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LSM6DSL

iNEMO Inertial Module (3D Accelerometer and 3D Gyroscope)

The LSM6DSL is a inemo inertial module (3d accelerometer and 3d gyroscope) from STMicroelectronics. View the full LSM6DSL datasheet below including key specifications, electrical characteristics, absolute maximum ratings.

Official LSM6DSL datasheet (PDF) — the source this page was extracted from.

Manufacturer

STMicroelectronics

Package

LGA-14L (2.5x3x0.83mm)

LSM6DSL Key Specifications

ParameterValue
FIFO Memory Size4 kbyte
IO Supply Voltage1.62 V
Package Dimensions2.5 mm x 3 mm x 0.83 mm
Supply Voltage Range1.71 V to 3.6 V
Communication InterfacesSPI, I2C
Gyroscope Full Scale Range±125/±245/±500/±1000/±2000 dps
Operating Temperature Range-40 to +85 °C
Accelerometer Full Scale Range±2/±4/±8/±16 g
Power Consumption (Normal Mode)0.4 mA
Power Consumption (High-Performance Mode)0.65 mA

LSM6DSL Overview

Part: LSM6DSL — STMicroelectronics

Type: iNEMO Inertial Module (3D Accelerometer and 3D Gyroscope)

Description: A system-in-package featuring a 3D digital accelerometer and a 3D digital gyroscope, performing at 0.65 mA in high-performance mode, with ±2/±4/±8/±16 g full scale acceleration and ±125/±245/±500/±1000/±2000 dps angular rate ranges.

Operating Conditions:

  • Supply voltage: 1.71 V to 3.6 V
  • Operating temperature: -40 to +85 °C
  • Independent IOs supply: 1.62 V

Key Specs:

  • Power consumption (combo normal mode): 0.4 mA
  • Power consumption (combo high-performance mode): 0.65 mA
  • Accelerometer full scale: ±2/±4/±8/±16 g
  • Gyroscope full scale: ±125/±245/±500/±1000/±2000 dps
  • Smart FIFO size: Up to 4 kbyte
  • Embedded temperature sensor
  • Digital interfaces: SPI & I2C

Features:

  • 'Always-on' experience with low power consumption for both accelerometer and gyroscope
  • Compliant with Android K, L, and M
  • Hard, soft ironing for external magnetic sensor corrections
  • Pedometer, step detector and step counter
  • Significant motion and tilt function
  • Standard interrupts: free-fall, wakeup, 6D/4D orientation, click and double-click
  • ECOPACK®, RoHS and 'Green' compliant

Applications:

  • Motion tracking and gesture detection
  • Collecting sensor data
  • Indoor navigation
  • IoT and connected devices
  • Intelligent power saving for handheld devices
  • Vibration monitoring and compensation

Package:

  • LGA-14L (2.5x3x0.83mm)

LSM6DSL Features

  • Power consumption: 0.4 mA in combo normal mode and 0.65 mA in combo high-performance mode
  • 'Always-on' experience with low power consumption for both accelerometer and gyroscope
  • Smart FIFO up to 4 kbyte based on features set
  • Compliant with Android K, L, and M
  • Hard, soft ironing for external magnetic sensor corrections
  • ±2/±4/±8/±16 g full scale
  • ±125/±245/±500/±1000/±2000 dps full scale
  • Analog supply voltage: 1.71 V to 3.6 V
  • Independent IOs supply (1.62 V)
  • Compact footprint, 2.5 mm x 3 mm x 0.83 mm
  • SPI & I 2 C serial interface with main processor data synchronization feature
  • Pedometer, step detector and step counter
  • Significant motion and tilt function
  • Standard interrupts: free-fall, wakeup, 6D/4D orientation, click and double-click
  • Embedded temperature sensor
  • ECOPACK ® , RoHS and 'Green' compliant

LSM6DSL Applications

  • Motion tracking and gesture detection
  • Collecting sensor data
  • Indoor navigation
  • IoT and connected devices
  • Intelligent power saving for handheld devices
  • Vibration monitoring and compensation

LSM6DSL Pin Configuration

Figure 1. Pin connections

Figure 1. Pin connections

  1. Leave pin electrically unconnected and soldered to PCB.

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LSM6DSL Electrical Characteristics

  • @ Vdd = 1.8 V, T = 25 °C unless otherwise noted.

Table 4. Electrical characteristics

SymbolParameterTest conditionsMin.Typ. (1)Max.Unit
VddSupply voltage1.711.83.6V
Vdd_IOPower supply for I/O1.62Vdd + 0.1V
IddHPGyroscope and accelerometer current consumption in high-performance modeODR = 1.6 kHz0.65mA
IddNMGyroscope and accelerometer current consumption in normal modeODR = 208 Hz0.45mA
IddLPGyroscope and accelerometer current consumption in low-power modeODR = 52 Hz0.29mA
LA_IddHPAccelerometer current consumption in high-performance modeODR < 1.6 kHz ODR ≥ 1.6 kHz150 160μ A
LA_IddNMAccelerometer current consumption in normal modeODR = 208 Hz85μ A
LA_IddLMAccelerometer current consumption in low-power modeODR = 52 Hz ODR = 12.5 Hz ODR = 1.6 Hz25 9 4.5μ A
IddPDGyroscope and accelerometer current consumption during power-down3μ A
TonTurn-on time35ms
V IHDigital high-level input voltage0.7 * VDD_IOV
V ILDigital low-level input voltage0.3 * VDD_IOV
V OHHigh-level output voltageI OH = 4 mA (2)VDD_IO - 0.2V
V OLLow-level output voltageI OL = 4 mA (2)0.2V
TopOperating temperature range-40+85°C

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LSM6DSL Absolute Maximum Ratings

Stresses above those listed as 'Absolute maximum ratings' may cause permanent damage to the device. This is a stress rating only and functional operation of the device under these conditions is not implied. Exposure to maximum rating conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.

Table 8. Absolute maximum ratings

SymbolRatingsMaximum valueUnit
VddSupply voltage-0.3 to 4.8V
T STGStorage temperature range-40 to +125°C
SgAcceleration g for 0.2 ms10,000g
ESDElectrostatic discharge protection (HBM)2kV
VinInput voltage on any control pin (including CS, SCL/SPC, SDA/SDI/SDO, SDO/SA0)0.3 to Vdd_IO +0.3V

Supply voltage on any pin should never exceed 4.8 V.

Table 8. Absolute maximum ratings

This device is sensitive to mechanical shock, improper handling can cause permanent damage to the part.

This device is sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD), improper handling can cause permanent damage to the part.

Note:

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LSM6DSL Package Information

In order to meet environmental requirements, ST offers these devices in different grades of ECOPACK ® packages, depending on their level of environmental compliance. ECOPACK ® specifications, grade definitions and product status are available at: www.st.com. ECOPACK is an ST trademark.

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