Choosing the Best Accelerometers: Type of Accelerometers Compared

Before you choose an accelerometer for your next application, be sure to do your homework. You’ll need to consider your requirements for measurement range, output type, number of axes, and usage scenario (which will influence your choices for the other conditions). We’ll explore these qualities and outline five of our top accelerometer recommendations based on your specific needs.

Accelerometers - Factors to Consider

Keep these terms in mind as you shop for the right accelerometer:

- Range: With a broader range, the device can measure a larger maximum acceleration, but a smaller total range generally means greater sensitivity. If your application needs precise response levels, a smaller range accelerometer can offer this at a cost-effective price point. If your application requires the capacity to measure large acceleration forces, opt for an accelerometer with a larger range, though expect to pay more if you also need a higher resolution.

- Output: Do you prefer a digital or analog output? A digital output can work very well with microcontrollers and the like, but analog may be easier to use in some situations.

- Axes: Your application may require acceleration measurement along one, two, or three axes.

- Expected scenario: This includes your expectations for range, operating temperatures, size, attachment type, etc.

The Best Accelerometers Available: Our Recommendations

With those terms in mind, here are five of our favorite accelerometers available right now.

1. Wide Range Choice: ADXL1004BCPZ

This model, manufactured by Analog Devices, features a very wide ±500g acceleration measurement, easy-to-use analog output, and a broad operating temperature (from -40 to +125 °C). It’s suitable for very demanding, high-acceleration environments and meets meets automotive-grade temperature requirements.

2. High Sensitivity Choice: LIS3DHHTR

Produced in Europe, the LIS3DHHTR from ST Microelectronics has a small range of ±2.5g, allowing it to read even small acceleration forces and delicate movements accurately. Three-axis readings and a digital output provide plenty of information and data processing options in a single device.

3. Best Budget Choice(s): AIS1120SXTR and AIS2120SXTR

These two devices appear to be identical, but AIS1120SXTR measures only a single axis, while AIS2120SXTR measures two. Both models are available for under $10 per unit and both offer:

- Mid-range sensitivity (±120g)

- Extended operating temperatures (-40 to +105 °C)

- Automotive 8-pin gull-wing leads

4. Versatile Digital Choice: BMA456

Manufactured by Bosch, this sensitive digital-output accelerometer offers flexible sensitivity, and its acceleration ranges are ±2/±4/±8/±16g. This device measures all three axes and can operate in environments ranging from -40 to +85 °C.

5. Low Voltage Choice: LIS25BATR

With a maximum operating voltage under 2V, this model from STMicroelectronics is tough to beat when it comes to low-voltage operation. It measures a range of ±3.85g in all three axes and has a very precise operating voltage range: from 1.71V minimum to 1.99V maximum. What’s more, it’s also safe for an extended temperature range: -40 to +85 °C.

Once you’ve figured out your project’s parameters, you’ll be in a solid position to choose the best accelerometer. If the models we’ve shown here don’t meet your precise needs, feel free to explore some of the many more options we have available.

관련 뉴스 기사

2025 years ago

2025 years ago

2025 years ago

2025 years ago

최신 뉴스

Sorry, your filter selection returned no results.

개인정보 보호정책이 업데이트되었습니다. 잠시 시간을 내어 변경사항을 검토하시기 바랍니다. 동의를 클릭하면 Arrow Electronics 개인정보 보호정책 및 이용 조건에 동의하는 것입니다.

당사의 웹사이트에서는 사용자의 경험 향상과 사이트 개선을 위해 사용자의 기기에 쿠키를 저장합니다. 당사에서 사용하는 쿠키 및 쿠키 비활성화 방법에 대해 자세히 알아보십시오. 쿠키와 추적 기술은 마케팅 목적으로 사용될 수 있습니다. '동의'를 클릭하면 기기에 쿠키를 배치하고 추적 기술을 사용하는 데 동의하는 것입니다. 쿠키 및 추적 기술을 해제하는 방법에 대한 자세한 내용과 지침을 알아보려면 아래의 '자세히 알아보기'를 클릭하십시오. 쿠키 및 추적 기술 수락은 사용자의 자발적 선택이지만, 웹사이트가 제대로 작동하지 않을 수 있으며 사용자와 관련이 적은 광고가 표시될 수 있습니다. Arrow는 사용자의 개인정보를 존중합니다. 여기에서 당사의 개인정보 보호정책을 읽을 수 있습니다.