E6240 Evaluation Boards - Sensors by Microchip Technology

Maximum vertical dimension from the seating plane to the top of the component body. Critical for PCB clearance and enclosure fit. Verify against the datasheet when designing mechanical constraints or checking compatibility with mating parts.

This code indicates the terminal finish material per JESD-609 standard. It helps identify the plating type for soldering compatibility and environmental compliance. Check the datasheet for the exact code and its meaning.

Indicates the floor life of a component before it must be baked prior to soldering. Higher levels require stricter handling and shorter exposure times. Verify the MSL rating in the datasheet to ensure proper storage and assembly conditions.

Indicates whether the component complies with the EU RoHS directive restricting hazardous substances. Buyers should verify this status for regulatory compliance and market access. Check the datasheet or certificate for exact compliance details.

Export Control Classification Number assigned by the U.S. Commerce Department. It determines export licensing requirements for electronic components. Verify the ECCN against the manufacturer's datasheet or export compliance documentation before shipping internationally.

JEDEC standard code that defines the package outline and dimensions. Use it to verify physical compatibility and footprint before PCB design. Compare with the datasheet to ensure the component meets your assembly and manufacturing requirements.

Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States code for customs classification. Essential for import/export documentation and duty calculation. Verify the correct code with a trade specialist to avoid customs delays.

Shows whether the component complies with the EU REACH regulation. Essential for legal market access in Europe. Check the manufacturer's latest statement to confirm that no substances of very high concern are present above the threshold.

Export Control Classification Number assigned by the U.S. government. Determines whether the component requires an export license. Essential for international trade compliance. Verify the ECCN with the manufacturer or supplier before shipping to avoid legal issues.

Indicates whether the component is manufactured without lead, complying with RoHS and similar regulations. Check this attribute to ensure environmental compliance for your market. Verify against the datasheet for exact material declarations.

Published indicates the date when the product data was released or updated in the catalog. It helps buyers assess the freshness of the information and whether the component is current or possibly obsolete. Check the datasheet for the latest revisions.

Indicates the form of delivery for the component, such as tape and reel, tube, or tray. This affects handling, storage, and assembly processes. Verify the packaging type matches your production requirements and equipment compatibility.

Specifies the lowest ambient temperature at which the component is guaranteed to function within its electrical and mechanical specifications. Verify this limit against the datasheet for your application's thermal environment, especially for automotive or industrial designs.

Lifecycle status of the part, such as active or obsolete. Indicates availability and long-term support from the manufacturer. Check this before design-in to avoid last-time buys or supply disruptions. Verify with the datasheet or distributor for current status.

Specifies the highest ambient temperature at which the component reliably functions. Compare this limit with your application's thermal environment to ensure safe operation. Always verify against the datasheet's derating curves and test conditions, as exceeding this value may cause performance degradation or permanent damage.

Position of the terminals on the package, such as dual-in-line, gull-wing, or J-lead. This affects PCB layout, soldering, and thermal performance. Engineers must ensure the terminal position matches the footprint and assembly capabilities of their manufacturing line.

Maximum temperature during reflow soldering that the component can withstand. This is critical for solder joint reliability and preventing damage. Verify that the peak reflow temperature is compatible with your soldering profile and the component's moisture sensitivity level.

Describes the physical configuration of the component's leads or pads, such as through-hole, surface mount, or gull-wing. This affects PCB layout, soldering process, and mechanical fit. Confirm compatibility with your assembly method and footprint.

Specifies the nominal operating voltage that must be applied to the component for proper function. Verify this value against your system's power rail and the datasheet's absolute maximum ratings to ensure reliable operation and avoid damage.

Manufacturing technology or process used for the component, such as thin film, thick film, or semiconductor process. Affects performance, stability, and cost. Confirm the technology matches your application requirements and environmental conditions.

A more specific classification within the main product category, such as 'Ceramic Capacitor' under 'Capacitors'. This helps narrow down search results and compare similar components. Use it to filter products with similar characteristics and intended applications.

Specifies how the component attaches to the PCB or assembly, such as surface mount, through-hole, or chassis mount. This affects soldering process, mechanical stability, and thermal performance. Verify compatibility with your board layout and assembly capabilities.

Harmonized Tariff Schedule code used for customs classification of electronic components. Helps determine duties and regulatory requirements. Buyers should confirm the code with a customs broker for accurate shipping.

Identifies the company that designed and produced the component. Buyers often filter by manufacturer to ensure brand reliability, quality standards, and supply chain consistency. Verify the manufacturer against the datasheet and official packaging to avoid counterfeit parts.

Specifies the communication protocol or interface type used by the component, such as I2C, SPI, UART, or USB. This determines how the device connects to a microcontroller or system. Verify compatibility with your host controller and bus voltage levels before design-in.

Maximum time the component can be exposed to the peak reflow temperature during soldering. Exceeding this duration may cause damage or degrade reliability. Ensure your soldering profile stays within this limit and check the datasheet for exact conditions.

Physical width of the component body, typically in millimeters. Essential for PCB footprint design and mechanical fit. Verify against the datasheet to ensure proper clearance and compatibility with your board layout and enclosure.

Specifies the bit width of the on-chip program ROM in microcontrollers and SoCs. Wider ROM allows larger firmware and more complex instructions. Verify against the datasheet to ensure compatibility with your code size and memory architecture.

Indicates whether the component is lead-free per RoHS or other directives. Buyers use this to verify environmental compliance and avoid restricted substances. Always confirm with the datasheet or certificate of compliance.

Terminal pitch is the center-to-center distance between adjacent leads or pads on a component. It determines PCB layout compatibility and soldering feasibility. Verify against the datasheet to ensure your footprint matches the component's actual lead spacing.

