Magnetic Sensors - Linear, Compass (ICs)

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
DRV5055A4QDBZR

DRV5055A4QDBZR

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL ANALOG SOT23-3

3000

TLE4997E2

TLE4997E2

IR (Infineon Technologies)

PROGRAMMABLE HALL EFFECT SENSOR

34303

AH49ENTR-G1

AH49ENTR-G1

Zetex Semiconductors (Diodes Inc.)

SENSOR HALL ANALOG SOT23-3

3972

DRV5056A4QDBZR

DRV5056A4QDBZR

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL ANALOG SOT23-3

6037

MLX90251EVA-FAA-000-SP

MLX90251EVA-FAA-000-SP

Melexis

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG 4SIP

0

CT100LW-ID6-M

CT100LW-ID6-M

TOKO / Murata

TMR SENSOR: 6-LEAD DFN (1.5 X 1.

2927

CT100LW-IS6-M

CT100LW-IS6-M

TOKO / Murata

TMR SENSOR: 6-LEAD SOT23 (2.9 X

2958

ACS70311LKTATN-005B5-C

ACS70311LKTATN-005B5-C

Allegro MicroSystems

HIGHEST ACCURACY PROGRAMMABLE LI

4000

DRV5053RAEDBZRQ1

DRV5053RAEDBZRQ1

Texas Instruments

DRV5053-Q1 AUTOMOTIVE, 2.7 V TO

140882

DRV5057A4QLPG

DRV5057A4QLPG

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL EFFECT PWM

881

SI7217-B-01-IVR

SI7217-B-01-IVR

Silicon Labs

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG SOT23

0

MLX90333KGO-BCT-000-SP

MLX90333KGO-BCT-000-SP

Melexis

SENSOR HALL ANALOG/PWM 16TSSOP

0

DRV5055A3QDBZR

DRV5055A3QDBZR

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL ANALOG SOT23-3

1018

DRV5053OAELPGMQ1

DRV5053OAELPGMQ1

Texas Instruments

DRV5053-Q1 AUTOMOTIVE, 2.7 V TO

24943

MLX90366LVS-ADU-253-RX

MLX90366LVS-ADU-253-RX

Melexis

SENSOR HALL EFFECT SENT

0

DRV5056A2QDBZT

DRV5056A2QDBZT

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL ANALOG SOT23-3

145

AK8963C

AK8963C

Asahi Kasei Microdevices / AKM Semiconductor

SENSOR HALL I2C/SPI 14WLCSP

0

DRV5053EAQLPGMQ1

DRV5053EAQLPGMQ1

Texas Instruments

DRV5053-Q1 AUTOMOTIVE, 2.7 V TO

29897

DRV5053OAQDBZRQ1

DRV5053OAQDBZRQ1

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL ANALOG SOT23-3

2033

AH49HNTR-G1

AH49HNTR-G1

Zetex Semiconductors (Diodes Inc.)

SENSOR HALL ANALOG SOT23-3

135000

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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