NXP Semiconductors

MPL3115A2  

Pressure Sensors, Transducers

MPL3115A2 Description

The MPL3115A2 is a high-performance, low-power, digital output pressure sensor with an I2C interface from NXP Semiconductors. This sensor is designed to measure absolute pressure and temperature, offering a wide operating pressure range from 7.25PSI to 15.95PSI (50kPa to 110kPa). With a maximum pressure rating of 72.52PSI (500kPa), the MPL3115A2 provides accurate and reliable pressure measurements in various applications.

MPL3115A2 Features

• Absolute Pressure Measurement: The MPL3115A2 measures absolute pressure, making it suitable for applications where the reference pressure is atmospheric pressure.
• I2C Output: The sensor provides a digital I2C output, simplifying integration with microcontrollers and other digital systems.
• Temperature Compensation: The MPL3115A2 features temperature compensation, ensuring accurate pressure measurements over a wide temperature range.
• High Accuracy: The sensor offers an accuracy of ±0.058PSI (±0.4kPa), providing reliable pressure measurements.
• Low Power Consumption: The MPL3115A2 operates with a supply voltage range of 1.95V to 3.6V, making it suitable for battery-powered applications.
• 24-bit Output: The sensor provides a 24-bit output, allowing for high-resolution pressure measurements.
• RoHS3 Compliance: The MPL3115A2 is compliant with RoHS3 regulations, ensuring environmental compliance.
• Surface Mount: The sensor is designed for surface mount applications, making it suitable for PCB integration.

MPL3115A2 Applications

The MPL3115A2 is ideal for a variety of applications, including:

• Board Mount: The sensor's small form factor and surface mount design make it suitable for board mount applications where space is limited.
• Industrial Automation: The MPL3115A2 can be used in industrial automation systems to monitor pressure in various processes.
• Weather Monitoring: The sensor can be used in weather monitoring systems to measure atmospheric pressure.
• Building Automation: The MPL3115A2 can be integrated into building automation systems to monitor pressure in HVAC systems.

Conclusion of MPL3115A2

The MPL3115A2 is a versatile and accurate pressure sensor from NXP Semiconductors, offering a wide operating pressure range, temperature compensation, and a digital I2C output. Its small form factor and surface mount design make it suitable for a variety of applications, including board mount, industrial automation, weather monitoring, and building automation. While the MPL3115A2 is now considered obsolete, it remains a reliable choice for applications requiring accurate pressure measurements in a compact form factor.

MPL3115A2 Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for MPL3115A2

PCN Assembly/Origin :

Mult Dev Wafer Chgs 8/Oct/2020      

Datasheets :

MPL3115A2      

PCN Packaging :

All Dev Label Update 15/Dec/2020      

Design Resources :

Available In the Digi-Key KiCad Library      

PCN Obsolescence/ EOL :

Mult Dev EOL 7/Nov/2020       REPL 29-Apr-2022      

HTML Datasheet :

MPL3115A2      

Environmental Information :

NXP USA Inc REACH       NXP USA Inc RoHS Cert