Indicates the total number of electrical connection points on the component, such as pins or pads. This is critical for PCB footprint design and assembly. Verify it matches the package specification to ensure proper soldering and connectivity.

Specifies the physical length of the component body, typically in millimeters. This dimension is critical for PCB layout and mechanical fit. Verify against the datasheet to ensure proper clearance and alignment in your design.

Total number of pins or terminals on the component package. Essential for footprint design, PCB layout, and connector mating. Verify against the datasheet to ensure compatibility with your board and assembly process.

Check if an evaluation kit is offered for this component. Evaluation kits help engineers test functionality and performance before integrating into a design. Verify availability and contents against the datasheet or product page.

Specifies the voltage range within which the component operates correctly. Check the datasheet to ensure your power supply meets the minimum and maximum limits, as exceeding them can damage the device or cause malfunction.

Total number of input/output pins or channels available on the device. Determines connectivity and interface capability. Verify against your system requirements and datasheet to ensure sufficient I/O for your application.

Defines the operating temperature range classification for the component, such as commercial, industrial, or automotive. This indicates the environmental conditions the device can withstand. Ensure the grade matches your application's ambient temperature requirements.

Specifies the integrated circuit or discrete component that is the core of the module or reference design. Buyers compare this to ensure compatibility with their application. Always verify the exact part number and its datasheet for electrical characteristics.

Lists the product categories or classifications assigned to this component, such as connectors, capacitors, or modules. This helps in filtering and comparing similar parts. Review the categories to ensure the component fits your application and to find alternative parts in the same class.

Indicates whether the component or module is designed for embedded systems, meaning it is intended for integration into a larger electronic system. Engineers use this to filter products suitable for firmware development and real-time operation. Confirm with the datasheet for specific embedded features.

Indicates the specific product subcategories or classifications within the broader component family. Helps narrow down search results and identify the exact type of component needed for your design. Review the subcategory to ensure compatibility with your application.

Operating frequency of the clock signal that drives the device. Determines processing speed and timing accuracy. Compare with your system's required clock rate and check the datasheet for maximum and typical values.

Specifies the underlying sensing technology, such as optical, inductive, or capacitive. This determines the sensor's operating principle and application suitability. Verify the exact type against the datasheet to ensure compatibility with your target environment and measurement requirements.

The unique part number assigned by the original component manufacturer. Use this to cross-reference datasheets, verify specifications, and ensure the exact component matches your design requirements. Always confirm the number against the manufacturer's official documentation.

Indicates the items included in the product package, such as cables, connectors, mounting hardware, or documentation. Verify this list against the datasheet or manual to ensure you have all necessary components for installation and operation.

Maximum distance at which the sensor reliably detects an object. Compare this range with your application's required detection distance. Always verify against the datasheet, as actual performance may vary with target material and environmental conditions.

Indicates the product series or family, grouping components with similar design and specifications. Helps identify compatible parts and compare within a product line. Verify the series against the datasheet to ensure correct application.

Specifies the functional category of the integrated circuit, such as microprocessor, microcontroller, or peripheral controller. This classification helps engineers quickly identify the device's role in a system. Verify the exact type against the datasheet to ensure compatibility with your application's processing and interface requirements.

Specifies the plating material on component terminals, affecting solderability, corrosion resistance, and long-term reliability. Compare finishes like tin, gold, or silver for your assembly process and environmental requirements. Verify against datasheet for compliance.

Specifies the required power supply voltages for the component. Engineers use this to ensure the board's power rails match the device's needs. Verify against the datasheet's recommended operating conditions to avoid undervoltage or overvoltage issues.

Indicates whether the read-only memory can be programmed or is factory-fixed. Buyers should verify if the device supports one-time or field programming, and check the datasheet for programming voltage and timing requirements.

Specifies the number of bits in a single data word for digital components. This determines the maximum data width the device can process or store. Compare bit sizes when selecting microcontrollers, ADCs, DACs, or memory chips to ensure compatibility with your system's data bus and processing requirements.

Identifies the processor architecture or family, such as ARM Cortex-M or RISC-V. This determines the instruction set, development tools, and software compatibility. Ensure the family matches your existing codebase and toolchain to minimize development effort and risk.

Number of independent direct memory access channels available on the microcontroller or processor. Compare this when selecting devices for data-intensive applications to ensure sufficient bandwidth for peripherals without CPU load. Verify against the datasheet for exact channel mapping and features.

Number of digital-to-analog converter channels integrated in the device. Compare this to the number of analog outputs you need in your system. Verify against the datasheet to ensure the DAC resolution and output drive capability match your application requirements.

Check this attribute to confirm whether the component integrates an analog-to-digital converter. This is critical for microcontrollers, sensors, and mixed-signal ICs where analog inputs need digital processing. Verify against the datasheet to ensure the ADC meets your resolution and sampling requirements.

Number of independent pulse-width modulation outputs available on the component. Compare this when selecting microcontrollers, motor drivers, or LED controllers to ensure enough channels for your application. Verify against the datasheet for channel mapping and shared timer limitations.

Indicates the read-only memory capacity in words, representing the number of addressable storage units for firmware or fixed data. Compare sizes to ensure sufficient code space for your application. Check the datasheet for exact word width.

Specifies the range of DC or AC input voltage the component requires for proper operation. Engineers compare this to the system power rail to ensure compatibility. Always verify against the datasheet's absolute maximum ratings to prevent damage.

Specifies the maximum clock frequency or data rate of the component. This is critical for timing and performance. Verify the speed grade in the datasheet to ensure it meets your system's throughput requirements and that signal integrity is maintained at that speed.

Amount of volatile memory available for runtime data and stack. Larger RAM enables more complex applications and buffering. Compare with your software's memory footprint and verify against the datasheet to avoid overflow and ensure reliable operation.