MAX1298A, MAX1298B, MAX1298C:12-Bit Serial-Output Temperature Sensors with 5-Channel ADC

12-Bit ADCs with ±1° C Internal Temperature Sensor Also Measure Remote Temperatures

The MAX1298/MAX1299 implement local and remote temperature sensing with 12-bit resolution, using +5V and +3V supply voltages, respectively. Accuracy is ±1°C from 0 to +70°C, with no calibration needed. The devices feature an algorithmic switched-capacitor analog-to-digital converter (ADC), an on-chip clock, and a 3-wire serial interface compatible with SPI, QSPI™, and MICROWIRE®. The MAX1298/MAX1299 also perform fully differential voltage measurements with 12-bit resolution and separate track-and-hold (T/H) for positive and negative inputs. Both devices accept versatile input modes consisting of two 3-channel signal pairs, five 1-channel signals relative to an AIN5, or VDD/4 relative to ground. An external reference may be used for more accurate voltage measurements. Typical power consumption is only 1.3mW (MAX1299). A shutdown mode and two standby modes provide multiple strategies for prolonging battery life in portable applications that require limited sampling throughput. The MAX1298/MAX1299 are available in 16-pin SSOP packages.

Key Features
  • Local and Remote Temperature Sensing
  • 12-Bit Resolution for Temperature and Voltage Inputs
  • ±1°C Accuracy from -40°C to +85°C
  • Fully Differential Inputs
  • Single-Supply Operation
    • +4.75V to +5.25V (MAX1298)
    • +2.7V to +3.6V (MAX1299)
  • 3-Wire SPI/QSPI/MICROWIRE-Compatible Interface
  • Internal Precision Voltage Reference
    • 2.50V (MAX1298)
    • 1.20V (MAX1299)
  • Space-Saving 16-Pin SSOP Package
MAX1298, MAX1298A, MAX1298B, MAX1298C, MAX1299, MAX1299A, MAX1299B, MAX1299C: Functional Diagram
MAX1298, MAX1298A, MAX1298B, MAX1298C, MAX1299, MAX1299A, MAX1299B, MAX1299C: Functional Diagram
Applications/Uses
  • Handheld Instruments (PDAs, Palmtops)
  • Industrial Process Controls
  • Medical Equipment
DataSheet
TitleDownload file
MAX1298-MAX1299C Data SheetMAX1298-MAX1299C.pdf
Parametrics
Part NumberResolution
(bits)
Input Chan.ADC ArchitectureData BusDiff/S.E. InputInternal VREF
(V)
External VREF
(V)
External VREF
(V)
Unipolar VIN
(V)
Bipolar VIN
(±V)
INL
(±LSB)
Package/PinsBudgetary
Price
ADCnominalminmaxmaxmaxSee Notes
MAX1298125SARSPIDiff. Only2.50.82.5551SSOP/16$4.49 @1k
MAX12991.21.232.4SSOP/16

Part NumberSensor TypeInterfaceChannelsAccuracy
(±°C)
Parasite Pwr.Temp. Resolution
(bits)
Oper. Temp.
(°C)
Package/PinsBudgetary
Price
See Notes
MAX1298Local3-Wire/SPIOne1No12-40 to +85SSOP/16$4.49 @1k
MAX1299SSOP/16
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Ordering Information
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX1298AEAENo Longer AvailableMAX1298AEAE+SSOP,;16 pin;50 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX1298AEAE+ActiveSSOP,;16 pin;50 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX1298AEAE+TActiveSSOP,;16 pin;50 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX1298AEAE-TNo Longer AvailableMAX1298AEAE+TSSOP;16 pin-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX1298-MAX1299C.pdf MAX1299C
MAX1298-MAX1299C.pdf MAX1299C