DC 3-5V MAX6675 Module + K Type Thermocouple Temperature Sensor Thermocouple Sensor Set M6 Screw and Jumper Wire F to F 5pcs Documentation

Input Voltage

3-5V DC

Output Digital Signal

12-bit

Temperature Measurement Range

0C to 1024C

Accuracy

2C

Thermocouple Type

K-type

Operating Frequency

60Hz

Response Time

250ms

Power Consumption

<20mA

Dimensions

38mm x 22mm x 18mm (Module), 150mm (Thermocouple Length)

Applications

Industrial Automation
Medical Devices
HVAC Systems
Temperature Control Systems
Robotics and IoT Projects

Note

The module requires a microcontroller or other digital device to read the digital output signal.

The K-type thermocouple sensor should be calibrated before use to ensure accurate temperature measurements.

The module should be operated within the specified temperature range to ensure accurate measurements and prevent damage.

Pin Configuration

DC 3-5V MAX6675 Module + K Type Thermocouple Temperature Sensor Thermocouple Sensor Set Documentation
Overview
The DC 3-5V MAX6675 Module is a thermocouple temperature sensor module that measures temperature ranges from 0C to 1024C with high accuracy and resolution. It comes with a K-type thermocouple sensor and a set of jumper wires. This module is suitable for various applications, including industrial automation, HVAC, and temperature monitoring systems.
Pinout Explanation
The MAX6675 module has a total of 6 pins, which are explained below:
VCC (Pin 1): Power supply pin, accepts a DC voltage between 3V to 5V. This pin should be connected to a suitable power source, such as a battery or a voltage regulator output.
GND (Pin 2): Ground pin, connected to the negative terminal of the power source or the system ground.
SO (Pin 3): Serial output pin, provides the temperature data in a serial format to a microcontroller or other devices. This pin should be connected to a suitable communication pin on the microcontroller, such as a UART or SPI interface.
CS (Pin 4): Chip select pin, used to enable or disable the MAX6675 module. This pin should be connected to a digital output pin on the microcontroller, which controls the module's operation.
SCK (Pin 5): Serial clock pin, provides the clock signal for serial communication. This pin should be connected to a suitable clock pin on the microcontroller.
T+ (Pin 6): Thermocouple positive pin, connects to the positive leg of the K-type thermocouple sensor.
Connection Structure
To connect the MAX6675 module to a microcontroller or other devices, follow these steps:
1. Power Connection:
Connect VCC (Pin 1) to a 3V to 5V power source.
Connect GND (Pin 2) to the negative terminal of the power source or the system ground.
2. Serial Communication:
Connect SO (Pin 3) to a suitable communication pin on the microcontroller (e.g., UART RX pin).
Connect SCK (Pin 5) to a suitable clock pin on the microcontroller (e.g., UART clock pin).
3. Chip Select:
Connect CS (Pin 4) to a digital output pin on the microcontroller, which controls the module's operation.
4. Thermocouple Connection:
Connect T+ (Pin 6) to the positive leg of the K-type thermocouple sensor.
Connect the negative leg of the K-type thermocouple sensor to the GND (Pin 2) or a ground point on the system.
Additional Notes:
Ensure proper insulation and protection of the thermocouple sensor and wires to prevent damage or measurement errors.
Use a suitable communication protocol and library to communicate with the MAX6675 module and retrieve temperature data.
Refer to the MAX6675 datasheet and application notes for more detailed information on the module's operation and configuration.
By following this documentation, you should be able to properly connect and use the DC 3-5V MAX6675 Module + K Type Thermocouple Temperature Sensor Thermocouple Sensor Set with your microcontroller or other devices.

Code Examples

DC 3-5V MAX6675 Module + K Type Thermocouple Temperature Sensor Thermocouple Sensor Set M6 Screw and Jumper Wire F to F 5pcs

Overview

The DC 3-5V MAX6675 Module is a thermocouple-to-digital converter that interfaces with a K-Type thermocouple temperature sensor, allowing for accurate temperature measurements. The module comes with an M6 screw and jumper wire (F to F, 5pcs) for easy connection and mounting.

Pinout

VCC: 3-5V power supply
 GND: Ground
 SCK ( Clock ): SPI clock input
 CS ( Chip Select ): SPI chip select input
 SO ( Data Out ): SPI data output

Technical Specifications

Operating temperature range: -20C to +105C
 Measurement accuracy: 2C (typical)
 Resolution: 0.25C
 Thermocouple type: K-Type
 Response time: 0.5 seconds (typical)

Example Code

### Example 1: Basic Arduino Sketch

This example demonstrates how to read temperature data from the MAX6675 module using an Arduino board.

```c++
#include <SPI.h>

#define CS_PIN 10 // Chip select pin
#define SCK_PIN 13 // Clock pin
#define SO_PIN 12 // Data out pin

void setup() {
  Serial.begin(9600);
  pinMode(CS_PIN, OUTPUT);
  pinMode(SCK_PIN, OUTPUT);
  pinMode(SO_PIN, INPUT);
  digitalWrite(CS_PIN, HIGH);
}

void loop() {
  digitalWrite(CS_PIN, LOW);
  delayMicroseconds(1);
  byte data[2];
  SPI.transfer(SCK_PIN, data, 2);
  digitalWrite(CS_PIN, HIGH);
  
  int temp = ((data[1] & 0x0F) << 8) | data[0];
  float celsius = temp  0.25;
  
  Serial.print("Temperature: ");
  Serial.print(celsius);
  Serial.println(" C");
  
  delay(1000);
}
```

### Example 2: Raspberry Pi Python Script

This example demonstrates how to read temperature data from the MAX6675 module using a Raspberry Pi.

```python
import spidev
import time

# Open SPI bus
spi = spidev.SpiDev()
spi.open(0, 0)
spi.max_speed_hz = 1000000

def read_temperature():
  # Send dummy data to initialize conversion
  spi.xfer([0x00, 0x00])
  time.sleep(0.05)
  
  # Read temperature data
  data = spi.xfer([0x00, 0x00])
  temp = ((data[1] & 0x0F) << 8) | data[0]
  celsius = temp  0.25
  
  return celsius

while True:
  temp = read_temperature()
  print("Temperature: {:.2f} C".format(temp))
  time.sleep(1)
```

Notes

Make sure to connect the module to a 3-5V power supply and ground.
 The K-Type thermocouple sensor should be connected to the module's thermocouple input.
 Use the M6 screw and jumper wire (F to F) to connect the module to your microcontroller or single-board computer.
 The SPI bus should be configured according to your microcontroller or single-board computer's specifications.
 The examples provided are for illustration purposes only and may require modifications to work with your specific setup.