MCP9600-E/MX

Sensor And Detector Interfaces Overview

The MCP9600-E/MX is a thermocouple EMF to degree Celsius converter manufactured by Microchip Technology. It integrates cold-junction compensation and supports Types K, J, T, N, S, E, B, and R. The device provides hot-junction accuracy of ±1.5°C maximum (±0.5°C typical) at TA = 0°C to +85°C. Measurement resolution is 0.0625°C. Operating voltage ranges from 2.7V to 5.5V with typical operating current of 300 µA. It features a two-wire I2C interface supporting up to eight devices per bus. The component is housed in a 20-lead MQFN package.

Sensor And Detector Interfaces Feature Summary

• Integrated cold-junction compensation using NIST ITS-90 database coefficients
• Supports eight standard thermocouple types for broad industrial compatibility
• Four user-programmable temperature alert outputs for threshold monitoring
• Low power consumption with shutdown mode and burst sampling capabilities

Sensor And Detector Interfaces Applications

• Petrochemical thermal management systems
• Industrial equipment thermal management
• Commercial and industrial ovens
• Temperature detection racks

Sensor And Detector Interfaces Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'E' against official documentation to confirm environmental or reliability specifications. Confirm the MQFN-20 package availability and lead times through authorized distributors. Ensure I2C address configuration via the ADDR pin aligns with system requirements.

Sensor And Detector Interfaces Selection Notes

Select this model when high accuracy within ±1.5°C is required across standard thermocouple types. Consider the MQFN-20 package size for space-constrained PCB layouts. Verify that the I2C interface speed and addressability meet the controller's communication constraints.

Sensor And Detector Interfaces Part Context

This component belongs to the MCP960X/L0X/RL0X family of thermocouple converters. It shares the same physical package and basic interface as variants like the MCP96L00, but offers superior accuracy specifications. The family is designed for applications requiring precise digital temperature conversion from analog thermocouple signals.

Sensor And Detector Interfaces Replacement Considerations

MCP9600-I/MX: Same family member with industrial temperature range specification.