ADT7473ARQZ-REEL

Product Overview

Category

The ADT7473ARQZ-REEL belongs to the category of integrated circuits (ICs) specifically designed for thermal management applications.

Use

This product is primarily used for monitoring and controlling temperature in electronic devices and systems. It provides accurate temperature measurements and enables efficient thermal management.

Characteristics

• Integrated circuit designed for thermal management
• Accurate temperature measurement capabilities
• Temperature control and monitoring features
• Compact package for easy integration
• Suitable for various electronic devices and systems

Package

The ADT7473ARQZ-REEL is available in a small outline integrated circuit (SOIC) package. This package ensures easy installation and compatibility with standard PCB designs.

Essence

The essence of the ADT7473ARQZ-REEL lies in its ability to accurately measure and control temperature, enabling effective thermal management in electronic devices.

Packaging/Quantity

The ADT7473ARQZ-REEL is typically packaged in reels, containing a specific quantity of ICs. The exact quantity may vary depending on the manufacturer's specifications.

Specifications

• Supply Voltage: 2.7V to 5.5V
• Temperature Measurement Range: -40°C to +125°C
• Resolution: 0.0625°C
• Communication Interface: I2C/SMBus
• Number of Temperature Channels: 4
• Programmable Temperature Limits and Alarms
• Fan Control Outputs: 4
• On-Chip Nonvolatile Memory for Configuration Settings

Detailed Pin Configuration

The ADT7473ARQZ-REEL has a total of 24 pins. Here is the detailed pin configuration:

1. VDD - Power supply voltage
2. GND - Ground
3. SDA - Serial data input/output for I2C communication
4. SCL - Serial clock input for I2C communication
5. ALERT - Interrupt output indicating alarm conditions
6. TACH1 - Tachometer input for fan speed measurement
7. TACH2 - Tachometer input for fan speed measurement
8. TACH3 - Tachometer input for fan speed measurement
9. TACH4 - Tachometer input for fan speed measurement
10. PWM1 - Pulse-width modulation (PWM) output for fan control
11. PWM2 - Pulse-width modulation (PWM) output for fan control
12. PWM3 - Pulse-width modulation (PWM) output for fan control
13. PWM4 - Pulse-width modulation (PWM) output for fan control
14. VCC - Power supply voltage
15. GND - Ground
16. AD0 - Address select bit 0 for I2C communication
17. AD1 - Address select bit 1 for I2C communication
18. AD2 - Address select bit 2 for I2C communication
19. VDD - Power supply voltage
20. GND - Ground
21. VREF - Reference voltage output
22. VDD - Power supply voltage
23. GND - Ground
24. VDD - Power supply voltage

Functional Features

• Accurate temperature measurement with high resolution
• Programmable temperature limits and alarms for efficient thermal management
• Fan control outputs for regulating cooling systems
• Nonvolatile memory for storing configuration settings
• I2C/SMBus communication interface for easy integration into existing systems
• Multiple temperature channels for monitoring different areas within a device or system

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Precise temperature measurement enables effective thermal management
• Programmable temperature limits and alarms provide flexibility in controlling temperature thresholds
• Fan control outputs allow for efficient cooling system regulation
• Compact package facilitates easy integration into electronic devices and systems
• Multiple temperature channels enable comprehensive temperature monitoring

Disadvantages

• Limited to I2C/SMBus communication interface, may not be compatible with certain systems
• Requires additional external components for fan control implementation
• May have a learning curve for configuring and utilizing all the features effectively

Working Principles

The ADT7473ARQZ-REEL operates by measuring the temperature using its built-in temperature sensors. It communicates with the host system through the I2C/SMBus interface, providing temperature data and receiving commands for temperature control and fan speed regulation. The programmable temperature limits and alarms allow the system to take appropriate actions based on predefined thresholds.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The ADT7473ARQZ-REEL finds applications in various fields where temperature management is crucial. Some of the detailed application field plans include:

1. Computer Systems: Monitoring and controlling temperature in desktop computers, laptops, servers, and other computing devices.
2. Industrial Equipment: Ensuring optimal temperature conditions in industrial machinery, power electronics, and automation systems.