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SmartElex MLX90393 Triple Axis Magnetometer High-Precision Magnetic Field Sensor

SmartElex MLX90393 Triple Axis Magnetometer High-Precision Magnetic Field Sensor

₹289.00Price
🔍 Overview
The module is based on the MLX90393 3-axis magnetometer IC, a high-resolution digital magnetic field sensor.
  • Measures magnetic field along:
    • X-axis
    • Y-axis
    • Z-axis
  • Provides precise vector magnetic field data
  • Suitable for:
    • Compass applications
    • Position sensing
    • Magnetic field analysis
👉 It is a 3D magnetic sensing solution with high sensitivity and flexibility.
⚙️ Working Principle
🧠 Hall / Magneto-Resistive Sensing
  • Uses Triaxis® Hall-based sensing technology
  • Detects magnetic field by measuring changes in internal sensor properties due to magnetic flux
🔄 Signal Processing
  • Magnetic field interacts with sensing elements
  • Generates small electrical signal
  • Internal amplifier boosts signal
  • ADC converts it into digital output
👉 Outputs represent magnetic field strength in each axis.
📊 Measurement Characteristics
Magnetic Field Range (Selectable)
  • ±5 mT
  • ±16 mT
  • ±50 mT
👉 Wide range allows detection of:
  • Weak Earth’s magnetic field
  • Strong nearby magnets
Resolution
  • Up to 16-bit digital resolution
  • High sensitivity:
    • Detects very small field changes
Output Data
  • 3-axis magnetic field values:
    • X, Y, Z components
⚡ Electrical Characteristics
  • Supply voltage: 2.2V to 3.6V
  • Low power consumption
  • Designed for embedded systems
🔗 Communication Interface
  • I²C interface
  • SPI interface
👉 Flexible digital communication with microcontrollers.
🧠 Internal Features
✔ Programmable Gain
  • Adjust sensitivity based on application
✔ Adjustable Resolution
  • Trade-off between:
    • Speed
    • Precision
✔ Temperature Compensation
  • Reduces drift due to temperature changes
✔ Multi-Axis Measurement
  • Simultaneous measurement of X, Y, Z fields
✔ Low Noise Design
  • Ensures stable and accurate readings
🔄 Operating Behavior
✔ Magnetic Field Detection
  • Measures both:
    • Static magnetic fields
    • Dynamic changes
✔ Vector Measurement
  • Provides direction + magnitude of magnetic field
✔ Orientation Detection
  • Can be used to determine:
    • Heading (compass direction)
    • Rotation relative to Earth
🌡️ Environmental Characteristics
  • Stable across wide temperature ranges
  • Maintains accuracy with internal compensation
⚠️ Limitations
  • Sensitive to:
    • External magnetic interference
    • Nearby electronics
  • Requires calibration for:
    • Accurate compass readings
  • Cannot measure:
    • Distance directly (only field strength)
🔌 Typical Pin Configuration
  • VCC → Power supply
  • GND → Ground
  • SDA / MOSI → Data
  • SCL / SCK → Clock
  • CS → Chip select (SPI mode)
🧩 Functional Role
The module acts as a:
  • Magnetic field sensor
  • Digital compass sensor
  • Position/orientation detector
  • Magnetic interaction measurement device
🏁 Summary
The SmartElex MLX90393 Magnetometer Breakout is a high-precision 3-axis magnetic sensing module that:
  • Measures magnetic field in X, Y, Z axes
  • Uses Hall-based sensing technology
  • Provides high-resolution digital output
  • Supports I²C and SPI communication
  • Offers programmable range and sensitivity
  • Is optimized for precision magnetic field and orientation sensing
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