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MMC5603NJ

3-axis Magnetic Sensor

The MMC5603NJ is a 3-axis magnetic sensor from MEMSIC. View the full MMC5603NJ datasheet below including key specifications, absolute maximum ratings.

Official MMC5603NJ datasheet (PDF) — the source this page was extracted from.

Manufacturer

MEMSIC

Category

Sensors

MMC5603NJ Key Specifications

ParameterValue
InterfaceI2C fast mode (≤400 kHz), I3C
Resolution20 bits (0.0625 mG per LSB)
Supply Current3.4 mA typ at 100 measurements/s (BW=00)
Total RMS Noise1.5 mG typ (BW=00)
Heading Accuracy1.0° typ
Package Dimensions0.8 x 0.8 x 0.4 mm
Power Down Current1.0 µA typ
Storage Temperature-55°C to +125°C
Max Output Data Rate1000 Hz
Sensitivity (20-Bit)16384 counts/G
Supply Voltage (VDD)1.62V to 3.6V
Maximum Exposed Field10,000 G
Operating Temperature-40°C to +85°C
Field Range (Each Axis)±30 G
IO Supply Voltage (VIO)1.2V to VDD

MMC5603NJ Overview

Part: MMC5603NJ from MEMSIC

Type: 3-axis AMR Magnetic Sensor

Description: A monolithic integrated 3-axis AMR magnetic sensor with on-chip signal processing and digital bus interfaces (I2C fast mode and I3C), capable of measuring magnetic fields within ±30 Gauss with up to 0.0625 mG per LSB resolution and 2 mG total RMS noise, enabling ±1° heading accuracy.

Operating Conditions:

  • Supply voltage: 1.62–3.6 V
  • Operating temperature: -40 to 85 °C
  • I/O voltage: 1.2 V to VDD
  • I2C SCL Clock Frequency: ≤400 kHz

Absolute Maximum Ratings:

  • Max supply voltage: +5 V
  • Max storage temperature: +125 °C
  • Max exposed field: 10000 G

Key Specs:

  • Field Range (Each Axis): ±30 G
  • Output resolution: 20 Bits
  • Total RMS Noise: 1.5 mG (Typ, BW=00)
  • Power Down Current: 1.0 μA (Typ)
  • Supply Current (100 measurements/second): 0.75 mA (Typ, BW=11) to 3.4 mA (Typ, BW=00)
  • Max Output data rate: 1000 Hz (BW=11)
  • Heading accuracy: ±1.0 Degrees (Typ)
  • Null Field Output Change Over Temperature: ±0.2 mG/°C (Typ)

Features:

  • Monolithic integrated 3-axis AMR magnetic sensor and electronic circuits
  • Superior Dynamic Range and Accuracy: ±30 G FSR, 20bits operation mode, 0.0625 mG per LSB resolution, 2 mG total RMS noise
  • Sensor true frequency response up to 1 KHz
  • Ultra-Small Wafer Level Package 0.8x0.8x0.4 mm
  • On-chip automatic degaussing with built-in SET/RESET function
  • On-chip sensitivity compensation
  • On-chip temperature sensor
  • Selftest signal available
  • Data_ready Interrupt (I3C only)
  • Low power consumption
  • I2C slave, FAST (≤400 KHz) mode
  • I3C interface available
  • 1.2 V logic IO
  • RoHS compliant

Applications:

  • Electronic Compass & GPS Navigation
  • Position Sensing

Package:

  • WLP package (0.8x0.8x0.4 mm)

MMC5603NJ Features

  • Monolithic integrated 3-axis AMR magnetic sensor and electronic circuits requiring fewer external components
  • Superior Dynamic Range and Accuracy:
  • ±30 G FSR
  • 20bits operation mode
  • 0.0625mG per LSB resolution
  • 2 mG total RMS noise
  • Enables heading accuracy of 1º
  • Sensor true frequency response up to 1KHz
  • Ultra-Small Wafer Level Package 0.8x0.8x0.4 mm
  • On-chip automatic degaussing with built-in SET/RESET function
  • Eliminates thermal variation induced offset error (Null field output)
  • Clears the residual magnetization resulting from strong external fields
  • On-chip sensitivity compensation
  • On-chip temperature sensor
  • Selftest signal available
  • Data_ready Interrupt (I3C only)
  • Low power consumption
  • 1 μ A power down current
  • I 2 C slave, FAST (≤400 KHz) mode
  • I3C interface available
  • 1.62V to 3.6V wide range single power supply
  • 1.2V logic IO
  • RoHS compliant

MMC5603NJ Applications

  • Electronic Compass & GPS Navigation
  • Position Sensing

FUNCTIONAL BLOCK DIAGRAM

MMC5603NJ Pin Configuration

PinNameDescriptionI/O
A1VSAConnect to GroundP
A2SCLSerial Clock LineI
B1VDDPower SupplyP
B2SDASerial Data LineI/O

All parts are shipped in tape and reel packaging with 10000pcs (or 5000pcs per requested) per 7' reel.

MMC5603NJ Absolute Maximum Ratings

Supply Voltage-0.5 to +5 V
Storage Temperature-55 C to +125 C
Maximum Exposed Field10000 G

Note: Stresses above those listed under Absolute Maximum Ratings may cause permanent damage to the device. This is a stress rating only; the functional operation of the device at these or any other conditions above those indicated in the operational sections of this specification is not implied. Exposure to absolute maximum rating conditions for extended periods may affect the device's reliability.

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