Evaluation Boards - Sensors

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
3623V882

3623V882

Canon

120MXSI EVAL KIT

0

201875-001

201875-001

Watterott electronic

ACS724 CURRENT SENSOR BREAKOUT +

2

MXR9500MZ-B

MXR9500MZ-B

MEMSIC

BOARD EVAL FOR MXR9500MZ

11

SECO-RANGEFINDER-GEVK

SECO-RANGEFINDER-GEVK

Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor

SIPM DIRECT TIME OF FLIGHT (DTOF

0

EVAL-ADT7301EBZ

EVAL-ADT7301EBZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVALUATION FOR ADT7301

1

4344

4344

Pololu Corporation

QTRX-MD-04RC REF ARRAY 4CHNL

62

LFSTBEB7361

LFSTBEB7361

Freescale Semiconductor, Inc. (NXP Semiconductors)

EVAL BOARD FOR MMA7361L

0

SEN-13763

SEN-13763

SparkFun

HUMIDITY & TEMPERATURE SENSOR BR

138

ZMID5202MLIN01201

ZMID5202MLIN01201

Renesas Electronics America

EVALUATION KIT

2

STEVAL-MKI206V1

STEVAL-MKI206V1

STMicroelectronics

AIS2DW12 ADAPTER BOARD FOR A STA

39

LI-USB30-OV13850

LI-USB30-OV13850

Leopard Imaging Inc.

MOD CAM OV USB3.0 13M PIX

4

AS5X47D-TO_EK_ST

AS5X47D-TO_EK_ST

ams

EVAL KIT FOR AS5X47D

15

AD-96TOF1-EBZ

AD-96TOF1-EBZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

3D TIME OF FLIGHT DEVELOPMENT PL

0

FEBFMT1030_MEMS01

FEBFMT1030_MEMS01

Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor

FEBFMT1030 EVALUATION BOARD

6

STEVAL-ICB007V1

STEVAL-ICB007V1

STMicroelectronics

EVAL BOARD

0

430BOOST-SENSE1

430BOOST-SENSE1

Texas Instruments

CAP TOUCH BOOSTER FOR LAUNCH PAD

969

4049

4049

Pololu Corporation

ACS724 Current Sensor +/-50A

131

USEQFCK4000000

USEQFCK4000000

KEMET

EVAL BOARD FOR USEQFCSA

1

STEVAL-IFS012V11

STEVAL-IFS012V11

STMicroelectronics

EVAL DAUGHTER STCN75 8-TSSOP

0

STEVAL-MKI188V1

STEVAL-MKI188V1

STMicroelectronics

EVAL BOARD FOR L20G20IS

5

Evaluation Boards - Sensors

1. Overview

Evaluation boards for sensors are specialized hardware platforms designed to test, validate, and develop sensor-based applications. These boards integrate sensor elements with processing units, communication interfaces, and power management modules. They play a critical role in accelerating product development cycles in industries such as IoT, industrial automation, healthcare, and consumer electronics by enabling rapid prototyping and performance characterization.

2. Major Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
Temperature Sensor BoardsHigh-precision thermal sensing with digital/analog outputsClimate control systems, medical devices
Accelerometer Boards3-axis motion detection with programmable sensitivityVibration monitoring, fitness trackers
Pressure Sensor BoardsAtmospheric/differential pressure measurementWeather stations, automotive systems
Environmental Sensor BoardsMulti-parameter detection (humidity, gas, light)Smart agriculture, air quality monitors
Image Sensor BoardsHigh-resolution optical sensing with ISP integrationSurveillance cameras, machine vision

3. Structure and Components

Typical evaluation boards consist of: - Sensor element (MEMS, CMOS, or discrete transducers) - Microcontroller/SoC with ADC/DAC interfaces - Communication modules (I2C, SPI, UART, BLE/Wi-Fi) - Power management ICs and voltage regulators - Debugging interfaces (JTAG, SWD) - Auxiliary components (LED indicators, potentiometers) The PCB layout optimizes signal integrity while minimizing electromagnetic interference.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
Measurement RangeMinimum/maximum detectable valuesDetermines application suitability
AccuracyError margin vs. reference valuesImpacts system reliability
Sampling RateData acquisition frequencyDefines dynamic response capability
Power ConsumptionOperating current/voltage requirementsAffects battery life and thermal design
Interface TypeCommunication protocol compatibilityDictates system integration complexity

5. Application Areas

  • Industrial Automation: Predictive maintenance systems, process control
  • Healthcare: Wearable vital sign monitors, diagnostic equipment
  • Consumer Electronics: Smart home devices, mobile accessories
  • Automotive: Tire pressure monitoring, ADAS sensors
  • Aerospace: Structural health monitoring, navigation systems

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Features
STMicroelectronicsSTEVAL-MKI187V16-axis IMU with advanced calibration
Texas InstrumentsBOOSTXL-ULTRASONICUltrasonic sensing for distance measurement
Analog DevicesEVAL-ADICUP3029Low-power Cortex-M4F based platform
NXP SemiconductorsFRDM-FXS-MULTI-BMulti-sensor fusion for IoT applications

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations include: - Match sensor specifications to target application requirements - Verify compatibility with existing development ecosystems - Evaluate power budget and form factor constraints - Consider available software support (drivers, SDKs) - Assess calibration and certification requirements Example: For a wearable health monitor, prioritize low-power accelerometers with medical-grade accuracy.

8. Industry Trends

Emerging trends include: - Integration of AI accelerators for edge computing - Development of wireless sensor nodes with energy harvesting - Advancements in MEMS fabrication for higher sensitivity - Standardization of sensor fusion algorithms - Growth of open-source hardware ecosystems Market projections indicate a 12% CAGR through 2027 driven by IoT and Industry 4.0 adoption.

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