MPXV4006GC6U - 6 kPa Gauge Pressure Sensor, 5V, SOP-8 | NXP
Teilenummer: MPXV4006GC6U ✓ Aktiv| Menge | Stückpreis | Gesamt |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $12.5 | $12,50 |
| 10 | $11.25 | $112,50 |
| 100 | $10.83 | $1.083,00 |
| 500 | $9.95 | $4.975,00 |
| 1.000 | $9.2 | $9.200,00 |
MPXV4006GC6U Übersicht
A pressure sensor is a transducer that converts an applied pressure into a measurable electrical signal. Piezoresistive sensors achieve this by exploiting the change in resistance of silicon strain gauges diffused into a diaphragm; when pressure deflects the diaphragm, the resistors form a Wheatstone bridge whose differential output is proportional to pressure. On-chip signal conditioning, calibration, and temperature compensation in the MPXV4006GC6U eliminate the need for external analog circuitry, which is a key reason this part dominates in cost-sensitive medical, consumer, and HVAC designs.
Key features of the MPXV4006GC6U include a 0 kPa to 6 kPa operating range, ratiometric analog output, 5 V single-supply operation, and top-port 1/8 inch tube pressure inlet. The 8-SMD gull-wing package supports surface-mount assembly, while the integrated compensation delivers typically ±1.5% accuracy over 0°C to 85°C. The sensor also provides a 10 ms typical response time, enabling real-time pressure tracking in dynamic flow systems.
Technically, the MPXV4006G family uses a monolithic silicon die combining the mechanical diaphragm and the analog ASIC in a single chip. This co-integration reduces long-term drift compared with hybrid assemblies and enables a small footprint with high reliability. The 0.2 V to 4.7 V swing keeps the signal well within the 5 V ADC input range of common microcontrollers such as the NXP Kinetis and S32K families.
Typical applications include respiratory monitoring in medical devices, HVAC differential pressure sensing, air-flow measurement in variable-air-volume boxes, appliance water-level detection, weather-station barometric compensation, and process-control gauge monitoring. The integrated signal path allows designers to read pressure with a single ADC channel and minimal firmware calibration.
When designing with this part, route the top-port tube away from vibration sources and PCB flexure, and add a small RC filter on the VOUT node if the ADC input is high-impedance to attenuate conducted EMI. Decouple the supply with a 0.1 µF ceramic capacitor placed within 5 mm of the VCC pin.
Drop-in-Alternativen für MPXV4006GC6U – gleiches Gehäuse, Pin-kompatibel. Bauteile mit anderem Gehäuse, die eine PCB-Überarbeitung erfordern, sind ausgeschlossen.
Varianten dieser Serie
Modelle derselben Serie, die drop-in-kompatibel sind mit MPXV4006GC6U (gleiche Bauform und Footprint) – abweichend in Package, Supply Voltage, Technology, Operating Pressure Range, Operating Temperature.
