MPVZ4006G6U - 0-6kPa Vented Gauge Pressure Sensor, 8-SMD | NXP
Teilenummer: MPVZ4006G6U ✓ Aktiv| Menge | Stückpreis | Gesamt |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $10.72 | $10,72 |
| 10 | $9.65 | $96,50 |
| 100 | $8.58 | $858,00 |
| 500 | $7.51 | $3.755,00 |
| 1.000 | $7.18 | $7.180,00 |
MPVZ4006G6U Übersicht
A pressure sensor is a transducer that converts an applied pressure into a proportional electrical signal. Piezoresistive sensors use strain gauges diffused into a silicon diaphragm; when pressure deflects the diaphragm, the embedded resistors change value, producing a differential output. On-chip signal conditioning, temperature compensation, and calibration eliminate the need for external compensation networks, allowing the analog output to be read directly into an ADC input of a microcontroller. Within the broader sensor hierarchy, the MPVZ4006G6U belongs to the piezoresistive silicon pressure sensor family, which sits inside MEMS sensors, which sit inside sensors and transducers.
Key features include a pressure range of 0 kPa to 6 kPa (vented gauge), a ratiometric analog output (0.3 V to 4.6 V at 5 V supply), 5 V supply operation (4.75 V to 5.25 V), and high accuracy with on-chip calibration. The 8-SMD module package with a single horizontal port simplifies pneumatic interface via a small tube or sealed gasket. The vented gauge reference uses a rear-side vent path to atmospheric pressure, eliminating the need for external gauge reference plumbing.
Technically, the device uses advanced micromachining plus thin-film metallization plus bipolar semiconductor processing. The piezoresistive bridge is laser-trimmed during calibration to null offset and span errors at room temperature, with residual errors characterized over the -10 °C to +85 °C operating range. The ratiometric output scales with supply voltage, which means ADC readings performed with the same rail as VDD remain accurate across supply variation.
Typical applications include medical respiratory monitoring (CPAP, spirometry), HVAC variable-air-volume controls, appliance pressure sensing (water level, vacuum cleaner suction), industrial process monitoring, weather stations, and consumer fitness equipment. Its low pressure range and vented gauge reference make it well suited to differential pressure measurement across flow restrictors.
When designing with this part, place the sensor port in a stable mechanical environment to avoid pressure transients from tubing resonance. Use the same 5 V rail for the sensor and the ADC reference to take advantage of ratiometric cancellation of supply noise, and decouple VDD with a 100 nF ceramic capacitor placed within 5 mm of the supply pin.
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Varianten dieser Serie
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MPVZ4006GW6U
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MPXV4006GC6U
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$9.2 / Stück
Datenblatt ansehen →MPVZ4006G7U
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$5.45 / Stück
Datenblatt ansehen →MPXV4006GP
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$9.1 / Stück
Datenblatt ansehen →MPVZ4006G6T1
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Datenblatt ansehen →MPVZ4006G6U Grenzwerte & elektrische Eigenschaften
| Pressure Type | Vented Gauge |
| Pressure Range | 0 kPa to 6 kPa (0 to 0.87 PSI) |
| Operating Pressure - Max | 6 kPa |
| Operating Pressure - Min | 0 kPa |
| Ausgangstyp | Analog Voltage (ratiometric) |
| Output Range | 0.3 V to 4.6 V (at 5 V VDD) |
| Output Span | 4.374 V to 4.826 V |
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | 4.75 V to 5.25 V (5 V typical) |
| Accuracy | On-chip calibrated |
| Betriebstemperatur | -10 °C to +85 °C |
| Port Style | Single horizontal port |
| Gehäuse | 8-SMD Module (SOP-8 with port) |
| Montageart | Surface Mount |
| Technology | Piezoresistive (silicon MEMS) |
| RoHS-Status | Compliant |
MPVZ4006G6U Pin-Konfiguration
| Pin 1 | VDD — 5 V supply input |
| Pin 2 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 3 | VOUT — Analog ratiometric output |
| Pin 4 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 5 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 6 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 7 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 8 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
Typische Anwendungen
MPVZ4006G6U ist geeignet für 6 Anwendungs: CPAP and Spirometry Respiratory Monitoring, HVAC Variable Air Volume (VAV) Box Sensing, Washing Machine Water Level Sensing, Vacuum Cleaner Suction Monitoring, Industrial Process Low-Pressure Monitoring, Consumer Fitness and Flow Measurement Devices.
