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The Compass Bricklet is equipped with a 3-axis ±8 Gauss magnetic sensor. It can measure the magnetic flux density for all three axis as well as the heading with a resolution of 0.1° and accuracy up to 1°.
The update rate is configurable and can go as high as 600Hz.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Sensor | MMC5883MA |
| Current Consumption | 40mW (8mA at 5V) |
| Magnetic Flux Density Range | -800µT to 800µT (Microtesla) |
| Magnetic Flux Density Resolution | 0.01µT (Microtesla) |
| Heading Range | 0° to 360° |
| Heading Resolution | 0.1° |
| Heading Accuracy | Up to 1° at 100Hz update rate* |
| Update Rate | 100Hz-600Hz (configurable) |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 25 x 20 x 5mm (0.98 x 0.79 x 0.19") |
| Weight | 2g |
*: Depends on the quality of the calibration for the specific environment the Bricklet is used in.