Evaluation Boards - Sensors

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
1386

1386

Adafruit

MOD MINI CAMERA TTL JPEG NTSC

0

BMF055-SHUTL

BMF055-SHUTL

Bosch Sensortec

SHUTTLE BOARD DEV KIT BMF055

0

DK-42605

DK-42605

TDK InvenSense

DEVELOPMENT KIT FOR ICM-42605

17

MT9M114EBLSTCZH3-GEVB

MT9M114EBLSTCZH3-GEVB

Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor

BOARD EVAL 1 MP 1/6 SOC CIS COLO

8

EVAL-ADXL345Z

EVAL-ADXL345Z

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVALUATION FOR ADXL345

19

STEVAL-MKI199V1K

STEVAL-MKI199V1K

STMicroelectronics

MEMS MOTION SENSOR EVAL BOARDS

8

EVAL-ADXL1002Z

EVAL-ADXL1002Z

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD FOR ADXL1002 50G RANG

44

EK-F3X-CAP

EK-F3X-CAP

Sensirion

EVAL KIT FOR SFM3XXX-AW/-D

155

KX132-1211-EVB110

KX132-1211-EVB110

ROHM Semiconductor

105C OPERATING TRI-AXIS ACCELERO

0

SCA830-D06-PCB

SCA830-D06-PCB

TOKO / Murata

EVAL BOARD ACCELEROMETER Y-AXIS

0

EVAL-CN0221-EB1Z

EVAL-CN0221-EB1Z

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL MONITOR W/ADUCM360 UCTRL

1

LMT01EVM

LMT01EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL BOARD FOR LMT01

6

TSL2540-EVM

TSL2540-EVM

ams

EVAL BOARD FOR TSL2540

6

MAX44009EVKIT#

MAX44009EVKIT#

Maxim Integrated

KIT EVAL FOR MAX44009

1

EVAL-ADXL345Z-S

EVAL-ADXL345Z-S

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD SATELLITE FOR ADXL345Z-M

1

LM96163EB/NOPB

LM96163EB/NOPB

Texas Instruments

BOARD EVAL FOR LM96163 SENSOR

1

ASEK733KMA-65B

ASEK733KMA-65B

Allegro MicroSystems

A733 DEMO BOARD

4

888-1-015

888-1-015

FlexPoint

USB GLOVE KIT

4

KP236PS2GOKITTOBO1

KP236PS2GOKITTOBO1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

BAP PRESSURE SENSOR 2GO KIT

23

STEVAL-MKI090V1

STEVAL-MKI090V1

STMicroelectronics

DEMO BOARD FOR LIS331DLF

7

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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