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TDK Introduces a Revolutionary MEMS-Based CO2 Gas Sensor Platform – Available Q3 2021

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TDK Introduces a Revolutionary MEMS-Based CO2 Gas Sensor Platform – Available Q3 2021
SmartEnviro TCE-11101 MEMS Gas Sensing Technology
TDK TCE-11101
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Available Q3 2021
TCE-11101 at CDI
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TDK Corporation (TSE: 6762) announces the InvenSense TCE-11101, a miniaturized ultra-low power MEMS gas sensor platform for direct and accurate detection of CO2 in home, automotive, IoT, healthcare, and other applications. The TCE-11101 introduces new technology that expands TDK’s sensor leadership into new applications and solutions, as part of the new SmartEnviroTM family. Its small size and low power enable consumer and commercial devices of all form factors that do not need to be wall-powered. The TCE-11101 is housed in a 5 mm x 5 mm x 1 mm 28-pin LGA package and requires minimal external components to complete the design.

Currently available gas sensors use bulky, power-intensive, and expensive optical techniques; or an intrinsically inaccurate “eCO2” approach. TDK’s TCE-11101 is based on a ground-breaking technology platform made possible by TDK’s unique combination of novel materials development, MEMS process technologies, and AI and machine learning capabilities, delivering a solution that is orders of magnitude smaller than traditional sensors, consumes less than 1mW of power, and provides accurate measurement of CO2 gas concentration.

The TCE-11101 significantly expands the use cases for CO2 detection in a wide variety of new and existing applications where traditional sensors fail due to size and power concerns or simply the economics of their usage, while “eCO2” solutions fail to provide the required performance. For example, the TCE-11101 is ideal for applications such as fixed or robotic indoor air quality monitoring due to its ability to provide accurate CO2 readings, doing so at extremely low power, in a very small form factor, and in a low cost, easy-to-integrate digital device. Further, in applications such as Demand Controlled Ventilation (DCV), the TCE-11101 allows granular control of a HVAC system by accurately measuring CO2 levels that precisely indicate occupancy in a room or given space – information which can be used to optimize energy consumption for HVAC in Smart Buildings or Smart Homes.

Features and Benefits of the SmartEnviro Products Include:
  • Ultra-low power
  • Direct CO2 sensing
  • Digital interface (I2C)
  • Miniaturized form factor
  • Technology that offers very wide sensing range (400 ppm to 50,000ppm)
  • Integrated solution with on-board programmability via 16-bit microcontroller
  • Background calibration for long-term stability
  • RoHS and Green compliant
The Gas Sensor Platform Solution Includes:
  • TCE-11101
    • The TCE-11101 is a 5 mm x 5 mm x 1 mm 28-pin LGA package, with a metal cap and integrated particle ingress filter to ensure long life operation. It includes an ASIC that provides automatic calibration, reporting, and a serial interface for data output and configuration, making it incredibly easy to integrate into nearly any application, with the low power consumption enabling its use in battery-powered devices.
  • DK-11101
    • TDK offers a comprehensive evaluation kit with supporting software so developers can quickly evaluate the TCE-11101 and integrate it into their next design.
The TCE-11101 Sensor and DK-11101 Development Kit are
Available Now for Select Early Partners and Customers:
For more information on the TDK InvenSense SmartEnviro sensor solutions please visit www.cdiweb.com/manufacturer/invensense or contact Sales at sales@cdiweb.com.
This product will be available Q3 2021.
About Component Distributors, Inc. (CDI)
Component Distributors, Inc. (CDI) is a value-added distributor of high-performance LED, power, rf & microwave, wireless and sensor component technologies. CDI distributes globally and provides local application support and customer service across the Americas. CDI delivers cutting-edge electronics by wrapping application support, development tools and design services around high-performance products from industry leading manufacturers.
About TDK InvenSense
InvenSense, Inc, a TDK Group Company: InvenSense is part of the Sensor System Business Company within TDK and is the industry leader in MEMS Motion, Audio, and Pressure Solutions for the consumer, industrial, automotive, and IoT market segments. With a very robust portfolio of MEMS 3/6/7/9 axis motion sensors, accompanied by the highest performing MEMS audio microphones, and pressure sensors – TDK continues to push the boundaries of performance and quality; setting new standards of innovation across multiple industries.
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