Evaluation Boards - Sensors

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
VEML6040-SB

VEML6040-SB

Vishay / Semiconductor - Opto Division

EVAL BOARD FOR VEML6040

24

IQS333EV02-S

IQS333EV02-S

Azoteq

IQS333 EVALUATION KIT 2

21

4415

4415

Pololu Corporation

QTRX-HD-15A REF ARRAY 15CHNL

41

4311

4311

Pololu Corporation

QTRX-HD-11RC REF ARRAY 11CHNL

65

5107

5107

Kitronik

KITRONIK CURRENT SENSOR BREAKOUT

0

TMD3725-DB

TMD3725-DB

ams

DAUGHTER BOARD FOR THE TMD3725

1

BMI160-SHUTL

BMI160-SHUTL

Bosch Sensortec

SHUTTLE BOARD DEV KIT BMI160

122

EVAL-ADXRS290Z-M

EVAL-ADXRS290Z-M

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD FOR ADXRS290Z-M

1

FRDMKL25-P3115

FRDMKL25-P3115

NXP Semiconductors

MPL3115A2 BOARD WITH FRDM-KL25Z

15

SHUTTLE BOARD BMA456

SHUTTLE BOARD BMA456

Bosch Sensortec

EVAL BOARD FOR BMA456

8

4258

4258

Adafruit

LPS35HW WATER RESISTANT PRESSURE

73

EVAL-ADXL375Z-M

EVAL-ADXL375Z-M

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD FOR ADXL375

3

STEVAL-MKI041V1

STEVAL-MKI041V1

STMicroelectronics

BOARD EVAL GYRO LY550ALH

0

LXK3302AL002

LXK3302AL002

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

LX3302A LINEAR EVB KIT

9

4353

4353

Pololu Corporation

QTRX-MD-13RC REF ARRAY 13CHNL

26

LM75AEVM

LM75AEVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL MODULE FOR LM75A

13

DK-20648

DK-20648

TDK InvenSense

DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR ICM-20648

11

EVAL-CN0189-SDPZ

EVAL-CN0189-SDPZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL TILT 2 AXIS ADXL203

1

ASEK37612-BUSBAR-DK

ASEK37612-BUSBAR-DK

Allegro MicroSystems

EVAULATION KIT FOR ACS37612

10

SEK-SPS30

SEK-SPS30

Sensirion

SPS30 EVAL KIT

390

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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