MP3V5050VC6U - -50 to 0 kPa Vacuum Pressure Sensor 8-SMD | STMicroelectronics
N.º de pieza: MP3V5050VC6U ✓ Activo| Cant. | Precio unitario | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $7.8 | $7,80 |
| 10 | $7.2 | $72,00 |
| 100 | $6.4 | $640,00 |
| 500 | $5.65 | $2.825,00 |
| 1.000 | $5.05 | $5.050,00 |
MP3V5050VC6U Descripción general
Key specifications derived from the manufacturer datasheet include a 3 V supply, an analog output span of 0.06 V to 2.82 V that is ratiometric to the supply, 5% accuracy across 0C to 85C, and a -40C to +125C operating range. The vented axial port design references atmospheric pressure on the back side so the output indicates vacuum with respect to ambient.
An LDO, or low-dropout linear regulator, is a class of analog power-management IC that maintains a tightly regulated output even when the input voltage is only slightly above the desired rail. Pressure sensors sit higher in the signal-conditioning chain (sensor -> analog front-end -> ADC -> MCU), but they share the same end goal as LDOs: convert a real-world physical quantity or voltage into a clean, low-noise DC level that downstream circuitry can digitize. In this hierarchy the MP3V5050V family belongs to MEMS sensors -> pressure sensors -> signal-conditioned pressure transducers.
The sensor combines advanced micromachining, thin-film metallization, and bipolar semiconductor processing. On-chip op-amp circuitry and laser-trimmed thin-film resistor networks provide a high-level analog output proportional to applied vacuum, simplifying the designer's analog front end. The MP3V5050VC6U is part of the MPxx5050 family, of which the VC6U variant is the vacuum-port SOP 8 gull-wing tape-and-reel part.
Typical applications include HVAC vacuum monitoring, medical vacuum equipment, altimeters and barometric aids, weather stations, and industrial process control where a compact, calibrated, conditioned vacuum signal is needed. Designers also use the part in pneumatic systems that require a ratiometric analog output that follows the supply.
A design tip when using this part: rely on the ratiometric analog output by using the same 3.0 V reference for the ADC and the sensor. This cancels supply drift and preserves the calibrated accuracy. Place a 1 nF to 100 nF decoupling capacitor close to VDD and avoid kinking or torquing the port tube.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives from the same MPxx5050 family, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet.
Alternativas directas para MP3V5050VC6U — mismo encapsulado, compatible pin a pin. Se excluyen las piezas de otro encapsulado que requieren retrabajo de la PCB.
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MP3V5050GC6T1
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MP3V5050DP
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MP3V5050VC6T1
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MP3V5050VC6U Valores máximos y características eléctricas
| Manufacturer | STMicroelectronics (formerly Freescale/NXP) |
| Part Family | MPxx5050 (signal-conditioned silicon pressure sensor) |
| Tipo de sensor | Piezoresistive, monolithic silicon, vacuum (gauge) |
| Pressure Range | -50 kPa to 0 kPa (-7.25 PSI to 0 PSI) |
| Tensión de alimentación | 2.7 V to 3.3 V (typ. 3.0 V) |
| Tipo de salida | Analog voltage, ratiometric to VDD |
| Rango de tensión de salida | 0.06 V to 2.82 V |
| Output Span | 2.76 V (nominal) |
| Accuracy | 5% (0C to 85C) |
| Temperatura de funcionamiento | -40C to +125C |
| Port Style | Vented axial tube, 0.13" (3.17 mm) |
| Encapsulado | 8-SMD Module, gull-wing, top port (Case 3637) |
| Tipo de montaje | Surface Mount |
| On-Chip Functions | Temperature compensation, signal conditioning, calibration |
| Nivel MSL | 1 |
| Estado RoHS | Compliant |
Configuración de pines de MP3V5050VC6U
| Pin 1 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 2 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 3 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 4 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 5 | GND — Ground reference |
| Pin 6 | Vout — Analog ratiometric output (0.06 V to 2.82 V) |
| Pin 7 | VDD — 3.0 V typical (2.7 V to 3.3 V) supply |
| Pin 8 | GND — Secondary ground reference |
Aplicaciones típicas
MP3V5050VC6U es adecuado para 6 aplicacións: HVAC Vacuum Monitoring, Medical Vacuum Equipment, Altimeter and Barometric Aid, Industrial Process Control, Pneumatic System Monitor, Automotive Vacuum Assist Sensing.
HVAC Vacuum Monitoring
The MP3V5050VC6U provides a calibrated, ratiometric 0.06 V to 2.82 V analog signal for the -50 to 0 kPa vacuum range typically seen in HVAC refrigerant evacuation and vacuum pump monitoring. Its on-chip temperature compensation and 5% accuracy from 0C to 85C let designers drop the conditioned signal directly into an MCU ADC without extra analog front-end circuitry, simplifying the BOM. The vented axial port references atmospheric pressure on the back side so readings remain gauge-correct regardless of ambient temperature swings in mechanical rooms.
