LM75BIMM-5

The LM75BIMM-5 is a digital temperature sensor manufactured by Texas Instruments. It is designed for precise temperature measurement and is particularly useful in various applications such as industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics. Here’s a detailed description of its features and specifications:

Overview

• Type: Digital Temperature Sensor
• Manufacturer: Texas Instruments
• Package Type: 8-Pin MSOP (Mini Small Outline Package)
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +125°C

Key Features

1. Digital Output: The LM75BIMM-5 provides a digital output via I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) interface, allowing for easy integration with microcontrollers and other digital systems.

2. Temperature Measurement: It can measure temperatures with a resolution of 0.125°C, providing accurate readings for a wide range of applications.

3. Addressing: The device supports up to 8 different addresses, allowing multiple LM75 sensors to be connected on the same I2C bus.

4. Programmable Overtemperature and Undertemperature Alerts: The LM75BIMM-5 features programmable thresholds for overtemperature and undertemperature alerts, which can be used to trigger actions in a system when certain temperature limits are exceeded.

5. Low Power Consumption: The sensor is designed for low power operation, making it suitable for battery-powered applications.

6. Shutdown Mode: It includes a shutdown mode that significantly reduces power consumption when the sensor is not in use.

Electrical Characteristics

• Supply Voltage: Operates typically at 3.0V to 5.5V.
• Current Consumption: Typically around 0.5 mA during active operation, and significantly lower in shutdown mode.
• Temperature Accuracy: ±2°C over the full temperature range.

Applications

• Consumer Electronics: Used in devices that require temperature monitoring, such as laptops, smartphones, and home appliances.
• Industrial Equipment: Suitable for monitoring temperatures in industrial machinery and processes.
• Automotive: Can be used in automotive applications for monitoring engine temperatures and cabin climate control.

Pin Configuration

The LM75BIMM-5 features an 8-pin configuration, with pins designated for power supply, ground, I2C data (SDA), I2C clock (SCL), and alert functions.

Conclusion

The LM75BIMM-5 from Texas Instruments is a versatile and reliable digital temperature sensor that combines accuracy, low power consumption, and ease of integration, making it an excellent choice for a wide range of temperature monitoring applications. Its digital output and programmable features enhance its usability in modern electronic systems.