MAX30205 High Accuracy Human Body Temperature Sensor Module

MAX30205 High Accuracy Human Body Temperature Sensor Module

MAX30205 Human Body Temperature Sensor Module

The MAX30205 Human Body Temperature Sensor Module is a high-accuracy digital temperature sensor designed specifically for human body temperature measurement and wearable health-monitoring applications. It uses the MAX30205 precision temperature sensor and provides digital temperature data through an I²C interface, making it easy to connect with Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi and other microcontroller platforms.

The MAX30205 offers ±0.1°C maximum accuracy between 37°C and 39°C, making it suitable for projects that require precise body-temperature monitoring. It features a 16-bit resolution, low power consumption and programmable temperature alarm functions.

Key Features
MAX30205 high-accuracy temperature sensor
Designed for human body temperature measurement
±0.1°C accuracy from 37°C to 39°C
16-bit temperature resolution
I²C digital interface
2.7V–3.3V operating voltage
Low power consumption
Programmable over-temperature alarm
Compact module design
Easy to interface with Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi and other 3.3V microcontrollers
Suitable for wearable and health-monitoring projects
Technical Specifications

Specification Details
Sensor IC MAX30205
Sensor Type Digital Human Body Temperature Sensor
Measurement Range 0°C to +50°C
Accuracy ±0.1°C @ 37°C–39°C
Overall Accuracy ±0.3°C @ 0°C–50°C
Resolution 16-bit (0.00390625°C)
Operating Voltage 2.7V–3.3V
Interface I²C
I²C Speed Up to 400 kHz
Typical Conversion Time 50 ms
Operating Current Approx. 600 µA
Shutdown Current Approx. 0.5 µA
Default I²C Address 0x48
Module Size Approx. 20 × 15 mm
Alarm Programmable temperature alarm

The MAX30205 itself is specified for operation from 0°C to +50°C, with its highest accuracy in the normal human body-temperature range.

Applications
Human body temperature monitoring
Digital thermometer projects
Wearable health-monitoring devices
Fitness trackers
Smart health devices
Patient monitoring prototypes
Arduino temperature-monitoring projects
ESP32 IoT healthcare projects
Raspberry Pi health-monitoring projects
Battery-powered monitoring devices
Compatible Platforms
Arduino
ESP32
ESP8266
Raspberry Pi
STM32
Other I²C-compatible microcontrollers

Important Note

This module is intended for electronic development, prototyping and monitoring applications. It should not be considered a substitute for a certified medical thermometer or medical device unless the complete product has been appropriately designed, calibrated, validated and approved for its intended medical use.