Overview
The ADIS16500AMLZ is a precision, miniature microelectromechanical system (MEMS) inertial measurement unit (IMU) produced by Analog Devices Inc. This device integrates a triaxial gyroscope and a triaxial accelerometer, making it suitable for a wide range of applications requiring accurate multi-axis inertial sensing. The ADIS16500AMLZ is factory calibrated for sensitivity, bias, and axial alignment, ensuring dynamic compensation formulas provide accurate sensor measurements across various conditions. It simplifies the integration of inertial sensing into industrial systems, reducing the complexity and investment associated with discrete designs. The device is available in a 100-ball, ball grid array (BGA) package, approximately 15 mm × 15 mm × 5 mm in size.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Gyroscope Dynamic Range | ±2000°/sec | |
| Gyroscope In-Run Bias Stability | 8.1°/hr | |
| Gyroscope Angular Random Walk | 0.29°/√hr (x-axis and y-axis, 1 σ) | |
| Accelerometer Dynamic Range | ±392 m/sec² | |
| Accelerometer In-Run Bias Stability | 125 μm/sec² | |
| Operating Temperature Range | −25°C to +85°C | |
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | 3.0 V to 3.6 V | |
| Mechanical Shock Survivability | 19,600 m/sec² | |
| Package Type | 100-ball Ball Grid Array (BGA) | |
| Package Dimensions | Approximately 15 mm × 15 mm × 5 mm |
Key Features
- Triaxial, digital gyroscope and accelerometer
- Factory calibrated sensitivity, bias, and axial alignment
- Triaxial, delta angle and delta velocity outputs
- SPI compatible data communications
- Programmable operation and control
- Automatic and manual bias correction controls
- Data ready indicator for synchronous data acquisition
- External sync modes: direct, scaled, and output
- On demand self-test of inertial sensors and flash memory
- Single-supply operation (VDD): 3.0 V to 3.6 V
Applications
- Navigation, stabilization, and instrumentation
- Unmanned and autonomous vehicles
- Smart agriculture and construction machinery
- Factory/industrial automation, robotics
- Virtual/augmented reality
- Internet of Moving Things
Q & A
- What is the ADIS16500AMLZ?
The ADIS16500AMLZ is a precision, miniature MEMS inertial measurement unit (IMU) that includes a triaxial gyroscope and a triaxial accelerometer.
- What are the key applications of the ADIS16500AMLZ?
The device is used in navigation, stabilization, and instrumentation, as well as in unmanned and autonomous vehicles, smart agriculture, construction machinery, factory/industrial automation, robotics, virtual/augmented reality, and the Internet of Moving Things.
- What is the operating temperature range of the ADIS16500AMLZ?
The operating temperature range is −25°C to +85°C.
- What is the supply voltage range for the ADIS16500AMLZ?
The supply voltage range is 3.0 V to 3.6 V.
- Does the ADIS16500AMLZ support external synchronization?
- How is the ADIS16500AMLZ calibrated?
The device is factory calibrated for sensitivity, bias, and axial alignment.
- What communication interface does the ADIS16500AMLZ use?
The device uses an SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) compatible data communication interface.
- Can the ADIS16500AMLZ perform self-tests?
- What is the mechanical shock survivability of the ADIS16500AMLZ?
The device can survive mechanical shocks up to 19,600 m/sec².
- What is the package type and dimensions of the ADIS16500AMLZ?
The device is packaged in a 100-ball Ball Grid Array (BGA) and measures approximately 15 mm × 15 mm × 5 mm.
