Magnetic Sensors - Linear, Compass (ICs)

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
SI7217-B-01-IV

SI7217-B-01-IV

Silicon Labs

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG SOT23

134

MLX90333EDC-BCT-000-RE

MLX90333EDC-BCT-000-RE

Melexis

SENSOR HALL ANALOG/PWM 8SOIC

0

A1392SEHLT-T

A1392SEHLT-T

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL ANALOG 6MLP/DFN

0

HG372A

HG372A

Asahi Kasei Microdevices / AKM Semiconductor

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG 4SIP

0

AAL002-02E

AAL002-02E

NVE Corporation

SENSOR MR WHEAT BRDG 8SOIC

8845448

DRV5055A3ELPGQ1

DRV5055A3ELPGQ1

Texas Instruments

DRIVER

998

DRV5056A2ELPGQ1

DRV5056A2ELPGQ1

Texas Instruments

DRIVER

1000

A1454KLETR-4F-T

A1454KLETR-4F-T

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL EFFECT I2C 8TSSOP

3191

SS49

SS49

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG 3SIP

164

MLX90393ELW-ABA-011-SP

MLX90393ELW-ABA-011-SP

Melexis

SENSOR HALL I2C/SPI 16QFN

103

DRV5056A1ELPGMQ1

DRV5056A1ELPGMQ1

Texas Instruments

HALL EFFECT SENSOR

2770

SI7215-B-00-IV

SI7215-B-00-IV

Silicon Labs

SENSOR HALL EFFECT SENT SOT23-3

328

MLX90333KGO-BCH-100-SP

MLX90333KGO-BCH-100-SP

Melexis

SENSOR HALL EFFECT SPI 16TSSOP

0

A1308KUA-3-T

A1308KUA-3-T

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG 3SIP

0

HQ8220

HQ8220

Asahi Kasei Microdevices / AKM Semiconductor

SENSOR HALL ANALOG 16TSSOP

0

HMC1052L-TR

HMC1052L-TR

Honeywell Aerospace

SENSOR MR WHEAT BRDG 16LCC

531

DRV5055Z3QDBZR

DRV5055Z3QDBZR

Texas Instruments

RATIOMETRIC LINEAR HALL EFFECT S

2901

A1389LUA-9-T

A1389LUA-9-T

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG 3SIP

4076

AA006-02E

AA006-02E

NVE Corporation

SENSOR MR WHEAT BRDG 8SOIC

27148096

SI7211-B-00-IBR

SI7211-B-00-IBR

Silicon Labs

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG TO92-3

1405

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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