The MCP9808-E/MC is a digital temperature sensor from Microchip Technology. View the full MCP9808-E/MC datasheet below including key specifications, electrical characteristics, absolute maximum ratings.

MCP9808-E/MC shares its datasheet with MCP9808, whose page lists every part number it covers.

Official MCP9808-E/MC datasheet (PDF) — the source this page was extracted from.

Package

DFN-8 2x3mm

MCP9808-E/MC Key Specifications

ParameterValue
Resolution0.5°C, 0.25°C, 0.125°C, 0.0625°C (user-selectable)
Alert OutputOpen-drain, programmable polarity, window and critical limits
Repeatability±0.0625°C typical
Conversion Time30 ms (0.5°C) to 250 ms (0.0625°C) typical
Shutdown Current0.1 µA typical, 2 µA maximum
Operating Current200 µA typical, 400 µA maximum
Supply Voltage Range2.7V to 5.5V
Communication InterfaceI2C/SMBus compatible, 400 kHz, 2-wire
Power-On Reset Threshold2.2V typical (falling VDD)
Thermal Response (DFN-8)0.7 s typical to 63%
Operating Temperature Range-40°C to +125°C
Accuracy (-20°C To +100°C)±0.5°C maximum, ±0.25°C typical
Accuracy (-40°C To +125°C)±1°C maximum

MCP9808-E/MC 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-E/MC 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-E/MC Applications

  • General Purpose
  • Industrial Applications
  • Industrial Freezers and Refrigerators
  • Food Processing
  • Personal Computers and Servers
  • PC Peripherals
  • Consumer Electronics
  • Handheld/Portable Devices

MCP9808-E/MC Pin Configuration

The descriptions of the pins are listed in Table 3-1.

TABLE 3-1: PIN FUNCTION TABLE

DFNMSOPSymbolPin Function
11SDASerial Data Line
22SCLSerial Clock Line
33AlertTemperature Alert Output
44GNDGround
55A2Slave Address
66A1Slave Address
77A0Slave Address
88V DDPower Pin
9-EPExposed Thermal Pad (EP); must be connected to GND

MCP9808-E/MC Electrical Characteristics

Note 1:

ParametersSym.Min.Typ.Max.UnitConditions
Temperature Sensor AccuracyTemperature Sensor AccuracyTemperature Sensor AccuracyTemperature Sensor AccuracyTemperature Sensor AccuracyTemperature Sensor AccuracyTemperature Sensor Accuracy
-20°C < T A +100°CT ACY-0.5±0.25+0.5°CV DD = 3.3V (Note 1)
-40°C < T A +125°CT ACY-1.0±0.25+1.0°CV DD = 3.3V (Note 1)
Accuracy DriftT DRIFT-+0.05-°CV DD = 3.3V (Note 2)
Accuracy RepeatabilityT REPEAT-±0.0625-°C48 hours at +55°C, V DD = 3.3V
Temperature Conversion TimeTemperature Conversion TimeTemperature Conversion TimeTemperature Conversion TimeTemperature Conversion TimeTemperature Conversion TimeTemperature Conversion Time
0.5°C/bitt CONV-30-ms33s/sec (typical)
0.25°C/bitt CONV-65-ms15s/sec (typical)
0.125°C/bitt CONV-130-ms7s/sec (typical)
0.0625°C/bitt CONV-250-ms4s/sec (typical)
Power SupplyPower SupplyPower SupplyPower SupplyPower SupplyPower SupplyPower Supply
Operating Voltage RangeV DD2.7-5.5V
Operating CurrentI DD-200400μ A
Shutdown CurrentI SHDN-0.12μ A
Power-on Reset (POR)V POR-2.2-VThreshold for falling V DD
Power Supply Rejection°C/ V DD--0.1-°C/VV 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 ConfigurationAlert Output (open-drain output, external pull-up resistor required), see Section 5.2.3, Alert Output ConfigurationAlert Output (open-drain output, external pull-up resistor required), see Section 5.2.3, Alert Output ConfigurationAlert Output (open-drain output, external pull-up resistor required), see Section 5.2.3, Alert Output ConfigurationAlert Output (open-drain output, external pull-up resistor required), see Section 5.2.3, Alert Output ConfigurationAlert Output (open-drain output, external pull-up resistor required), see Section 5.2.3, Alert Output ConfigurationAlert Output (open-drain output, external pull-up resistor required), see Section 5.2.3, Alert Output Configuration
High-Level Current (leakage)I OH--1μ AV OH = V DD (Active-Low, Pull-up Resistor)
Low-Level VoltageV OL--0.4VI 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-DFNt RES-0.7-sTime to 63% (+89°C)
8L-MSOPt RES-1.4-sTime 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-E/MC 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-E/MC 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-E/MC Typical Application

  • General Purpose
  • Industrial Applications
  • Industrial Freezers and Refrigerators
  • Food Processing
  • Personal Computers and Servers
  • PC Peripherals
  • Consumer Electronics
  • Handheld/Portable Devices

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 NumberManufacturerPackage
MCP9808Microchip Technology2x3 DFN-8
MCP9808-E/MSMicrochip Technology8-TSSOP, 8-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width)
MCP9808TMicrochip Technology—
MCP9808T-E/MCMicrochip Technology8-VFDFN Exposed Pad
MCP9808T-E/MSMicrochip Technology8-TSSOP, 8-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width)

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  • BME280.C – Bosch Sensortec, Digital Humidity, Pressure, and Temperature Sensor
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  • DS18B20 – Analog Devices, Digital Thermometer

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