CPAP and Spirometry Respiratory Monitoring
The MPVZ4006G6U is well matched to CPAP machine airflow and spirometry lung-volume measurement because of its calibrated 0-6 kPa range and ratiometric 0.3-4.6 V output that feeds directly into a low-cost medical-grade ADC. Its vented-gauge reference eliminates bulky gauge-port plumbing at the patient interface, and on-chip temperature compensation from -10 °C to +85 °C covers body-adjacent operating environments. Compared with discrete strain-gauge bridges, the integrated signal chain reduces BOM count and EMI-sensitive analog routing, which is critical for IEC 60601-1 medical EMC compliance. Recommended companion: a low-noise 24-bit delta-sigma ADC such as the ADS131A04 for direct sensor digitization.
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HVAC Variable Air Volume (VAV) Box Sensing
The MPVZ4006G6U measures the small static pressure drop across a VAV box flow restrictor, which the controller uses to compute airflow in cubic feet per minute. Its 0-6 kPa range aligns with typical duct static pressures of 0-250 Pa multiplied by the pick-up area of the flow sensor, while the ratiometric analog output shares the same 5 V rail as the HVAC controller's ADC reference for supply-noise cancellation. The SOP-8 module's horizontal port simplifies tube routing to the high/low pressure taps of the pick-up. Estimated power draw under 10 mA from a 5 V rail keeps self-heating well below 1 °C, preserving calibration accuracy across long HVAC duty cycles.
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Washing Machine Water Level Sensing
The MPVZ4006G6U is used in washing machines to detect water level by sensing the air pressure trapped above the water column in a pressure tube connecting the tub to the sensor port. The 0-6 kPa range covers typical drum water-level pressures for domestic appliances, and the vented-gauge reference automatically compensates for atmospheric pressure variations caused by weather or altitude. The 8-SMD module package tolerates the humid, mildly corrosive environment of a washing-machine control bay when conformal coating is applied. The ratiometric analog output interfaces directly with the appliance microcontroller's ADC, eliminating op-amp signal-conditioning stages.
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Vacuum Cleaner Suction Monitoring
The MPVZ4006G6U monitors the suction vacuum developed by a vacuum cleaner motor by tapping on the suction path between the motor and the nozzle. With a 0-6 kPa range spanning typical domestic vacuum-cleaner suction levels and an analog output that scales linearly with pressure, the sensor enables filter-clog detection and automatic suction-power adjustment. The SOP-8 module's small footprint fits inside the handheld body of stick vacuums, and the vented-gauge reference removes the need for separate barometric correction. According to the NXP datasheet, the on-chip calibrated bridge delivers repeatable readings across the full -10 °C to +85 °C operating range, important for cleaners used in cold garages.
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Industrial Process Low-Pressure Monitoring
The MPVZ4006G6U is suitable for low-pressure industrial process monitoring such as cleanroom differential pressure, dust-collection system vacuum, and laboratory gas-flow measurement. Its calibrated analog output provides a stable, repeatable signal across temperature, and the SOP-8 module's surface-mount package enables high-density sensor arrays on process-control PCBs. The vented-gauge reference inherently cancels atmospheric pressure variations, simplifying installation in unconditioned outdoor cabinets. Engineers should add an upstream particulate filter on the pressure port when measuring dust-laden gas streams.
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Consumer Fitness and Flow Measurement Devices
The MPVZ4006G6U powers consumer flow and pressure products including peak-flow meters, fitness breathing trainers, and handheld spirometers. Its 0-6 kPa range matches human exhaled air pressures during peak flow, and the ratiometric output paired with a 5 V coin-cell or USB supply enables low-cost, battery-friendly designs. The compact 8-SMD module supports slim, lightweight enclosures typical of consumer wearables, and the integrated signal chain avoids the calibration drift of discrete bridge designs. Designers can pair the output to a low-power ARM Cortex-M0+ microcontroller with integrated ADC for direct digital readout and BLE transmission.
