STMicroelectronics

LSM303DLHTR

The LSM303DLHTR is a versatile sensor from STMicroelectronics that combines both an accelerometer and a magnetometer in a single chip. It is designed for embedded applications in the consumer, industrial, and automotive markets.

Description:

The LSM303DLHTR is a system-in-package (SiP) that integrates a 3D linear accelerometer and a 3D magnetometer. The accelerometer measures the acceleration of the device along three axes (X, Y, and Z), while the magnetometer measures the magnetic field along the same three axes. The sensor is available in a compact 24-pin LGA package.

Features:

1. 3D linear accelerometer with a measurement range of ±2g.
2. 3D magnetometer with a measurement range of ±1.3 to ±8.1 Gauss.
3. High resolution: 14-bit for accelerometer and 16-bit for magnetometer.
4. Low power consumption: 0.5 mA in high performance mode.
5. Internal temperature sensor with a range of -40°C to +85°C.
6. Programmable data rate up to 1 kHz for accelerometer and 32 Hz for magnetometer.
7. Built-in interrupt functionality for free-fall, motion detection, and orientation detection.
8. I2C and SPI communication interfaces.
9. Embedded magnetic sensor for self-test and temperature compensation.

Applications:

1. Smartphones and tablets for motion sensing, screen rotation, and gaming.
2. Robotics for navigation, stabilization, and orientation.
3. Wearable devices for activity tracking and gesture recognition.
4. Industrial automation for vibration monitoring and control.
5. Automotive applications for navigation, stability control, and safety systems.
6. Consumer electronics for motion sensing and user interface enhancement.
7. Aerospace and defense for inertial navigation and stabilization systems.

The LSM303DLHTR provides a compact and cost-effective solution for applications requiring both acceleration and magnetic field measurements. Its low power consumption and high resolution make it suitable for a wide range of embedded applications.