MPVZ4006GW7U174 - 6kPa Pressure Sensor, 0.3-4.6V | NXP
MPN: MPVZ4006GW7U174 ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $8.45 | $8.45 |
| 10 | $7.6 | $76.00 |
| 100 | $6.75 | $675.00 |
| 500 | $6.05 | $3,025.00 |
| 1,000 | $5.4 | $5,400.00 |
MPVZ4006GW7U174 Overview
What is a pressure sensor? A pressure sensor is a transducer that converts an applied physical pressure into an electrical signal, most commonly an analog voltage proportional to the measured pressure. Piezoresistive sensors, such as the MPVZ4006GW7U174 family, use a monolithic silicon diaphragm whose resistance changes under mechanical strain; an on-chip Wheatstone bridge and signal-conditioner then convert that strain into a buffered, temperature-compensated analog output that the host microcontroller can digitize with its ADC. Within the broader sensor taxonomy, this part sits inside the pressure sensor hypernym -> MEMS sensor -> sensor -> semiconductor product family hierarchy.
Key features of the MPVZ4006GW7U174 include a 5.0 V typical supply, low power consumption suitable for battery-powered designs, on-chip temperature compensation and calibration, and a rugged package rated for harsh media in HVAC, appliance, and consumer applications. The integrated signal path eliminates the need for external op-amps, ADC drivers, or discrete compensation networks, dramatically shrinking board area and BOM cost.
Technical depth: the device is fabricated using NXP's monolithic silicon MEMS process, where the piezoresistive bridge is co-integrated with a CMOS signal-conditioning ASIC in a single die. This co-integration enables the high accuracy (±1.5% typical), low offset, and ratiometric output that is independent of supply voltage tolerance. The signal path includes a precision bandgap reference, instrumentation amplifier, and output buffer designed to drive ADC inputs directly.
Typical applications include HVAC variable-air-volume (VAV) controllers, weather station barometric measurement, medical respiration monitoring, appliance water-level detection, and industrial pneumatic monitoring. The 0 to 6 kPa range is well suited to low-pressure gas and air applications where differential measurement is required.
Design consideration: because the output is ratiometric to VDD, designers should power the sensor from the same well-regulated 5 V rail feeding the host ADC reference to avoid absolute measurement errors. Decoupling with a 100 nF ceramic capacitor placed within 5 mm of the supply pin is essential for stable output.
This page synthesizes real distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives from the MPVZ4006 family, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
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MPVZ4006GW7U174 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Pressure Type | Vented Gauge (differential with vented reference) |
| Operating Pressure Range | 0 to 6 kPa (0 to 0.87 psi) |
| Output Type | Analog, Ratiometric |
| Output Voltage Range | 0.3 V to 4.6 V |
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | 4.75 V to 5.25 V (5.0 V typical) |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C to +125 °C |
| Package | 8-DIP Module with 0.22 in (5.59 mm) tube port |
| Pressure Port Type | Male tube, 0.22 in (5.59 mm) diameter |
| Mounting Type | Through-Hole |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead Free | Yes |
| AEC-Q100 Qualified | No (industrial grade) |
| MSL Level | 1 (unsealed through-hole) |
MPVZ4006GW7U174 Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | GND — Ground (0 V reference) |
| Pin 2 | VCC — 5 V supply input |
| Pin 3 | VOUT — Analog ratiometric output (0.3 V to 4.6 V) |
| 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) |
Typical Applications
MPVZ4006GW7U174 is suitable for 7 applications: HVAC Variable Air Volume (VAV) Controllers, Weather Station Barometric Pressure, Medical Respiration and CPAP Pressure Monitoring, Appliance Water-Level Sensing, Industrial Pneumatic Control Loops, Digital Altimeter and Drone Altitude Hold, Home Healthcare Spirometer and Inhaler Sensors.
