ST couples 3D digital accelerometer, gyroscope in SiP

STMicroelectronics has started offering engineering samples of its smallest 6 degrees of freedom (6 DoF) device in its iNEMO inertial module family.

Designated LSM330DLC, the multi-sensor device integrates three-axis sensing of linear and angular motion in a 4 x 5 x 1 mm package, yielding a size reduction of almost half over competitive parts, according to the company. The LSM330DLC is aimed at delivering better user experience and motion-sensing in mobile phones, gaming controls and other consumer electronics.

The LSM330DLC is fully software-compatible with ST's latest-generation 3-axis digital accelerometers (LIS3DH) and gyroscopes (L3GD20), making it easy for customers using ST's single-function sensors to upgrade their designs.

Key highlights:

• Analog supply voltage: 2.4 V to 3.6 V
• Digital supply voltage IOs: 1.8 V
• Low power mode
• Power-down mode
• 3 independent acceleration channels and 3 angular rate channels
• ±2 g/±4 g/±8 g/±16 g dynamically selectable full scale
• ±250/±500/±2000 dps dynamically selectable full scale
• SPI/I²C serial interface (16-bit data output)
• Programmable interrupt generator for free-fall and motion detection
• ECOPACK RoHS and "Green" compliant

Pricing: $3.20 each for 1k quantities.

Availability: Engineering samples. For high-volume needs, please contact an ST sales office.

Datasheet: Click here.