Overview
The MPXHZ6400A6T1 is an integrated silicon pressure sensor produced by NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale Semiconductor). This sensor integrates on-chip bipolar op amp circuitry and thin film resistor networks to provide a high output signal and temperature compensation. It is designed for measuring absolute pressure and is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its high accuracy, reliability, and compact form factor.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Symbol | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pressure Range | POP | 20 | 400 | kPa | |
| Supply Voltage | VS | 4.64 | 5.0 | 5.36 | Vdc |
| Supply Current | Io | 10 | mAdc | ||
| Minimum Pressure Offset (0 to 85°C) | Voff | 0.133 | 0.2 | 0.267 | Vdc |
| Full Scale Output (0 to 85°C) | VFSO | 4.733 | 4.8 | 4.866 | Vdc |
| Maximum Pressure | PMAX | 1600 | kPa | ||
| Storage Temperature | TSTG | -40 | +125 | °C | |
| Operating Temperature | TA | -40 | +125 | °C | |
| Output Source Current @ Full Scale Output | Io+ | 0.5 | mAdc | ||
| Output Sink Current @ Minimum Pressure Offset | Io- | -0.5 | mAdc |
Key Features
- Improved accuracy at high temperature
- Available in super small outline packages
- 1.5% maximum error over 0°C to 85°C
- Ideally suited for microprocessor or microcontroller-based systems
- Temperature compensated from -40°C to +125°C
- Durable thermoplastic surface mount package
- Package porting and mounting options enable tube attachment for liquefied natural gas (LPG) or remote sensing applications
Applications
- Industrial controls
- Engine control and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) systems
- Fuel injected car engines
- Vehicles powered by green gases (e.g., LPG and CNG)
- Small engines
Q & A
- What is the pressure range of the MPXHZ6400A6T1 sensor? The pressure range is from 20 to 400 kPa (approximately 3.0 to 58 psi).
- What is the supply voltage range for the MPXHZ6400A6T1? The supply voltage range is from 4.64 to 5.36 Vdc.
- What is the maximum error over the temperature range of 0°C to 85°C? The maximum error is 1.5%.
- What is the operating temperature range of the MPXHZ6400A6T1? The operating temperature range is from -40°C to +125°C.
- Is the MPXHZ6400A6T1 suitable for microprocessor or microcontroller-based systems? Yes, it is ideally suited for such systems.
- What type of package does the MPXHZ6400A6T1 come in? It comes in a durable thermoplastic surface mount package.
- Can the MPXHZ6400A6T1 be used in LPG or remote sensing applications? Yes, package porting and mounting options enable tube attachment for these applications.
- What is the maximum pressure the sensor can withstand? The maximum pressure is 1600 kPa.
- How is the sensor protected from environmental factors? A gel die coat isolates the die surface and wire bonds from the environment.
- What are the typical applications of the MPXHZ6400A6T1? Typical applications include industrial controls, engine control, fuel injected car engines, vehicles powered by green gases, and small engines.
