Evaluation Boards - Sensors

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
ASEK-1367-T-KIT-DK

ASEK-1367-T-KIT-DK

Allegro MicroSystems

EVAL BOARD FOR A1367

4

AS7024-WRISTBAND

AS7024-WRISTBAND

ams

BIOMETRIC SENSOR WRISTBAND AS702

0

EVAL-KXTIA-1006

EVAL-KXTIA-1006

ROHM Semiconductor

BOARD EVALUATION FOR KXTIA-1006

3

STEVAL-MKIT02V1

STEVAL-MKIT02V1

STMicroelectronics

INDUSTRIAL MEMS SENSORS SAMPLE K

0

EVAL-ADT7422MBZ

EVAL-ADT7422MBZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

REMOTE TEMP SENSE EVAL BRD

36

STEVAL-MKI036V1

STEVAL-MKI036V1

STMicroelectronics

BOARD DEMO MEMS LPY503AL

0

MXR7900CF-B

MXR7900CF-B

MEMSIC

BOARD EVAL FOR MXR7900CF

0

PIM456

PIM456

Pimoroni

MSA301 3DOF MOTION SENSOR BREAKO

29

ASEK758KCB-150U-T-DK

ASEK758KCB-150U-T-DK

Allegro MicroSystems

BOARD DEMO 758KCB-150U SENSOR

1

EVAL-ADXL357Z

EVAL-ADXL357Z

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD ADXL357BEZ

48

IQS360EV02-S

IQS360EV02-S

Azoteq

IQS360 EVALUATION KIT 2

5

EVAL-ADXL327Z

EVAL-ADXL327Z

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL ADXL327

21

FS FLOWMODULE

FS FLOWMODULE

Innovative Sensor Technology

FOR THE EVALUATION OF THE FS7-SE

0

DEMOKIT

DEMOKIT

TE Connectivity Measurement Specialties

KIT DEMO

19

IS31SE5100-QFLS2-EB

IS31SE5100-QFLS2-EB

ISSI (Integrated Silicon Solution, Inc.)

EVAL BOARD FOR IS31SE5100-QFLS2

1

STEVAL-MKI182V2

STEVAL-MKI182V2

STMicroelectronics

ISM330DLC ADAPTER BOARD FOR A ST

0

EVALUATIR-M-20

EVALUATIR-M-20

Gas Sensing Solutions Ltd

AUTONOMOUS ADVANCED EVAL KIT 20%

17

MICROFJ-SMA-60035-GEVB

MICROFJ-SMA-60035-GEVB

Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor

J-SERIES 6MM 35U SMA

6

53324-878

53324-878

Custom Computer Services

CAPACITIVE TOUCH DEV BRD & KIT

0

SEN-11084

SEN-11084

SparkFun

MPL3115A2 PRESSURE/ALTIMETER

38

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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