Anonymous
Apr 02, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Accurate but sensitive
Works well but needs stable ambient temperature to maintain high precision. Make sure to enclosure it properly.
Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Electronic Components / Maker DIY / Computer Hardware, Monitors & Peripherals |
| Origin | - |
| Sensor Type | Infrared Thermopile |
| Model Variant | MLX90614-BAA |
| Interface Protocol | I2C Compatible |
| Accuracy (Object) | ±0.5°C @ 25°C |
| Temperature Range | 32°C to 42.5°C (Body Mode) |
| Supply Voltage | 3.3V to 5V DC |
| Field of View | 90 Degrees |
| Response Time | 0.5 Seconds |
| Output Resolution | 0.02°C |
| Package Style | TO-39 Module with PCB |
Anonymous
Apr 02, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Accurate but sensitive
Works well but needs stable ambient temperature to maintain high precision. Make sure to enclosure it properly.
Anonymous
Mar 26, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Great for prototyping
Used this for a health kiosk prototype. Readings are consistent and the I2C interface was easy to implement with our microcontroller.
Anonymous
Mar 18, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good value
Solid build quality for the price. Shipping was fast and the module arrived well protected.
Anonymous
Feb 03, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Precise readings
Compared with a clinical thermometer and the variance was minimal within the specified range. Good for integration.
Anonymous
Jan 22, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Easy to interface
Connected to ESP32 easily. Libraries are widely available which saved us a lot of development time.
Q: Are Arduino libraries available for this?
A: Yes, there are multiple open-source libraries available for Arduino and other platforms.
Q: Is this module certified for medical diagnosis?
A: This is a sensor component. Final regulatory compliance depends on your specific system integration and certification.
Q: What is the optimal measuring distance?
A: Distance depends on target size due to the 90-degree FOV. Closer is generally better for small targets.
Q: Can I use 5V logic levels directly?
A: Yes, the module supports 3.3V to 5V, but 3.3V is recommended for I2C stability.
Q: Does this come factory calibrated for human temperature?
A: Yes, the BAA variant is factory calibrated for the human body temperature range.