BMP085

Data sheet

Bosch Sensortec

Rev. 1.2

Page 25

15 October 2009

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Specifications are subject to change without notice.

5.8 Mounting and assembly recommendations

Please read the following recommendations carefully:

• The clearance above the metal lid shall be 0.1mm at minimum.

• For the device housing appropriate venting needs to be provided in case the ambient

pressure shall be measured. If waterproof packaging is needed, venting can be

accomplished by a vent element with a membrane like Gore-Tex

• Liquids shall not come into direct contact with the device.

• During operation the sensor is sensitive to light, which can influence the accuracy of the

measurement (photo-current of silicon). Therefore, the hole in the top lid shall not be

exposed to direct light during operation.

• The BMP085 shall not the placed close the fast heating parts. In case of gradients

> 3°C/sec. it is recommended to follow Bosch Sensortec application note ANP015,

"Correction of errors induced by fast temperature changes". Please contact your Bosch

Sensortec representative for details.

• For further details, please refer to the BMP085 handling, soldering & mounting

instructions manual that is also available from Bosch Sensortec.