Magnetic Sensors - Linear, Compass (ICs)

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
MLX90393ELW-ABA-011-RE

MLX90393ELW-ABA-011-RE

Melexis

SENSOR HALL I2C/SPI 16QFN

25779

AD22151YRZ

AD22151YRZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG 8SOIC

76

DRV5057A4QDBZT

DRV5057A4QDBZT

Texas Instruments

HIGH ACCURACY 3.3 V OR 5 V DIGIT

212

SI7210-B-00-IV

SI7210-B-00-IV

Silicon Labs

SENSOR HALL EFFECT I2C SOT23-5

0

DRV425QWRTJRQ1

DRV425QWRTJRQ1

Texas Instruments

IC SENSOR FLUXGATE

2634

SI7216-B-00-IVR

SI7216-B-00-IVR

Silicon Labs

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG SOT23

43

ATS344LSPTN-T

ATS344LSPTN-T

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL EFFECT PWM

1385

MLX90333EGO-BCH-000-SP

MLX90333EGO-BCH-000-SP

Melexis

SENSOR HALL ANALOG/PWM 16TSSOP

0

DRV5053PAQDBZTQ1

DRV5053PAQDBZTQ1

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL ANALOG SOT23-3

750

DRV5057A2QDBZR

DRV5057A2QDBZR

Texas Instruments

DRIVER

0

MLX90251EVA-FAA-100-BU

MLX90251EVA-FAA-100-BU

Melexis

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG 4SIP

0

TLE4998S4HALA1

TLE4998S4HALA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

SENSOR HALL EFFECT SENT SM8

0

SS495A2-SP

SS495A2-SP

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG SMD

0

SS495A1

SS495A1

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions

SENSOR HALL ANALOG RADIAL LEAD

3664

DRV5053PAQLPGMQ1

DRV5053PAQLPGMQ1

Texas Instruments

DRV5053-Q1 AUTOMOTIVE, 2.7 V TO

34935

A1315LLHLX-1-T

A1315LLHLX-1-T

Allegro MicroSystems

IC HALL EFFECT SENSOR SOT23W

0

DRV5057A3QDBZT

DRV5057A3QDBZT

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL EFFECT PWM SOT23-3

2172

MLX90393ELW-ABA-013-SP

MLX90393ELW-ABA-013-SP

Melexis

SENSOR HALL I2C/SPI 16QFN

72

A1319LLHLX-5-T

A1319LLHLX-5-T

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG SOT23W

0

EQ433L

EQ433L

Asahi Kasei Microdevices / AKM Semiconductor

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG 3SMD

0

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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