MLX90609

Angular Rate Sensor (Standard version)

390109060901

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Data Sheet

Rev 008

February/08

Table of Contents

1. Maximum Ratings ............................................................................................................ 3

2. Pin Definitions and Descriptions ...................................................................................... 4

3. MLX90609 General Electrical Specifications ................................................................... 5

4. MLX90609 Sensor Specific Specifications....................................................................... 6

5. Detailed Description......................................................................................................... 8

5.1 The Working Principle ................................................................................................. 8

5.2 Communication with the MLX90609 through the SPI.................................................. 9

5.3 Usage of the ADC ..................................................................................................... 12

5.3.1 ADC Instructions and Answers ........................................................................... 13

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The Refusal Answer...................................................................................... 13

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Command of the Status Reading (STATR) ................................................... 13

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Command of the ADC Control (ADCC) ......................................................... 13

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Command of the ADC Reading (ADCR) ....................................................... 13

5.3.2 Reading the Digital Angular Rate or Temperature (suggested procedure) ......... 14

6. Applications Examples ................................................................................................... 15

7. Standard Information Regarding Manufacturability of Melexis Products with Different

Soldering Processes .......................................................................................................... 18

8. ESD Precautions............................................................................................................ 18

9. Package Information ...................................................................................................... 19

10. Glossary of Terms........................................................................................................ 20

11. Disclaimer .................................................................................................................... 22