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LIS3DH

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00 — Overview

What the LIS3DH does

The LIS3DH is an ultra-low-power, high-performance three-axis MEMS digital output motion sensor belonging to the "nano" family. It features a wide supply voltage range of 1.71 V to 3.6 V, supports output data rates from 1 Hz to 5.3 kHz, and offers dynamically selectable full scales of ±2g through ±16g. The device includes a 32-level 16-bit FIFO buffer and embedded temperature sensor. Typically used for display orientation, gaming input, impact recognition, vibration monitoring, and motion-activated functions like pedometers, the LIS3DH operates over an extended temperature range from -40 °C to +85 °C in a small LGA package.

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01 — Key specifications

Datasheet parameters

Datasheet parameters for LIS3DH
ParameterMinTypMaxConditionsSource
quiescent current — 11 µA — 50 Hz ODR; idd; Electrical characteristics ST datasheet, p. 12 — Table 6. Electrical characteristics
supply voltage range 1.71 V 2.5 V 3.6 V vdd; Electrical characteristics ST datasheet, p. 12 — Table 6. Electrical characteristics
operating temperature -40 °C — 85 °C top; Mechanical characteristics ST datasheet, p. 11 — Table 4. Mechanical characteristics
sample rate 1 Hz — 5.3 kHz ST datasheet, p. 1
02 — Alternatives

Closest matches to LIS3DH

LIS2DH12 similar sample rate, similar clock frequency, similar operating temperature
LIS3MDL 5.3× lower sample rate, 2.0× higher standby current, 1.1× higher supply voltage range
LSM6DS3TR-C 6.0× higher standby current, 1.4× lower supply voltage range, 1.3× higher sample rate
LSM6DSV 5.2× higher standby current, 1.4× lower supply voltage range, similar clock frequency
LTR-308ALS-01 10.0× higher quiescent current, 2.0× higher standby current, 1.1× higher supply voltage range
ADXL345-EP 12.7× higher quiescent current, 1.7× lower sample rate, 1.1× higher operating temperature
BMP180 5.0× lower standby current, 3.7× lower quiescent current, similar operating temperature
ICM-42607-C 3.3× lower sample rate, 2.4× higher clock frequency, 1.4× lower supply voltage range
03 — FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum operating temperature for the LIS3DH under mechanical characteristics?

The operating temperature is 85 °C at the top.

What is the quiescent current of the LIS3DH at 50 Hz ODR?

The quiescent current is 11 µA.

What is the maximum sample rate of the LIS3DH?

The sample rate is 5.3 kHz.

What is the supply voltage range for the LIS3DH under VDD in the Electrical characteristics?

The supply voltage range is 2.5 V.

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