MCP96L01-E/MX

Sensor And Detector Interfaces Overview

The MCP96L01-E/MX is a board-mount temperature sensor IC that converts thermocouple electromotive force (EMF) to degrees Celsius. It supports Type K, J, T, N, S, E, B, and R thermocouples with hot-junction accuracy of ±2.0°C typical and ±4.0°C maximum. The device features integrated cold-junction compensation, an 18-bit ADC providing 0.0625°C resolution, and four programmable alert outputs. It operates on a 2.7V to 5.5V supply with 300µA typical current consumption. The component includes open-circuit and short-circuit detection via the VSENSE pin and communicates via a 2-wire I2C interface in a 20-lead MQFN package.

Sensor And Detector Interfaces Feature Summary

• Integrated thermocouple open-circuit and short-circuit detection capabilities
• Four individually programmable temperature alert outputs for zone monitoring
• User-selectable low-power modes including shutdown and burst sampling

Sensor And Detector Interfaces Applications

• Industrial equipment thermal management
• Petrochemical thermal management systems
• Hand-held measurement equipment
• Commercial and industrial ovens
• Industrial engine thermal monitors

Sensor And Detector Interfaces Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'E' indicates the extended temperature range variant (-40°C to +125°C). Confirm the 'MX' designation corresponds to the 20-lead MQFN package type. Ensure the datasheet revision matches the required specifications for your design implementation.

Sensor And Detector Interfaces Selection Notes

Select this model when thermocouple wire integrity monitoring is required, as it provides dedicated OC/SC alerts. Choose between MCP96L01 and MCP9601 based on whether open-circuit detection is necessary. Verify that the I2C address configuration meets system bus requirements using the ADDR pin.

Sensor And Detector Interfaces Part Context

This component belongs to the MCP960X/L0X/RL0X family of thermocouple-to-digital converters. The L01 variant offers moderate accuracy compared to the high-precision MCP9601 or the wide-range MCP96RL01. All family members share similar interfaces and packaging but differ in conversion accuracy and supported temperature ranges.

Sensor And Detector Interfaces Replacement Considerations

MCP9601-E/MX: Higher accuracy (+/- 1.5°C max) without open-circuit detection. MCP96L00-E/MX: Similar accuracy but lacks open-circuit/short-circuit detection features.