2-axis compass Module

This is product is no longer for sale, it has been replaced with Twig - 3-axis Compass.

The 2-axis compass module integrates HMC6352 two-axis magnetic sensor with the required external circuits for heading computation. For the ultimate in electronic functionality, this innovative electronic compass provides an electronic compass function using two-axis magnetic field sensing. To speed your design cycle, the HMC6352 is easy to use as a drop in, plug and play component.

The 2-axis compass Module combines the sensor elements and all the processing electronics in a 6.5mm square package to satisfy smaller, next generation applications. Aimed for low power battery operation on OEM printed circuit boards, the HMC6352  uses a I2C digital interface slaved to the manufacturer's microprocessor to transfer compass heading data. Heading update rates from 1 to 20Hz are selectable.

Technology and Product Features
     
  * 2-Axis Magnetic Sensors with Electronics and Microprocessor
  * Fully Integrated Compassing Solution
  * Integrated Compassing Algorithms and Calibration Routines 
  * Miniature (6.5 by 6.5 by 1.4mm) 24-Pin LCC Package
  * 2.7 to 5.2 volt Supply Range (Good for Low Power Battery Operation on OEM PCBs)
  * I2C Digital Interface
  * User Selectable Slave Address Permits Multiple Sensors on Bus Interface
  * Drop-in, plug and play feature Allows for more High volume production

Typical Customer Applications      

  * General 2-axis compass applications
  * Compassing in GPS applications
  * Personal Navigation
  * Vehicle Telematics
  * Satellite Dish Antenna Positioning
  * Wireless Phones with Compassing