Product Overview

The breakout board for the 7Semi BMA400 3-Axis digital accelerometer is designed with the BMA400 accelerometer integrated onto a printed circuit board. This specific board serves as a tool for assessing the diverse functionalities offered by the BMA400. Facilitating convenient access to the sensor pins, a straightforward JST connector is employed on the breakout board. The board can be effortlessly connected to any microcontroller development board using a 4-wire cable, which spans 150mm and is equipped with JST-SH female 4-pin connectors on both ends.

Distinguished as the pioneer in genuine ultra-low power acceleration sensors without compromising performance, the BMA400 boasts 12-bit digital resolution, continuous measurement, and a defined selectable bandwidth. Its ultra-low power feature ensures precise and low-noise measurement of accelerations along three perpendicular axes. Noteworthy functionalities include the BMA400's capacity to detect tilt, orientation, tab/double tab actions, and facilitate plug 'n play step counting with activity recognition. This capability is especially advantageous for wearable devices that necessitate prolonged battery life.

STEMMA QT / Qwiic 4-pin 1mm Pitch White Female Connector Cable 150mm Long - Both Side can be purchased seperately.

Key Features

3.3 V and 5 V Power Supply
I2C and SPI Communication, 2 interrupt pins
Digital resolution 12 bits
Measurement range +- 2g / 4g / 8g / 16g

The BMA400 3-Axis Digital Accelerometer Breakout is a highly advanced and versatile sensor module that accurately measures acceleration in three dimensions. This sensor breakout is Qwiic compatible, which means it can be easily integrated with other Qwiic-enabled devices using the Qwiic connector. It can be powered by both 3.3V and 5V power supplies, providing flexibility and compatibility with a wide range of microcontrollers and processors.

The BMA400 Digital Accelerometer Breakout features an advanced MEMS accelerometer that delivers highly precise acceleration measurements with 12-bit digital resolution. It is capable of measuring acceleration with a resolution of up to 0.001g, and features a selectable measurement range of +-2g, +-4g, +-8g, or +-16g, which makes it ideal for a wide range of applications including tilt and motion sensing, vibration monitoring, and robotics.

In addition to its high precision and accuracy, the BMA400 Digital Accelerometer Breakout is highly configurable. It features two interrupt pins that can be used to trigger actions based on specific acceleration thresholds, further enhancing its flexibility and versatility. It also features both I2C and SPI interfaces, providing additional flexibility and compatibility with a wide range of systems and devices.

The BMA400 3-Axis Digital Accelerometer Breakout is a highly advanced and capable sensor module that delivers accurate and reliable acceleration measurements. Its Qwiic compatibility, dual power supply options, and multiple communication interfaces make it easy to integrate with a wide range of systems and devices, while its high precision and configurability make it ideal for a wide range of applications.

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