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Reference # MEA-A-3324
Compact, 1.8 V Digital Humidity Sensor Available from Measurement
Specialties
Low-cost, plug-and-play HTU21D offers high reliability in smallest industry package
Hampton, Va. February 2013 – Measurement Specialties (NASDAQ: MEAS), a
leading global manufacturer in sensor-based measuring of pressure/force, position,
vibration, temperature, humidity and fluid properties, now offers the HTU21D, an
ultra-compact, low power digital humidity/temperature sensor. The self-contained
sensor interfaces directly with a micro-controller ensuring a better signal path as well
as reducing costs, space requirements and power consumption.
The HTU21D, which requires only 1.8 V for operation, offers an adjustable
resolution for humidity and temperature of 8/12-bit or 12/14-bit, depending on
needed response time. Data transfer rates are as high as 400 kHz with a typical
measurement accuracy of ±2% with a 0 to 100% relative humidity (RH) measuring
range, and the sensor can withstand repeated condensation.
Measuring only 3 mm x 3 mm x 0.9 mm in a DFN (dual flat no leads) package, the
HTU21D is ideal for a variety of demanding OEM applications found in the
automotive, security, medical and home appliance industries. The typical draw of
only 2.7 µW makes it useful in battery-powered equipment as well.
The new humidity sensor was designed for easy integration into high volume
assembly lines to keep setup and manufacturing costs low. Each part, fully tested
and calibrated, is interchangeable, requiring no calibration in standard conditions.
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A unique laser-etched tracking code on each sensor, also included in the ASIC for
ultimate traceability, helps maintain product quality through simplified part
traceability. The HTU21D is also compatible with standard reflow assembly
processes.
Designed for exceptional reliability, the sensor accurately measures temperature to
0.4°C across an extended range of -40°C to +125°C. Even after 150 hours of
condensation, the sensor needs only 10 seconds to recover and resume full
operation.
The lead-free HTU21D comes standard with an I2C interface and is available in
PWM and SDM packaging upon request. No external components are required and
as little as 0.08 µA is consumed in sleep mode, with a power dissipation of up to 1.1
µAW. Long term drift is typically of ±5% RH per year.
Pricing for an HTU21D is $1.50 per unit in quantities of 100,000. Delivery time is
dependent upon quantity ordered.
For more information, email humidity@meas-spec.com or visit www.measspec.com.
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READER SERVICE INQUIRIES: Please direct all product inquiries to Bob Arkell,
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EDITOR'S NOTE: Measurement Specialties, Inc. (NASDAQ: MEAS) designs and
manufactures sensors and sensor-based systems to precisely and cost-effectively
measure a number of physical characteristics in several markets from military and
defense to medical, consumer and industrial.
By accurately measuring areas such as pressure, temperature, position, force,
vibration, torque, humidity, fluid properties, mass airflow and photo optics, our
sensors enhance product functionality, efficiency and safety.
Our devices are embedded by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) or used as
stand-alone sensors for test and measurement to provide critical monitoring,
feedback and control input. MEAS also offers extensive sensor customization
services ranging from special calibrations and connectors to custom label designs.
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