Schnellvergleichstool – Wählen Sie Alternativbauteile für den Direktvergleich:
MPXV4006GC7U
✅ Drop-In✓ Auf Lager
$10.5 / Stück
Datenblatt ansehen →MPXV4006GC6T1
✅ Drop-In✓ Auf Lager
$4.75 / Stück
Datenblatt ansehen →MPXV4006DP
✅ Drop-In✓ Auf Lager
$7.75 / Stück
Datenblatt ansehen →MPXV4006GC6U Grenzwerte & elektrische Eigenschaften
| Pressure Type | Vented Gauge |
| Operating Pressure Range | 0 kPa to 6 kPa (0 to 0.87 PSI) |
| Ausgangstyp | Analog, Ratiometric |
| Ausgangsspannungsbereich | 0.2 V to 4.7 V |
| Versorgungsspannung | 5 V DC (typical) |
| Gehäuse / Bauform | 8-SMD, Gull Wing, Top Port |
| Port Size | Male, 1/8 inch (3.175 mm) Tube |
| Termination Style | Surface Mount (PCB) |
| Accuracy | ±1.5% (typical, 0°C to 85°C) |
| Betriebstemperatur | 0°C to +85°C |
| Response Time | 10 ms (typical) |
| Technology | Piezoresistive, Monolithic Silicon |
| Signal Conditioning | On-chip amplified and calibrated |
| Montageart | Surface Mount |
MPXV4006GC6U Pin-Konfiguration
| Pin 1 | VCC — 5 V supply input |
| Pin 2 | GND — Ground reference |
| Pin 3 | VOUT — Analog ratiometric pressure output (0.2 V to 4.7 V) |
| Pin 4 | NC — No internal connection (mechanical pin) |
| Pin 5 | NC — No internal connection (mechanical pin) |
| Pin 6 | NC — No internal connection (mechanical pin) |
| Pin 7 | NC — No internal connection (mechanical pin) |
| Pin 8 | NC — No internal connection (mechanical pin) |
Typische Anwendungen
MPXV4006GC6U ist geeignet für 6 Anwendungs: Medical Respiratory Monitoring, HVAC Differential Pressure Sensing, Air-Flow Measurement in VAV Systems, Appliance Water-Level Detection, Weather Station Barometric Compensation, Process Control Gauge Monitoring.
Medical Respiratory Monitoring
The MPXV4006GC6U fits medical respiratory monitoring because its 0 kPa to 6 kPa range spans the typical breathing-circuit pressures used in CPAP, ventilator, and spirometer designs. Its 0.2 V to 4.7 V ratiometric output connects directly to a microcontroller ADC running at 5 V, eliminating the need for external instrumentation amplifiers. The on-chip calibration and temperature compensation reduce firmware burden, while the 10 ms response time tracks breath-to-breath pressure transients in real time. For patient-contact designs, add a bacterial filter on the top-port tube and verify biocompatibility of all gas-path components per ISO 10993.
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HVAC Differential Pressure Sensing
In HVAC variable-air-volume boxes and duct-pressure monitoring, the MPXV4006GC6U measures 0 kPa to 6 kPa with high linearity, allowing direct readout of duct static pressure for damper control algorithms. Its vented gauge reference compensates for ambient barometric shifts automatically, simplifying outdoor installations. The 8-SMD top-port package mounts on the equipment control board, and the 1/8 inch tube inlet accepts standard pneumatic fittings used in commercial HVAC. Compared with discrete bridge-based designs, the integrated signal path reduces PCB area and BOM count significantly.
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Air-Flow Measurement in VAV Systems
Variable-air-volume flow measurement uses a Pitot tube or flow element to generate a differential pressure, which the MPXV4006GC6U converts to an analog voltage for the building automation controller. The 0.2 V to 4.7 V output gives adequate resolution across typical flow ranges, while the ratiometric output tracks the controller's ADC reference. Engineers commonly pair this sensor with thermistor-based temperature compensation for mass-flow calculation. The top-port tube interface simplifies pneumatic plumbing on the control board, and the surface-mount package eliminates hand-wiring in production.
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Appliance Water-Level Detection
The MPXV4006GC6U detects water level in dishwashers, washing machines, and beverage dispensers by sensing hydrostatic pressure at the bottom of a vertical standpipe. Its 6 kPa ceiling covers typical appliance water-column heights, and the integrated signal conditioning means no external amplifier is needed. The vented gauge reference compensates for atmospheric pressure changes that would otherwise cause false readings. Designers should use a food-grade tube and isolation diaphragm to keep the sensor dry and serviceable across the appliance lifetime.
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Weather Station Barometric Compensation
Consumer weather stations use the MPXV4006GC6U for barometric pressure trending and altimeter correction in handheld GPS units. Its low power consumption and small footprint suit battery-powered enclosures, while the calibrated output drives an ADC channel directly. Vented gauge operation means absolute atmospheric readings require software subtraction of local sea-level pressure, which most firmware libraries provide as a calibration constant. The 10 ms response time is more than adequate for the slow-changing weather variables it measures.
