Asahi Kasei Microdevices AK09915D
AK09915D is 3-axis electronic compass IC with high sensitive Hall sensor technology.GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Small package of AK09915D incorporates magnetic sensors for detecting terrestrial magnetism in the X-axis, Y-axis, and Z-axis, a sensor driving circuit, signal amplifier chain, and an arithmetic circuit for processing the signal from each sensor. Self-test function is also incorporated. From its compact foot print and thin package feature, it is suitable for map heading up purpose in GPS-equipped smart phone and tablet to realize pedestrian navigation function. 2.FEATURES
Functions:● 3-axis magnetometer device suitable for compass application
● Built-in A to D Converter for magnetometer data out
● 16-bit data out for each 3-axis magnetic component
● Sensitivity: 0.15 µT/LSB (typ.)
● Serial interface
● I2C bus interface Standard, Fast and High-speed modes (up to 2.5 MHz) compliant with Philips I2C specification Ve