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bq24093 NTC resistor K factor

Other Parts Discussed in Thread: BQ24093, BQ24092, BQ24091

Hi,


I was looking for a NTC 100k B3370 (K factor). Unfortunatly, It seems that type of NTC is is not common value which make me to wonder about the K factor. The bq24092 is made for 10k NTC β = 3370. The bq24093 is made for 100k NTC β = 3370.  From datasheet :

The bq24091/3 are designed to work with a 100k NTC. For these devices, the TS feature is implemented using an internal 5μA current source to bias the thermistor (designed for use with a 100k NTC β = 3370)

I know K factor is only related to the increase/decrease coefficient of the resistor of the NTC, but why did Texas choose a no common K factor value? Or is it a typo ?

Regards,