Overview
The LSM303CTR, produced by STMicroelectronics, is a system-in-package that integrates a 3D digital linear acceleration sensor and a 3D digital magnetic sensor. This device is designed to provide high-performance sensing capabilities, making it suitable for various applications requiring precise acceleration and magnetic field measurements.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Acceleration Full Scale | ±2 g / ±4 g / ±8 g |
| Magnetic Field Full Scale | ±16 gauss |
| Data Output Resolution | 16-bit |
| Serial Interfaces | SPI, I²C (100 kHz and 400 kHz) |
| Analog Supply Voltage | 1.9 V to 3.6 V |
| Package Type | LGA-12 |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 °C to +85 °C |
| Power Modes | Power-down mode, Low-power mode |
Key Features
- 3 magnetic field channels and 3 acceleration channels
- Selectable acceleration full scales (±2 g / ±4 g / ±8 g)
- Magnetic field full scale of ±16 gauss
- SPI and I²C serial interfaces
- Programmable interrupt generators for free-fall, motion detection, and magnetic field detection
- Embedded temperature sensor and FIFO
- ECOPACK®, RoHS, and “Green” compliant
Applications
The LSM303CTR is versatile and can be used in a variety of applications, including:
- Navigation systems (e.g., GPS, compass)
- Industrial automation and control systems
- Consumer electronics (e.g., smartphones, tablets)
- Automotive systems (e.g., anti-theft systems, navigation)
- Health and fitness devices
Q & A
- What is the LSM303CTR?
The LSM303CTR is a system-in-package featuring a 3D digital linear acceleration sensor and a 3D digital magnetic sensor. - What are the acceleration full scales of the LSM303CTR?
The acceleration full scales are ±2 g, ±4 g, and ±8 g. - What is the magnetic field full scale of the LSM303CTR?
The magnetic field full scale is ±16 gauss. - What serial interfaces does the LSM303CTR support?
The device supports SPI and I²C serial interfaces. - What is the operating temperature range of the LSM303CTR?
The operating temperature range is -40 °C to +85 °C. - Does the LSM303CTR have power-saving modes?
Yes, it has power-down and low-power modes. - Is the LSM303CTR environmentally friendly?
Yes, it is ECOPACK®, RoHS, and “Green” compliant. - What types of applications can the LSM303CTR be used in?
It can be used in navigation systems, industrial automation, consumer electronics, automotive systems, and health and fitness devices. - Does the LSM303CTR have an embedded temperature sensor?
Yes, it includes an embedded temperature sensor. - Can the LSM303CTR generate interrupt signals?
Yes, it can generate interrupt signals for free-fall, motion detection, and magnetic field detection.
