Infrared Thermometer (IR) module MLX90614 family (Arduino compatible)

It is infrared thermometer with an I2C interface. Uses the MELEXIS MLX90614ESF-BAA-000-TU-ND chip which works as a contactless temperature measurement sensor. It is Easy to use with an Arduino or other microcontroller.

Infrared thermometer MLX90614 specifications:
- Measuring temperature range: -40 - + 125 ° C 
- Operating temperature range: -70 - + 380 ° C

Features and Benefits:
  • Small size, low cost
  • Mounted on a breakout board with two types of pins
  • 10k Pull up resistors for the I2C interface with optional solder jumpers
  • Easy to integrate
  • Factory calibrated in wide temperature range:
  • -40…+125°C for sensor temperature and
  • -70…+380°C for object temperature.
  • High accuracy of 0.5°C over wide temperaturerange (0…+50°C for both Ta and To) High (medical) accuracy calibration
  • Measurement resolution of 0.02°C
  • Single and dual zone versions
  • SMBus compatible digital interface
  • Customizable PWM output for continuousreading
  • Simple adaptation for 8…16V applications
  • Sleep mode for reduced power consumption
  • Different package options for applications andmeasurements versatility
  • Automotive grade
 
Applications Examples:
  • High precision non-contact temperaturemeasurements
  • Thermal Comfort sensor for Mobile AirConditioning control system
  • Temperature sensing element for residential,commercial and industrial building airconditioning Windshield defogging
  • Automotive blind angle detection
  • Industrial temperature control of moving parts
  • Temperature control in printers and copiers
  • Home appliances with temperature control
  • Healthcare
  • Livestock monitoring
  • Movement detection
  • Multiple zone temperature control – up to 127sensors can be read via common 2 wires
  • Thermal relay / alert
  • Body temperature measurement