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title: "Adafruit MCP9601 (MCP96L01) I2C Thermocouple Amplifier - Stemma QT/Qwiic Ada 5165"
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# 5V Power 5g Lightweight I2C Connectivity Adafruit MCP9601 (MCP96L01) I2C Thermocouple Amplifier - Stemma QT/Qwiic Ada 5165

**Brand:** adafruit
**Price:** R6
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Elevate Your Temperature Sensing Game!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Adafruit MCP9601 (MCP96L01) I2C Thermocouple Amplifier - Stemma QT/Qwiic Ada 5165 by adafruit
- **How much does it cost?** R6 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- adafruit enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted adafruit brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ultra-Light Design:** Weighs only 5g, making it perfect for portable applications.
- • **Reliable Power Supply:** Operates on a stable 5V power source for consistent performance.
- • **Effortless Integration:** I2C interface for easy connection to your projects.
- • **Versatile Compatibility:** Works seamlessly with K, J, T, N, S, E, B, and R type thermocouples.
- • **Surface Mount Convenience:** Designed for surface mount installation, saving space and enhancing design.

## Overview

The Adafruit MCP9601 I2C Thermocouple Amplifier is a lightweight, versatile solution for temperature measurement, compatible with multiple thermocouple types and designed for easy integration into your projects.

## Description

Thermocouples are very sensitive, requiring a good amplifier with a cold-compensation reference. The Adafruit MCP9601 I2C Thermocouple Breakout (a.k.a MCP96L01) does all that for you and can be easily interfaced with any microcontroller or single-board computer with I2C. Inside, the chip handles all the analog stuff for you, and can interface with just about any thermocouple type: K, J, T, N, S, E, B, and R types are all supported! You can also set various alerts for over/under temperature, and read the thermocouple (hot) temperature and the chip (cold) temperature. All this over common I2C. This breakout board has the chip itself, a 3.3V regulator and level shifting circuitry, all assembled and tested. Works great with 3.3V or 5V logic. Comes with a 2-pin terminal block (for connecting to the thermocouple) and pin header (to plug into any breadboard or perfboard). Works with any K, J, T, N, S, E, B, and R type thermocouple Datasheet rated for: K Type: -200°C to +1372°C J Type: -150°C to +1200°C T Type: -200°C to +400°C N Type: -150°C to +1300°C E Type: -200°C to +1000°C S Type: +250°C to +1664°C B Type: +1000°C to +1800°C R Type: +250°C to +1664°C Resolution of ±0.0625 °C - note that this is just resolution of the ADC iytoyt, not accuracy We use the MCP96L01 in this breakout which has ±2.0°C/±4.0°C (typ./max.) thermocouple accuracy (which is not including the innate inaccuracy of thermocouples, K thermocouples have about ±2°C to ±6°C accuracy) Internal temperature reading ('cold junction' 3.3 to 5v power supply and logic level compliant I2C data connection

## Features

- Works with any K, J, T, N, S, E, B, and R type thermocouple
- More specs in description below.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Voltage | 5 Volts |
| Manufacturer | ada |
| Maximum Supply Voltage | 5 Volts |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Brand | Adafruit |
| Specification Met | ada |
| Model number | MCP9601 |
| Item Weight | 5 g |
| Item model number | MCP9601 |
| Power Source | corded electric |

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## Customer Reviews

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    Reads temp!
  

*by D***L on Reviewed in the United States on 16 June 2024*

Love Adafruit products and this one is no exception

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*Last updated: 2026-03-20*