Magnetic Sensors - Linear, Compass (ICs)

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
MLX90333LGO-BCH-000-SP

MLX90333LGO-BCH-000-SP

Melexis

SENSOR HALL ANALOG/PWM 16TSSOP

0

CT310LS-ID8-M

CT310LS-ID8-M

TOKO / Murata

TMR SENSOR: 8-LEAD DFN (2.0 X 2.

2997

SS496B-S

SS496B-S

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG SMD

0

DRV5057A1EDBZRQ1

DRV5057A1EDBZRQ1

Texas Instruments

HALL SENSOR

2263

MLX90333KGO-BCH-000-RE

MLX90333KGO-BCH-000-RE

Melexis

SENSOR HALL ANALOG/PWM 16TSSOP

0

MLX90333KDC-BCH-000-SP

MLX90333KDC-BCH-000-SP

Melexis

SENSOR HALL ANALOG/PWM 8SOIC

0

DRV5055A3QLPG

DRV5055A3QLPG

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG

394

A1324LLHLT-T

A1324LLHLT-T

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG SOT23W

0

A1308KUA-1-T

A1308KUA-1-T

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG 3SIP

12652

SI7216-B-00-IV

SI7216-B-00-IV

Silicon Labs

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG SOT23

115

MLX90333LGO-BCH-000-RE

MLX90333LGO-BCH-000-RE

Melexis

SENSOR HALL ANALOG/PWM 16TSSOP

0

A1318LLHLX-2-T

A1318LLHLX-2-T

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG SOT23W

0

ACS70311LKTATN-2P5B5-C

ACS70311LKTATN-2P5B5-C

Allegro MicroSystems

HIGHEST ACCURACY PROGRAMMABLE LI

4000

DRV5055A4QDBZT

DRV5055A4QDBZT

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL ANALOG SOT23-3

231

TLE493DA1B6HTSA1

TLE493DA1B6HTSA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

SENSOR HALL EFFECT MAGNETIC I2C

0

HAL3675DJ-A

HAL3675DJ-A

TDK Micronas

SENSOR HALL EFFECT PWM 8SOIC

0

SS496B-SP

SS496B-SP

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG SMD

8495

MLX90363KDC-ABB-000-TU

MLX90363KDC-ABB-000-TU

Melexis

SENSOR HALL EFFECT SPI 8SOIC

0

MLX92223LUA-AAA-100-SP

MLX92223LUA-AAA-100-SP

Melexis

SENSOR CURRENT LINEAR

326

DRV5055A1QDBZT

DRV5055A1QDBZT

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL ANALOG SOT23-3

926

Magnetic Sensors - Linear, Compass (ICs)

1. Overview

Magnetic sensors - linear compass ICs are semiconductor devices that detect magnetic fields and convert them into electrical signals. These integrated circuits provide precise measurement of magnetic field direction and strength in linear axes, enabling 2D/3D orientation detection. Their importance spans multiple industries due to their ability to provide contactless position sensing, navigation capabilities, and magnetic field monitoring in compact form factors.

2. Main Types & Functional Classification

Type Functional Features Application Examples
Hall Effect Sensors Voltage output proportional to magnetic field strength, simple design Current sensing, proximity detection
Anisotropic Magnetoresistance (AMR) Sensors High sensitivity (0.1 accuracy), low power consumption Electronic compasses, navigation systems
Giant Magnetoresistance (GMR) Sensors Ultra-high sensitivity (nanotesla range), wide bandwidth Biomedical devices, industrial position control
Tunneling Magnetoresistance (TMR) Sensors Lowest power consumption, excellent thermal stability IoT devices, automotive safety systems

3. Structure & Composition

Typical construction includes: - Sensing element (Hall plate/AMR film/TMR junction) - Signal conditioning circuitry (amplifiers, ADCs) - Temperature compensation modules - Digital interface (I2C/SPI) Packaged in LGA/QFN formats (2-8mm sizes) with magnetic shielding layers. Advanced versions integrate sensor fusion algorithms for 3-axis measurement.

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter Description & Importance
Sensitivity (mV/Gauss) Determines minimum detectable field strength
Resolution ( T/LSB) Affects angle measurement precision (critical for navigation)
Operating Temperature (-40 to +125 C) Defines environmental suitability
Power Consumption ( A/mA) Crucial for battery-powered devices
Interface Type I2C/SPI for digital output, analog for raw signals

5. Application Fields

Main industries include: - Consumer Electronics: Smartphone compasses, AR/VR headsets - Automotive: EPS systems, vehicle detection - Industrial: Robotics, CNC machine tool positioning - Aerospace: Drone stabilization systems - Medical: Surgical tool tracking

6. Leading Manufacturers & Products

Manufacturer Product Series Key Specifications
STMicroelectronics LIS3MDL 50 Gauss range, 0.08 T/LSB, I2C/SPI
Honeywell HMC5883L 80 Hz bandwidth, 2-4 Gauss accuracy
NXP Semiconductors MFX7755 3D sensing, 0.1 heading accuracy
TDK-InvenSense ICM-20948 9-axis MEMS+mag, 0.15 mA operating current

7. Selection Guidelines

Key consideration factors: - Required measurement axis (2D vs 3D) - Environmental conditions (temperature, vibration) - Power budget constraints - Required accuracy vs cost trade-offs - Interface compatibility with host system - Calibration requirements (hard/soft iron compensation)

8. Industry Trends

Current development directions: - Integration with MEMS IMUs for sensor fusion - AI-based self-calibration algorithms - Sub-10 A ultra-low power consumption - Increased radiation hardness for space applications - Development of 4D magnetic field-time sensors

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