Description
The Microchip Technology Inc.
MCP960X/L0X/RL0X converts thermocouple EMF to degree Celsius with integrated cold-junction compensation.
The temperature correction coefficients are derived from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) ITS-90 Thermocouple Database.
Features
- Thermocouple Electromotive Force (EMF) to °C Converter: - Integrated cold-junction compensation - 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: - Hot and cold-junctions:.