Melexis MLX90378 3D/Joystick Position Sensors are monolithic magnetic position processor ICs designed for 3D motion applications. The magnetic field sensors consist of a TRIAXIS® GEN III Hall magnetic front end, an analog to digital signal conditioner, a DSP for advanced signal processing, and a dual output stage driver capable of providing two Pulse Width Modulated (PWM) outputs or a single SENT output with two channels. The SENT frames can be encoded in a variety of formats. Additionally, the SENT protocol allows for external measurements, error codes, and user-defined values. The two PWM signals correspond to the joystick angle.
Features
TRIAXIS
® Hall TechnologyOn-Chip signal processing for robust absolute position sensingInput/Gateway pin for external measurementProgrammable measurement rangeProgrammable linear transfer characteristic (4 multi-points per axis)Enhanced serial data communicationTwo angle outputs: Forward/backward and left/rightMagnet push/pull detection
Specifications
Ambient Temperature Range: -40°C to +160°CStorage Temperature Range: -55°C to +170°CSupply Voltage: 5.5V Max.Supply Current: 10.5mA Max.Under Voltage Detection: 4.05V Max.Regulated voltage: 3.4V Max.Input Voltage Range: -1.5V to 5.0V
Applications
Automotive Shift LeversIndustrial Joysticks
