Summary of MS5839-02BA36 DIGITAL ALTIMETER
TE Connectivity's MS5839 is an ultra-compact digital altimeter optimized for harsh environments containing chlorine and saline. Its gel-filled design ensures robustness, offering accurate pressure and temperature sensing with low power consumption. This MEMS-based sensor features advanced water resistance, shielding, and a 24-bit digital output via an I²C interface, making it ideal for consumer devices like swim watches and diving equipment.
Parts used in the MS5839 Project:
- MS5839 2-bar model
- Gel-filled construction
- MEMS-based sensor
- I²C interface
- Board-level design
TE Connectivity’s digital altimeter delivers sensing accuracy for both pressure and temperature measurements

TE Connectivity’s (TE) MS5839 is an ultra-compact digital altimeter that is optimized for applications where chlorine and saline are present. The robust, gel-filled design of the MS5839 enables operation in harsh media environments while providing accurate and reliable digital measurements. This MEMS-based sensor offers advanced water resistance, chlorine resistance, shielding, low power consumption, and digital interconnectivity in an ultra-compact, low-profile package. The board-level design delivers sensing accuracy for both pressure and temperature measurements.
Miniaturization, performance, and precision are key for sensors embedded in consumer devices like swim watches and diving equipment. Expanding on TE’s portfolio of ultra-compact digital altimeters, the MS5839 2-bar model is designed to meet the next generation of device manufacturer designs and challenges.
Benefits
- Enables ultra-compact design with robust gel-filled construction that is suitable for harsh media environments
- Facilitates both pressure- and temperature-combination sensing with precise 24-bit digital output and I²C interface
- Offers advanced water resistance, chlorine resistance, and digital interconnectivity with low power consumption
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- What is the primary function of the TE Connectivity MS5839?
It is an ultra-compact digital altimeter optimized for pressure and temperature measurements. - Can the MS5839 operate in environments with chlorine and saline?
Yes, its robust gel-filled design enables operation in harsh media where these elements are present. - How does the MS5839 achieve high accuracy?
It offers precise 24-bit digital output for both pressure and temperature sensing. - What type of interface does the MS5839 use for digital interconnectivity?
The sensor uses an I²C interface for digital interconnectivity. - Is the MS5839 suitable for consumer devices like swim watches?
Yes, miniaturization and precision make it key for sensors embedded in swim watches and diving equipment. - Does the MS5839 consume a lot of power?
No, it is designed with low power consumption. - What makes the MS5839 suitable for harsh media environments?
Its robust, gel-filled construction provides advanced water and chlorine resistance. - What is the specific model number mentioned for the 2-bar version?
The article refers to the MS5839 2-bar model.
