Magnetic Sensors - Linear, Compass (ICs)

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
AH49HZ3-G1

AH49HZ3-G1

Zetex Semiconductors (Diodes Inc.)

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG TO92S

0

DRV425RTJR

DRV425RTJR

Texas Instruments

SENSOR FLUXGATE ANALOG 20QFN

0

DRV5053EAELPGQ1

DRV5053EAELPGQ1

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG TO92-3

995

SS494B-T2

SS494B-T2

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG 3SIP

0

TLE4997E2XALA1

TLE4997E2XALA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG SSO3

159

A1366LKTTN-1-T

A1366LKTTN-1-T

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG 4SIP

2303

MLX90242LUA-GAA-000-RE

MLX90242LUA-GAA-000-RE

Melexis

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG TO92-3

0

AB001-02E

AB001-02E

NVE Corporation

SENSOR MR WHEAT BRDG 8SOIC

3000

MLX90393ELW-ABA-014-SP

MLX90393ELW-ABA-014-SP

Melexis

SENSOR HALL I2C/SPI 16QFN

106

MLX90333LGO-BCH-000-TU

MLX90333LGO-BCH-000-TU

Melexis

SENSOR HALL ANALOG/PWM 16TSSOP

0

MLX90363KGO-ABB-000-RE

MLX90363KGO-ABB-000-RE

Melexis

SENSOR HALL EFFECT SPI 16TSSOP

19

A1354KKT-T

A1354KKT-T

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL EFFECT PWM 4SIP

716

DRV5053EAEDBZRQ1

DRV5053EAEDBZRQ1

Texas Instruments

DRV5053-Q1 AUTOMOTIVE, 2.7 V TO

4000

SS496A-SP

SS496A-SP

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG SMD

0

MLX90393ELW-ABA-012-SP

MLX90393ELW-ABA-012-SP

Melexis

SENSOR HALL I2C/SPI 16QFN

38

DRV5053CAEDBZRQ1

DRV5053CAEDBZRQ1

Texas Instruments

DRV5053-Q1 AUTOMOTIVE, 2.7 V TO

28142

TLE493DW2B6A0HTSA1

TLE493DW2B6A0HTSA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

SENSOR HALL I2C TSOP-6-6-8

16874

DRV5053OAQLPGM

DRV5053OAQLPGM

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG TO92-3

1937

DRV5053VAQDBZTQ1

DRV5053VAQDBZTQ1

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL ANALOG SOT23-3

518

MLX90333EGO-BCH-100-SP

MLX90333EGO-BCH-100-SP

Melexis

SENSOR HALL EFFECT SPI 16TSSOP

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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