LM35 LM35DZ Precision Centigrade/Celsius Temperature Sensor

The LM35 is a precision temperature sensor that provides an analog voltage output linearly proportional to the temperature in degrees Celsius. Here's a breakdown of its features, specifications, and applications:

  Features:  

• Calibrated: Directly calibrated in degrees Celsius (Centigrade).
• Linear Output: Provides a linear output of 10.0 mV per degree Celsius.
• Accuracy: Guaranteed accuracy of 0.5°C at 25°C.
• Temperature Range: Rated for a full range of -55°C to 150°C.
• Suitable for Remote Applications: Ideal for remote temperature sensing applications.
• Low Cost: Affordable due to wafer-level trimming.
• Wide Operating Voltage Range: Operates from 4 to 30 volts.
• Low Power Consumption: Draws less than 60 mA from the supply.
• Low Self-Heating: Only 0.08°C in still air.
• Low Output Impedance: 0.1Ω for a 1 mA load.
• Low Non-Linearity: Only 0.25°C typical.

  Specifications:  

• Package/Case: TO-92-3
• Mounting Style: Through Hole
• Sensor Type: Temperature Sensor
• Output Type: Analog Voltage
• Maximum Supply Voltage: 30 V
• Minimum Supply Voltage: 4 V
• Operating Temperature Range: -55°C to +150°C

  Applications:  

• Temperature Measurement: Direct temperature measurement in various applications.
• Temperature Control: Can be used in temperature control circuits with comparators or relays.
• Data Logging: Ideal for data logging applications where temperature monitoring is required.
• Environment Monitoring: Suitable for monitoring temperature in environmental applications.

  Package Includes:  

• 1 x LM35 TO-92-3 Board Mount Temperature Sensor

  Note:  

• High precision applications may require additional calibration or may find the results unstable.
• The sensor's performance may vary based on the specific application, so choose accordingly.

The LM35 is a versatile and reliable temperature sensor that can be easily interfaced with microcontrollers like Arduino for temperature sensing and control applications.