Temperature Sensor (Analog Output)

Overview

The agileTSENSE_A GP Temperature Sensor is a traditional ΔVBE temperature sensor that amplifies the difference between two VBE voltages, and converts the result to a single-ended signal. This temperature sensor can be used with the agileADC in order to provide a digital output with an overall relative accuracy of +/-0.25°C. On modern SoCs, thermal management is critical for detection of security attacks and optimization of power, performance and area.

Agile Analog designs are based on tried and tested architectures to ensure reliability and functionality. Our design methodology is programmatic, systematic and repeatable leading to analog IP that is more verifiable, more robust and more reliable. Our methodology also allows us to quickly re-target our IP to different process options. We support all the major foundries including TSMC, GlobalFoundries, Intel Foundry, Samsung Foundry, UMC and Other Foundries.

Key Features

  • Measurement Range: -20°C to +100°C
  • Accuracy (Uncalibrated) +/-5°C
  • Accuracy (Calibrated): 
    • -20°C to +100°C = +/-2°C
    • 0°C to +50°C = +/-0.25°C
  • Start-up Time: Typ 20us
  • Current Consumption: Typ 25uA
  • Operational Temperature Range: -40°C to 125°C
  • Customizable design for simple SoC integration

Benefits

  • DFT/DFM:  Built-in 5-bit voltage trim to facilitate process and/or manufacturing offsets to be adjusted
  •  Analog test bus to aid DFT/DFM test

Block Diagram

Temperature Sensor (Analog Output) Block Diagram

Applications

  • IoT, Security, Automotive, AI, SoCs, ASICs

Deliverables

  • Datasheet
  • Testing and Integration Guide
  • Verilog Models
  • Floorplan (LEF)
  • Timing models (LIB)
  • Netlist (CDL)
  • Layout (GDS)
  • Physical Verification Report
  • Design Report

Technical Specifications

Foundry, Node
Intel
Maturity
Available on request
Availability
Now
Intel Foundry
Pre-Silicon: 16nm
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Semiconductor IP