MCP9601 Overview
The Microchip Technology Inc. MCP960X/L0X/RL0X converts thermocouple EMF to degree Celsius with integrated cold-junction pensation. The temperature correction coefficients are derived from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) ITS-90 Thermocouple Database.
MCP9601 Key Features
- Thermocouple Electromotive Force (EMF) to °C Converter
- Integrated cold-junction pensation
- Integrated thermocouple open-circuit and short-circuit detection
- Supported Types (designated by NIST ITS-90)
- Type K, J, T, N, S, E, B and R
- Sensor Accuracy for Thermocouple Hot-Junction
- MCP9600/01 ±0.5°C/±1.5°C (typ./max.)
- MCP96L00/L01 ±2.0°C/±4.0°C (typ./max.)
- MCP96RL00/RL01 ±4.0°C/±8.0°C (typ./max.)
- Measurement Resolution