Magnetic Sensors - Linear, Compass (ICs)

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
MLX90333LGO-BCH-100-SP

MLX90333LGO-BCH-100-SP

Melexis

SENSOR HALL EFFECT SPI 16TSSOP

0

MLX90395KLW-BBA-001-SP

MLX90395KLW-BBA-001-SP

Melexis

SENSOR MAGNETOMETER 3DXYZ 16QFN

334

SS496B

SS496B

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions

SENSOR HALL ANALOG RADIAL LEAD

3694

ALS31300EEJASR-2000

ALS31300EEJASR-2000

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL EFFECT I2C

2206

MLX90333LDC-BCH-100-SP

MLX90333LDC-BCH-100-SP

Melexis

SENSOR HALL EFFECT SPI 8SOIC

100

DRV5056A4QLPG

DRV5056A4QLPG

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG

813

HAL1881UA-A-2-A-2-00

HAL1881UA-A-2-A-2-00

TDK Micronas

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG

1990

DRV5057A3QDBZR

DRV5057A3QDBZR

Texas Instruments

DRIVER

0

MLX90251EVA-FAA-100-SP

MLX90251EVA-FAA-100-SP

Melexis

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG 4SIP

0

ACS70311LKTATN-001B5-C

ACS70311LKTATN-001B5-C

Allegro MicroSystems

HIGHEST ACCURACY PROGRAMMABLE LI

4000

SI7210-B-01-IVR

SI7210-B-01-IVR

Silicon Labs

SENSOR HALL EFFECT I2C SOT23-5

0

AH49EZ3-G1

AH49EZ3-G1

Zetex Semiconductors (Diodes Inc.)

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG TO92S

0

SS496A-S

SS496A-S

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG SMD

0

A1308LLHLT-05-T

A1308LLHLT-05-T

Allegro MicroSystems

LINEAR HALL EFFECT SENSOR IC

2000

AH49FZ3-G1

AH49FZ3-G1

Zetex Semiconductors (Diodes Inc.)

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG TO92S

0

SS94A1F

SS94A1F

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions

SENSOR HALL ANALOG CERAMIC SIP

0

A1395SEHLT-T

A1395SEHLT-T

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL ANALOG 6MLP/DFN

17880

A1389LLHLX-9-T

A1389LLHLX-9-T

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG SOT23W

6200

DRV5056A4QDBZT

DRV5056A4QDBZT

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL ANALOG SOT23-3

295

TLE4929CXAFM28HAMA1

TLE4929CXAFM28HAMA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG SO-3

1285

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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