MAX6641 Overview
The MAX6641 temperature sensor and fan controller accurately measures the temperature of its own die and the temperature of a remote pn junction. The device reports temperature values in digital form using a 2-wire serial interface. The remote pn junction is typically the emitter-base junction of a mon-collector pnp on a CPU, FPGA, or ASIC.
MAX6641 Key Features
- Tiny 3mm x 5mm µMAX Package
- Thermal Diode Input
- Local Temperature Sensor
- Open-Drain PWM Output for Fan Drive
- Programmable Fan Control Characteristics
- Automatic Fan Spin-Up Ensures Fan Start
- ±1°C Remote Temperature Accuracy (+60°C to +145°C)
- Controlled Rate of Change Ensures Unobtrusive Fan-Speed Adjustments
- Temperature Monitoring Begins at Power-On for Fail-Safe System Protection
- OT Output for Throttling or Shutdown