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Medical Vacuum Equipment
For medical suction, drainage, and dental vacuum systems, the MP3V5050VC6U delivers a factory-calibrated vacuum reading that meets the -50 to 0 kPa span common to clinical suction lines. The 5% accuracy and integrated signal conditioning reduce calibration overhead in production and support IEC 60601-style environmental envelopes. The 8-SMD top-port package fits compact handheld consoles where PCB real estate is at a premium and the vented axial port can be plumbed directly to the suction line.
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Altimeter and Barometric Aid
When used in weather stations or backup altimeters, the MP3V5050VC6U offers a stable vacuum reading referenced through its vented port, allowing derivation of atmospheric altitude. The ratiometric 3 V output pairs well with low-power MCUs and SAR ADCs without requiring a precision reference. Combined with a temperature sensor, the same board can synthesize a basic barometric/weather node for outdoor IoT endpoints.
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Industrial Process Control
In process-control panels monitoring vacuum levels in pick-and-place suction, vacuum chucks, and packaging machines, the MP3V5050VC6U provides a robust conditioned analog signal directly proportional to vacuum. The surface-mount 8-SMD module with top-port access simplifies panel plumbing and the -40C to +125C operating range tolerates factory-floor temperatures. The factory-calibrated 5% accuracy is acceptable for trend logging and threshold alarms common on SCADA dashboards.
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Pneumatic System Monitor
The MP3V5050VC6U is well suited to pneumatic lines where the vacuum (sub-atmospheric) side must be monitored for leak detection and pump health. Its 0.06 V to 2.82 V ratiometric span makes threshold detection easy with a simple comparator or ADC, and the on-chip calibration removes the cost of a manual trim step. Combined with a small OLED or LED bar graph, technicians can read the vacuum level directly on the equipment without external instrumentation.
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Automotive Vacuum Assist Sensing
While the MP3V5050VC6U itself is not AEC-Q100 qualified, the same family of signal-conditioned pressure sensors is widely used in non-safety automotive sub-systems such as vacuum brake assist monitoring, fuel pressure trend logging, and HVAC recirculation diagnostics. Designers must verify AEC-Q100 requirements separately if the application is safety-critical. The 3 V ratiometric output mates easily with automotive MCU ADC channels already powered from a 3.3 V rail.
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Comparación con alternativas
| Parámetro | Este producto | MP3V5050GC6T1 | MP3V5050DP | MP3V5050VC6T1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 8-SMD Module, top port | 8-SMD Module, top port | 8-SMD Module, top port | 8-SMD Module, top port |
| Brand | STMicroelectronics | NXP | NXP | STMicroelectronics |
| Pressure Range | -50 to 0 kPa (vacuum) | 0 to 50 kPa (positive gauge) | 0 to 50 kPa (differential) | -50 to 0 kPa (vacuum) |
| Supply Voltage | 3.0 V typ (2.7 to 3.3 V) | 3.0 V typ (2.7 to 3.3 V) | 3.0 V typ (2.7 to 3.3 V) | 3.0 V typ (2.7 to 3.3 V) |
| Output Voltage | 0.06 to 2.82 V | 0.2 to 2.82 V | 0.2 to 2.82 V | 0.06 to 2.82 V |
| Accuracy | 5% (0C to 85C) | 5% (0C to 85C) | 5% (0C to 85C) | 5% (0C to 85C) |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C | -40C to +125C | -40C to +125C | -40C to +125C |
| On-Chip Compensation | Yes (temperature + calibration) | Yes (temperature + calibration) | Yes (temperature + calibration) | Yes (temperature + calibration) |
Diferenciadores clave
- Calibrated vacuum-range output (0.06 to 2.82 V at VDD=3 V) (frente a MP3V5050GC6T1)
- Same die as MP3V5050VC6T1 with multi-distributor stock (frente a MP3V5050VC6T1)
- 8-SMD top-port module with vented axial tube (frente a MP3V5050DP)
Notas de diseño
Power the MP3V5050VC6U from a clean 3.0 V rail and share that same rail with the ADC reference input. Because the output is ratiometric to VDD, supply noise or drift directly modulates the output, so a low-noise LDO (for example an STMicroelectronics LD39050PU33R) and a 100 nF X7R decoupling cap placed within 3 mm of the VDD pin are essential for preserving the factory 5% accuracy.
Keep the vented port free of obstructions and avoid torquing or kinking the axial tube during assembly. Maintain a 2 mm keep-out around the port on the PCB for tubing clearance, and route VDD and Vout as differential/guard traces away from switching converters to prevent EMI coupling into the conditioned analog path.
Do not apply positive pressure above 50 kPa to the vented port - the part is calibrated only for the -50 to 0 kPa vacuum range and overpressure can permanently damage the diaphragm. Also avoid contamination of the port with oil or water; use a 0.5 micron inline filter if the upstream line may carry particulates.
Información de cumplimiento
RoHS compliant per STMicroelectronics product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - confirm with manufacturer if used in safety-critical automotive sub-systems.