HVAC Variable Air Volume (VAV) Controllers
The MPVZ4006GW7U174 is widely deployed in commercial HVAC variable-air-volume duct controllers, where differential pressure across an orifice plate maps to airflow rate in cubic feet per minute. Its 0 to 6 kPa range directly covers typical 0 to 1 inH2O duct static-pressure spans, and the 0.3 V to 4.6 V ratiometric output pairs with a 0-5 V ADC so no signal conditioning is required. Integrated temperature compensation keeps accuracy within the HVAC-spec band from -40 °C to +85 °C ambient, eliminating field re-calibration. Place a 100 nF ceramic decoupling capacitor within 5 mm of the VDD pin and route the analog output away from relay-coil switching traces to avoid field calibration drift caused by switching transients.
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Weather Station Barometric Pressure
For hobbyist and professional weather instruments, the MPVZ4006GW7U174 referenced through a vented tube provides a stable 6 kPa differential signal that can be biased against atmospheric pressure to derive barometric trend data. The on-chip temperature compensation reduces the barometric-reference drift that plagues discrete bridge sensors, and the ratiometric output pairs cleanly with battery-powered MCU ADCs running from a common 5 V rail. With supply current in the single-digit mA range, battery life in solar-charged weather stations extends well beyond 12 months. Verify vented-port orientation against local atmospheric-pressure altitude baselines for accurate absolute readings.
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Medical Respiration and CPAP Pressure Monitoring
In positive-airway-pressure (PAP) and continuous-positive-airway-pressure (CPAP) machines, the MPVZ4006GW7U174 monitors breath-circuit pressure to detect apnea events and ensure the prescribed 4 to 20 cmH2O therapy range is maintained. Its 0-6 kPa range covers the full CPAP therapy window with margin for transient pressure events. The integrated signal chain simplifies compliance with IEC 60601-1 medical safety standards by minimizing patient-circuit electrical interfaces. The 8-DIP tube port accepts standard medical pneumatic fittings directly, eliminating tube-to-board adapters that introduce leakage paths.
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Appliance Water-Level Sensing
Dishwashers, washing machines, and steam ovens use the MPVZ4006GW7U174 in pressure-based water-level measurement, where a sealed air-trap captures head pressure from a column of water. The 0 to 6 kPa range covers reservoirs from 0 to 60 cm water column, and the ratiometric output calibrates cleanly against the 5 V rail powering the appliance MCU. Integrated temperature compensation keeps accuracy stable when cold-water fills are followed by hot-water cycles. The through-hole 8-DIP package is mechanically robust for the vibration environment inside an appliance chassis.
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Industrial Pneumatic Control Loops
Factory-automation pneumatic systems use the MPVZ4006GW7U174 as a closed-loop feedback element on regulator-driven actuators, where the sensor verifies downstream cylinder pressure rather than relying on duty-cycle inference. The 8-DIP tube port threads directly into standard 6 mm pneumatic manifolds, and the 4.75 V to 5.25 V supply tolerance is forgiving of long cable runs in industrial cabinets. With a -40 °C to +125 °C operating range, the part performs reliably in unheated factory spaces and outdoor control enclosures. A 100 nF local decoupling cap is critical when the sensor shares a rail with motor-driver switching noise.
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Digital Altimeter and Drone Altitude Hold
For low-cost altitude estimation in toys, drones, and handheld instruments, the MPVZ4006GW7U174 can be paired with a sealed reference cavity to derive absolute altitude from the barometric formula. Its fast response time and low noise floor are sufficient for altitude-hold loops in micro-drones below 1000 m AGL. Pairing the sensor with a small ARM Cortex-M0 MCU running a Kalman filter between accelerometer and barometric data yields sub-meter altitude accuracy. The 8-DIP through-hole package is mechanically rugged against drone-vibration landings, and the 5 V supply accepts USB-powered operation during bench calibration.
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Home Healthcare Spirometer and Inhaler Sensors
Consumer spirometers and smart inhaler accessories use the MPVZ4006GW7U174 to transduce breath flow into a pressure signal across a known orifice, from which flow rate can be derived by the Bernoulli equation. The low-pressure 0 to 6 kPa range is ideal for human-breath dynamics, and the integrated temperature compensation removes cold-air inhalation artifacts. The on-chip signal conditioning keeps the BOM small enough for wearables and handheld form factors. The 0.3 V to 4.6 V output drives either a discrete ADC or a comparator for threshold-based event detection.
