FIR sensor accurately measures thermal output

MELEXIS MLX90632 family of miniature far infrared (FIR) sensors can be used in multiple applications where accurate temperature measurement is required. Based upon firm’s established FIR technology that utilizes the fact that every object emits heat radiation, the ultra-small integrated thermopile CMOS IC is a complete solution in a single 3x3x1mm QFN package including the sensor element, signal processing, digital interface and optics thereby allowing rapid and simple integration into a wide variety of modern applications.