Evaluation Boards - Sensors

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
EVB90640-41

EVB90640-41

Melexis

EVAL BOARD FOR MLX90640

49

DRV5011-5012EVM

DRV5011-5012EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL BOARD DRV5011 DRV5012

2

AC160219

AC160219

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

AT42QT1010 EVALUATION KIT

12

ASEK759LCB-050B-T-DK

ASEK759LCB-050B-T-DK

Allegro MicroSystems

BOARD DEMO 759LCB-050B SENSOR

1

TMP709EVM

TMP709EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL MODULE FOR TMP709

1

ADIS16475-1/PCBZ

ADIS16475-1/PCBZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD FOR ADIS16475-1

2

SI7005EVB-UDP

SI7005EVB-UDP

Silicon Labs

BOARD UDP PLUG-IN CARD SI7005

2

3965

3965

Adafruit

ADAFRUIT MPRLS PORTED PRESSURE S

328

EVAL-ADXL345Z-DB

EVAL-ADXL345Z-DB

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL FOR ADXL345

1

EVALZ-ADPD2212

EVALZ-ADPD2212

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD FOR ADPD2212

1

107391

107391

Basler

DEV KIT DAA2500-14LC-MZ7010

0

USEQGCK5000000

USEQGCK5000000

KEMET

GAS DETECTOR, EVALUATION KIT, AN

3

TMP107EVM

TMP107EVM

Texas Instruments

EVALUATION MODULE TMP107

5

NN AMC 1581 PCEV

NN AMC 1581 PCEV

Neonode

EVAL KIT MODULE 90 DEG 158MM

185

SI7050-EVB

SI7050-EVB

Silicon Labs

EVAL BOARD FOR SI7050

1

STEVAL-MKI181V1

STEVAL-MKI181V1

STMicroelectronics

LIS2MDL ADAPTER BOARD STANDARD D

61

STEVAL-MKI134V1

STEVAL-MKI134V1

STMicroelectronics

BOARD EVAL FOR LIS3DSH

10

IMX-070

IMX-070

TOKO / Murata

PYROELECTRIC INFRARED SENSOR EVA

0

EVAL-AD7746EBZ

EVAL-AD7746EBZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVALUATION FOR AD7746

42

SHUTTLE BOARD BMP390L

SHUTTLE BOARD BMP390L

Bosch Sensortec

EVAL BOARD FOR BMP390L

77

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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