Magnetic Sensors - Linear, Compass (ICs)

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
A1351LKTTN-T

A1351LKTTN-T

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL EFFECT PWM 4SIP

7814

DRV5053RAQLPGM

DRV5053RAQLPGM

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG TO92-3

0

HMC1022-TR

HMC1022-TR

Honeywell Aerospace

SENSOR MR WHEAT BRDG 16SOIC

0

MLX90363LGO-ABB-000-RE

MLX90363LGO-ABB-000-RE

Melexis

SENSOR HALL EFFECT SPI 16TSSOP

0

A1377LUCTN-TC3-T

A1377LUCTN-TC3-T

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG 3SSIP

0

A1308LLHLT-5-T

A1308LLHLT-5-T

Allegro MicroSystems

MINIATURE PROGRAMMABLE LINEAR

6000

AD22151YRZ-RL

AD22151YRZ-RL

Analog Devices, Inc.

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG 8SOIC

0

BM1422AGMV-ZE2

BM1422AGMV-ZE2

ROHM Semiconductor

SENSOR MR I2C MLGA010V020A

0

MLX90333EGO-BCT-000-SP

MLX90333EGO-BCT-000-SP

Melexis

SENSOR HALL ANALOG/PWM 16TSSOP

80

MLX90366LVS-ADU-251-RX

MLX90366LVS-ADU-251-RX

Melexis

SENSOR HALL EFFECT SENT

0

A1318LLHLT-2-T

A1318LLHLT-2-T

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG SOT23W

3136

DRV5057A2QLPG

DRV5057A2QLPG

Texas Instruments

DRIVER

1000

ALS31000LLHALT

ALS31000LLHALT

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL EFFECT SOT23W

0

AS5510-DWLT

AS5510-DWLT

ams

SENSOR HALL EFFECT I2C 6WLCSP

22324

DRV425RTJT

DRV425RTJT

Texas Instruments

SENSOR FLUXGATE ANALOG 20QFN

990

DRV5057Z1QDBZR

DRV5057Z1QDBZR

Texas Instruments

LINEAR HALL EFFECT SENSOR WITH D

2996

MLX90333KDC-BCH-100-TU

MLX90333KDC-BCH-100-TU

Melexis

SENSOR HALL EFFECT SPI 8SOIC

0

MLX90393SLW-ABA-012-RE

MLX90393SLW-ABA-012-RE

Melexis

SENSOR HALL I2C/SPI 16QFN

0

G-MRCO-003

G-MRCO-003

TE Connectivity Measurement Specialties

SENSOR MR ANALOG 4SIP

725

DRV5056A6QDBZT

DRV5056A6QDBZT

Texas Instruments

DRIVER

500

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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