Non-contact infrared temperature detection

The TMP007, a highly integrated, non-contact infrared (IR) temperature sensor, has been added to TI's family of the world's smallest thermal infrared sensors. This new sensor can directly read the temperature of a target object by performing on-chip calculations through a computing engine and consumes only 675 uJ of low power per measurement. With a size of only 1.9mm x 1.9mm x 0.625mm, the TMP007 supports temperature monitoring in enterprise equipment such as laser printers and network servers, as well as in space-constrained industrial applications such as protection relays, process control equipment, and other factory and building automation applications.

Humidity and temperature integrated sensor

With the HDC1000, an integrated humidity and temperature sensor, building control unit designers can implement accurate, energy-efficient indoor temperature control in confined spaces, while home appliance and consumer device developers can easily add humidity sensing capabilities to their products. TI's humidity sensor delivers high accuracy and low power consumption in a small, dust-proof package. The HDC1000 consumes an average current of just 1.2 µA when measuring relative humidity and temperature once per second with 11-bit resolution, extending battery life for remote applications. The sensor's 2.0 mm x 1.6 mm WLCSP (wafer-level chip-scale package) simplifies board design and minimizes system size. Additionally, the innovative placement of the sensing element on the underside of the device prevents the ingress of dust, particles, and other environmental contaminants.

High-precision ambient light detection

The OPT3001 is a high-precision ambient light sensor tuned to closely replicate the daytime vision response of the human eye. With an industry-leading spectral response, it enables over 99% IR rejection and provides consistent light measurements regardless of the light source. This ambient light sensor measures 2.0mm x 2.0mm x 0.65mm and supports voltages as low as 1.6V at a typical operating current of 2uA, making it suitable for a wide range of battery-powered applications. In addition, the OPT3001 is capable of measurements within a 23-bit effective dynamic range, providing engineers with the high resolution required for enterprise, lighting control, building, and factory automation applications. This new ambient light sensor is compatible with TI's Sensor Hub Booster Pack.

High-performance capacitive sensor

The FDC1004, a 4-channel capacitance digital converter, combines the product's unique features and capabilities with low-power, 16-bit noise performance in the +/-15pF range, enabling developers to easily enhance system intelligence and detection capabilities through capacitive sensing. This device supports offset capacitance of up to 100pF, allowing for remote sensing in harsh environments or locations where electronic equipment cannot be deployed. Additionally, the device includes a robust shielded driver that minimizes interference to focus the sensing direction and helps minimize the impact of temperature changes on system performance. The FDC1004 can be used in a variety of applications, such as proximity wake-up detection, material analysis, and fluid level detection. It is compatible with microcontrollers such as the ultra-low-power MSP430™ MCU.