Magnetic Sensors - Linear, Compass (ICs)

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
HMC1021Z-RC

HMC1021Z-RC

Honeywell Aerospace

SENSOR MR WHEAT BRIDGE 8PIN

5049

DRV5053VAQDBZT

DRV5053VAQDBZT

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL ANALOG SOT23-3

3934

SS496A1-T2

SS496A1-T2

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions

SENSOR HALL ANALOG RADIAL LEAD

0

AS5510-DSOT

AS5510-DSOT

ams

SENSOR HALL EFFECT I2C 8SOIC

0

ALS31313KLEATR-JOY

ALS31313KLEATR-JOY

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL EFFECT I2C

11782

AH8501-FDC-7

AH8501-FDC-7

Zetex Semiconductors (Diodes Inc.)

SENSOR HALL ANALOG 6UDFN

1831

MLX90395KDC-BBA-101-RE

MLX90395KDC-BBA-101-RE

Melexis

SENSOR MAGNETOMETER 3DXYZ 8SOIC

6929

DRV5053OAQDBZR

DRV5053OAQDBZR

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL ANALOG SOT23-3

8936

A1318LLHLT-1-T

A1318LLHLT-1-T

Allegro MicroSystems

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG SOT23W

6051

HW322-B-15-E

HW322-B-15-E

Asahi Kasei Microdevices / AKM Semiconductor

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG 4SIP

138

BMM150

BMM150

Bosch Sensortec

SENSOR FLIPCORE/HALL SPI 12WLCSP

0

DRV5055A4ELPGMQ1

DRV5055A4ELPGMQ1

Texas Instruments

HALL EFFECT SENSOR

1868

MLX90333EGO-BCT-000-TU

MLX90333EGO-BCT-000-TU

Melexis

SENSOR HALL ANALOG/PWM 16TSSOP

0

SI7210-B-03-IV

SI7210-B-03-IV

Silicon Labs

SENSOR HALL EFFECT I2C SOT23-5

0

MLX90290LSE-AAA-511-SP

MLX90290LSE-AAA-511-SP

Melexis

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG TSOT3

52

HAL3625DJ-A

HAL3625DJ-A

TDK Micronas

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG 8SOIC

0

TLE4997A8XUMA1

TLE4997A8XUMA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG TDSO-8

237

TLE4998C3CHAMA1

TLE4998C3CHAMA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

TLE4998 - PROGRAMMABLE LINEAR HA

7500

DRV5053RAQLPGQ1

DRV5053RAQLPGQ1

Texas Instruments

SENSOR HALL EFFECT ANALOG TO92-3

984

SI7215-B-00-IVR

SI7215-B-00-IVR

Silicon Labs

SENSOR HALL EFFECT SENT SOT23-3

2981

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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