| Image | Part Number | Description / PDF | Quantity | Rfq |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 |
STMicroelectronics |
EVAL BOARD FOR LIS2DS12 |
14 |
|
 |
MEMSIC |
EVALUATION BOARD FOR MC3635 |
0 |
|
 |
Texas Instruments |
DEVELOPMENT POWER MANAGEMENT |
41 |
|
 |
IR (Infineon Technologies) |
EVAL TLE5501 ANGLE SENSOR |
19 |
|
 |
TRINAMIC Motion Control GmbH |
CURRENT SENSE BOARD 2A |
7 |
|
 |
Allegro MicroSystems |
EVAL BOARD FOR ACS71020 |
29 |
|
 |
Texas Instruments |
HDC2010 LOW POWER HUMIDITY AND T |
15 |
|
 |
Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor |
C-SERIES 1MM 35U SMA |
3 |
|
 |
KEMET |
VS-JV10A CABLE MAGNET STUD KIT |
1 |
|
 |
Analog Devices, Inc. |
EVAL BOARD FOR ADIS16470 |
9 |
|
 |
Pololu Corporation |
QTR-L-1A REFLECTANCE SENSOR 2PK |
201 |
|
 |
Silicon Labs |
CAP SENSE EVAL BOARD |
11 |
|
 |
Freescale Semiconductor, Inc. (NXP Semiconductors) |
EVAL BOARD FOR MMA7660 |
0 |
|
 |
Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor |
BOARD EVAL HIGH-SPEED CIS HB |
1 |
|
 |
Vishay / Semiconductor - Opto Division |
EVAL BOARD FOR VCNL4020C |
10 |
|
 |
Analog Devices, Inc. |
BOARD DEV/DATALOGGER ADXL344Z |
1 |
|
 |
Pololu Corporation |
SHARP GP2Y0D805Z0F CARRIER 5CM |
283 |
|
 |
Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor |
STRATA ENABLED TOUCH, PROXIMITY, |
2 |
|
 |
SparkFun |
TEMT6000 LIGHT SENSOR |
162 |
|
 |
Analog Devices, Inc. |
BOARD SATELLITE FOR ADXL350 |
0 |
|
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.
| Type | Functional Features | Application Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature Sensor Boards | High-precision thermal sensing with digital/analog outputs | Climate control systems, medical devices |
| Accelerometer Boards | 3-axis motion detection with programmable sensitivity | Vibration monitoring, fitness trackers |
| Pressure Sensor Boards | Atmospheric/differential pressure measurement | Weather stations, automotive systems |
| Environmental Sensor Boards | Multi-parameter detection (humidity, gas, light) | Smart agriculture, air quality monitors |
| Image Sensor Boards | High-resolution optical sensing with ISP integration | Surveillance cameras, machine vision |
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.
| Parameter | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
| Measurement Range | Minimum/maximum detectable values | Determines application suitability |
| Accuracy | Error margin vs. reference values | Impacts system reliability |
| Sampling Rate | Data acquisition frequency | Defines dynamic response capability |
| Power Consumption | Operating current/voltage requirements | Affects battery life and thermal design |
| Interface Type | Communication protocol compatibility | Dictates system integration complexity |
| Manufacturer | Representative Product | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| STMicroelectronics | STEVAL-MKI187V1 | 6-axis IMU with advanced calibration |
| Texas Instruments | BOOSTXL-ULTRASONIC | Ultrasonic sensing for distance measurement |
| Analog Devices | EVAL-ADICUP3029 | Low-power Cortex-M4F based platform |
| NXP Semiconductors | FRDM-FXS-MULTI-B | Multi-sensor fusion for IoT applications |
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.
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.