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Process Control Gauge Monitoring
Industrial process-control panels use the MPXV4006GC6U to monitor low-pressure clean-room, vacuum-pump, and filter-status applications where 0 kPa to 6 kPa spans the operating envelope. The integrated calibration reduces long-term drift compared with uncompensated transducers, extending calibration intervals. Its 0°C to 85°C operating range covers most factory-floor enclosures without additional thermal management. Engineers typically add a TVS diode and current-limiting resistor on the supply pin to meet industrial EMC requirements.
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Zusammenfassung der empfohlenen Produkte
Technische Referenzdaten für MPXV4006GC6U – Vergleich, Designhinweise und Compliance-Informationen.
Auswahlhilfe
Vergleich mit Alternativen
| Parameter | Dieses Produkt | MPXV4006GC7U | MPXV4006GC6T1 | MPXV4006DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 8-SMD, Gull Wing, Top Port | 8-SMD, Gull Wing, Top Port - same | 8-SMD, Gull Wing, Top Port - same | 8-SMD (uncompensated die) - similar footprint |
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Operating Pressure Range | 0 kPa to 6 kPa | 0 kPa to higher ceiling (variant-specific) | 0 kPa to 6 kPa - identical | 0 kPa to 6 kPa (uncompensated) |
| Output Voltage Range | 0.2 V to 4.7 V | 0.2 V to 4.7 V (family-standard) | 0.2 V to 4.7 V - identical | Raw bridge output, no integrated scaling |
| Signal Conditioning | On-chip amplified and calibrated | On-chip amplified and calibrated | On-chip amplified and calibrated - identical | Uncompensated, requires external op-amps |
| Supply Voltage | 5 V DC | 5 V DC | 5 V DC | 5 V DC (bridge excitation) |
| Packaging Form | Tube (40 pcs) | Tube | Tape & Reel | Tray (bare die) |
| Drop-in Compatibility | Reference | Pin-compatible, range-different | Pin-compatible, packaging-only difference | Same family, requires external conditioning |
Wichtigste Unterscheidungsmerkmale
- Higher operating pressure ceiling for same-package drop-in upgrade path (vs. MPXV4006GC7U)
- Tape-and-reel packaging option for high-volume assembly (vs. MPXV4006GC6T1)
- Fully integrated signal conditioning reduces BOM (vs. MPXV4006DP)
Designhinweise
Place a 0.1 µF ceramic decoupling capacitor within 5 mm of the VCC pin and a 1 nF to 10 nF capacitor on the VOUT trace if the ADC sample-and-hold capacitor is large. The top-port pressure inlet must be oriented vertically to avoid liquid ingress, and the vent hole on the package underside must remain unblocked to preserve gauge accuracy. Reference the NXP application note for land-pattern dimensions.
Do not apply pressure exceeding the maximum rated range or expose the sensor to liquids that can enter the top-port tube without a downstream filter. Avoid exposing the package to mechanical stress on the PCB, since the silicon diaphragm is sensitive to board flexure near the sensor. Confirmed by NXP datasheet, the supply must remain within 4.75 V to 5.25 V for specified accuracy.
Route the VOUT trace away from switching converter inductors and digital clock lines, using a ground guard trace on either side for long runs. The output is ratiometric, so tie the ADC reference to the same VCC rail to maintain absolute accuracy when the supply drifts. Add an RC low-pass filter (1 kΩ + 100 nF) at the ADC input if the application has high-frequency noise, accepting the ~0.1 ms filter delay.
Compliance-Informationen
RoHS and lead-free confirmed per NXP product page. Pressure sensor is not an AEC-Q100 qualified automotive part - choose MPXVxxxxGC6U automotive variants if AEC-Q100 is required.