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Zusammenfassung der empfohlenen Produkte
Technische Referenzdaten für MPVZ4006G6U – Vergleich, Designhinweise und Compliance-Informationen.
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Vergleich mit Alternativen
| Parameter | Dieses Produkt | MPVZ4006GW6U | MPXV4006GC6U | MPVZ4006G7U | MPXV4006GP | MPVZ4006G6T1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 8-SMD Module | 8-SMD Module - same | 8-SMD Module - same | 8-SMD Module - same | 8-SMD Module - same | 8-SMD Module - same |
| Pressure Range | 0-6 kPa | 0-6 kPa | 0-6 kPa | 0-6 kPa | 0-6 kPa | 0-6 kPa |
| Pressure Type | Vented Gauge | Vented Gauge | Vented Gauge | Vented Gauge | Vented Gauge | Vented Gauge |
| Output Type | Analog Voltage | Analog Voltage | Analog Voltage | Analog Voltage | Analog Voltage | Analog Voltage |
| Output Span | 0.3 V to 4.6 V | 0.3 V to 4.6 V | 0.3 V to 4.6 V | 0.3 V to 4.6 V | 0.3 V to 4.6 V | 0.3 V to 4.6 V |
| Supply Voltage | 5 V (4.75-5.25 V) | 5 V (4.75-5.25 V) | 5 V (4.75-5.25 V) | 5 V (4.75-5.25 V) | 5 V (4.75-5.25 V) | 5 V (4.75-5.25 V) |
| Operating Temperature | -10 °C to +85 °C | -10 °C to +85 °C | -10 °C to +85 °C | -10 °C to +85 °C | -10 °C to +85 °C | -10 °C to +85 °C |
| Port Orientation | Horizontal | Horizontal (variant) | Axial | Horizontal | Vertical | Horizontal |
Wichtigste Unterscheidungsmerkmale
- Fully integrated signal-conditioned and calibrated piezoresistive bridge (vs. Discrete strain-gauge bridge modules)
- 0-6 kPa calibrated full-scale range (vs. MPVZ5010G6U (0-10 kPa))
- Vented-gauge reference built into the package (vs. Sealed-gauge pressure sensors)
Designhinweise
Power the MPVZ4006G6U from the same 5 V rail that supplies the ADC reference, since the output is ratiometric and the supply-noise cancellation only works if VDD is shared. Decouple VDD with a 100 nF ceramic capacitor placed within 5 mm of the supply pin; add a 10 µF bulk capacitor on the rail near the sensor for high-current load steps. Estimated self-heating from sensor supply current is well below 1 °C at room ambient.
Keep the sensor port away from board-edge stress and high-vibration regions to avoid tubing resonance artifacts. Provide a stress-relief loop in the pressure tube so that PCB flex does not couple into the sensor body. Place a keepout under the port to avoid obstructing the pressure inlet. Route the VOUT trace away from switching converter inductors to prevent coupling of high-dV/dt signals into the analog output.
Do not block the vented-gauge reference port at the rear of the SOP-8 module; sealing this vent will cause the output to drift with barometric pressure changes and altitude. Avoid kinking or sharply bending the pressure tube, which causes hysteretic offset. Do not apply pressure exceeding 6 kPa, as the calibrated transfer function is undefined outside the specified range and may permanently damage the diaphragm.
Add a low-pass RC filter (1 kΩ + 100 nF) on the VOUT trace if the cable length to the ADC exceeds 50 mm, to limit capacitive coupling of digital signals and ESD transients. Choose a high-impedance, low-bias-current ADC input so the 1-5 kΩ sensor output impedance does not introduce scale-factor error. For medical and HVAC applications where IEC 61000-4-2 ESD immunity is required, add a TVS diode such as PESD5V0L1BA at the sensor connector.
Compliance-Informationen
RoHS and lead-free confirmed via the NXP product page. AEC-Q100 not applicable (pressure sensor, not a discrete semiconductor). REACH and conflict-minerals compliance declared per NXP standard documentation.