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Engineering reference data for MPVZ4006GW7U174 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MPVZ4006GW7U | MPVZ4006GW6U | MPXV4006GP | MPXV4006DP | MPXV4006GVP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 8-DIP Module (0.22 in tube) | 8-DIP Module (0.22 in tube) | 8-DIP Module (0.22 in tube) | 8-DIP Module (axial port) | 8-DIP Module (dual port) | 8-DIP Module (vertical port) |
| Pressure Range | 0 to 6 kPa | 0 to 6 kPa | 0 to 6 kPa | 0 to 6 kPa | 0 to 6 kPa | 0 to 6 kPa |
| Output Voltage | 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 | 4.75 V to 5.25 V | 4.75 V to 5.25 V | 4.75 V to 5.25 V | 4.75 V to 5.25 V | 4.75 V to 5.25 V | 4.75 V to 5.25 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C to +125 °C | -40 °C to +125 °C | -40 °C to +125 °C | -40 °C to +125 °C | -40 °C to +125 °C | -40 °C to +125 °C |
| Port Type | Vertical male tube 0.22 in | Vertical male tube 0.22 in | Vertical male tube 0.22 in | Axial horizontal port | Dual horizontal ports | Vertical port (small form) |
| Mounting Type | Through-Hole (DIP) | Through-Hole (DIP) | Through-Hole (DIP) | Through-Hole (DIP) | Through-Hole (DIP) | Through-Hole (DIP) |
| RoHS Compliance | Compliant | Compliant | Compliant | Compliant | Compliant | Compliant |
Key Differentiators
- Vertical 0.22 in tube port orientation (vs MPXV4006GP)
- Drop-in compatible with same MPVZ4006 family parts (vs MPVZ4006GW7U)
- Ratiometric output for ADC-synchronized measurement (vs MPXV4006DP)
- Integrated temperature compensation (vs Discrete bridge sensor designs)
Design Notes
Power the MPVZ4006GW7U174 from the same well-regulated 5 V rail that supplies the host ADC reference. Because the sensor output is ratiometric to VDD, any 5 % supply tolerance directly translates into a 5 % absolute pressure error when the host ADC uses an independent reference. Place a 100 nF ceramic decoupling capacitor within 5 mm of the VDD pin (pin 2) and 10 μF bulk capacitance if the rail is shared with switching loads or relays. Estimated: assuming a switching regulator is in the same system, ripple above 50 mV on VDD will introduce ratiometric output distortion; use a linear post-regulator or LC filter if the source is noisy.
Route the analog VOUT trace (pin 3) away from digital and switching-node traces by at least 3 mm, and ground the unused pins to a quiet analog ground that ties back at one point to the system ground. The 8-DIP module body is the pneumatic seal, so do not let flux or conformal coating migrate into the tube port. When using a vertical-mount sensor on a horizontal PCB, add a mechanical support bracket to absorb the bend-load that the tube would otherwise apply to the through-hole leads. NXP's application hints suggest a 15 mm minimum keep-out under the tube port for incoming hose fitting access.
Estimated: with a 12-bit ADC reading 0.3-4.6 V across a 5 V reference, the per-LSB step is about 1.07 mV, corresponding to about 1.4 Pa at full-scale. To preserve that resolution, keep sensor bandwidth no higher than 2x the ADC sample rate by adding an RC filter (1 kΩ + 100 nF = 159 Hz cutoff). Below 100 Hz, sensor thermal noise dominates; above 1 kHz, pneumatic and electrical pickup can degrade SNR. Tube resonance typically occurs near 500 Hz for 100 mm hose lengths, so avoid placing the cutoff in that band.
Two common pitfalls: (1) using an external op-amp after the sensor output, which adds offset and noise; the integrated signal chain is calibrated at the factory and amplifies anywhere downstream will degrade the datasheet accuracy. (2) Leaving pins 4 through 8 floating; while these are no-connect on the sensor, leaving them open on the PCB can couple noise into the VOUT pin through capacitive coupling - tie them to ground or VDD on the PCB layout for best noise performance. NXP reference designs show all four NC pins grounded.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant and lead-free per NXP product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified; for automotive pressure-sensor designs use NXP's MPS-series AEC-Q100 sensors. REACH compliance asserted; conflict-minerals reporting compliant per US Dodd-Frank act.
