Datasheet

MAX31855
Cold-Junction Compensated
Thermocouple-to-Digital Converter
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Maxim reserves the right to change the circuitry and specifications without notice at any time. The parametric values (min and max limits) shown in the Electrical
Characteristics table are guaranteed. Other parametric values quoted in this data sheet are provided for guidance.
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Revision History
REVISION
NUMBER
REVISION
DATE
DESCRIPTION
PAGES
CHANGED
0 3/11 Initial release —
1 11/11 Corrected ESD protection value; added “S” and “R” type specifications 1, 2, 3, 8, 12
2 2/12
Corrected the thermocouple temperature conditions in the Thermal Characteristics
table and Table 1; added clarification to the Serial Interface section to help users
better understand how to communicate with the device; added a recommendation to
add a 10nF differential capacitor to the T+/T- pins in the Noise Considerations section
3, 8, 9, 11