National Semiconductor LM74A SPI/MICROWIRE 12-Bit Temperature Sensor Datasheet

LM74A is a temperature sensor produced by Texas Instruments. It can measure temperatures between -55°C and +150°C with an accuracy of ±3.5°C.


National Semiconductor LM74A SPI/MICROWIRE 12-Bit Temperature Sensor Datasheet - cover page
Brand
National Semiconductor
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
12
File format
PDF
File size
190 KB
Published
06 July, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
Models
LM74A, LM74
MD5 checksum
1B80D05B9AAC54ED764069B392B3D32F

About this manual

The LM74A is a Delta-Sigma analog-to-digital converter designed as a temperature sensor. It features an SPI and MICROWIRE compatible interface, allowing the host to query the device at any time to read temperature data. The device includes a shutdown mode to reduce power consumption to less than 10 µA, making it suitable for systems where low average power is critical.

The LM74A offers a temperature resolution of 0.0625°C per LSB and operates over a range of -55°C to +150°C. It is specified for use in thermal management and protection applications within hard disk drives, printers, electronic test equipment, and office electronics. The component is available in a 5-Bump micro SMD package and an 8-pin SOP package.

What's inside

  • General Description
  • Applications
  • Features
  • Key Specifications
  • Ordering Information
  • Pin Descriptions
  • Absolute Maximum Ratings
  • Temperature-to-Digital Converter Characteristics
  • Serial Bus Digital Switching Characteristics
  • Electrical Characteristics

Specifications

Temperature Resolution0.0625°C per LSB
Operating Temperature Range-55°C to +150°C
Accuracy (0°C to +150°C)+3.5°C (max)
Supply Voltage Range4.5V to 5.5V
Shutdown Current8 µA (typ)
Operating Current310 µA (typ)

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature resolution of the LM74A?

The LM74A has a temperature resolution of 0.0625°C per LSB.

What are the operating temperature limits for the LM74A?

The device operates over a temperature range of -55°C to +150°C.

Is the LM74A compatible with SPI and MICROWIRE buses?

Yes, it features an SPI and MICROWIRE compatible interface.

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