The MLX90614 Temperature Sensor is a contactless infrared thermometer with both ambient and object temperature measurement. Using IR thermopile technology, it measures surface temperature without physical contact for hygienic, safe, and non-invasive applications.
Key features
- Non-contact temperature measurement via infrared
- Measures object temperature from -70°C to +380°C
- Measures ambient temperature from -40°C to +125°C
- High accuracy of ±0.5°C at room temperature
- I2C digital interface for easy integration
- Medical-grade precision (depending on variant)
- Wide field of view options available
Good to know
- Field of view affects measurement – sensor averages temperature in viewing cone
- Emissivity setting may need adjustment for shiny/reflective surfaces
- Steam, dust, or smoke between sensor and target affects accuracy
- Allow warm-up time for stable readings
- Medical applications require MLX90614ESF-DCI variant for highest accuracy