The LM95235EIMM is a precision integrated-circuit temperature sensor manufactured by Texas Instruments, designed for modern high-performance electronics. This sensor provides an accurate digital temperature reading, making it ideal for system thermal management in a variety of applications, including personal computers, electronics equipment, and industrial systems.
Key Features
- Dual Temperature Sensing: The LM95235EIMM can monitor both its own temperature and the temperature of a diode-connected transistor, which can be used to measure the temperature of a remote thermal diode found in CPUs, GPUs, or other ICs.
- High Accuracy: This sensor offers an impressive accuracy of ±1°C for the local temperature and ±3°C for the remote diode temperature, ensuring reliable and precise thermal data.
- Interface: It features a two-wire System Management Bus (SMBus) interface, which is compatible with standard I²C communication, allowing for easy integration into existing systems.
- Programmable Resolution: The resolution of the temperature readings is programmable for the remote channel, ranging from 8 to 11 bits, providing flexibility in the balance between resolution and conversion time.
- Wide Temperature Range: The LM95235EIMM is capable of measuring temperatures from -40°C to +125°C for the local sensor and -40°C to +150°C for the remote diode.
Applications
- Desktop and Notebook Computers
- Industrial and Medical Equipment
- Embedded Systems
- Electronics Thermal Management Systems
Package and Availability
The LM95235EIMM comes in a small 8-pin VSSOP package, making it suitable for space-constrained applications. Its small footprint and low power consumption make it an excellent choice for portable and battery-powered devices. Texas Instruments ensures availability and support for the LM95235EIMM, with comprehensive technical documentation and a range of development tools to assist in its integration and use in various projects.