High measurement resolution and stability optimization

STMicroelectronics (ST) is targeting advanced automation and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) markets with a new lineup of high-stability MEMS sensors with a 10-year product lifespan.

The new sensor lineup will be available in 2018, starting with the IIS3DHHC, a 3-axis accelerometer optimized for high measurement resolution and stability, ensuring precision over time and temperature. The IIS3DHHC is ideal for precision inclinometers used in antenna positioning mechanisms in communication systems, structural health monitoring (SHM) equipment for building and bridge safety, and stabilizers and levels for a variety of industrial platforms. Its long-term accuracy and robustness also make it ideal for image stabilization in high-end digital cameras, as well as for high-sensitivity tilt detection and security sensors.

ST's 10-Year Maintenance Guarantee program provides customers with long-term access to a wide range of high-performance components used in industrial equipment, helping extend the life of their end products in the market and ensure reliable operation even under harsh environmental conditions. In addition to industrial sensors, STM32 microcontrollers, motor drivers, analog components, power converters, LEDs, and legacy MEMS sensors will also be covered by the minimum 10-year maintenance guarantee program.

“These high-quality industrial sensors leverage our investments in MEMS design and high-yield manufacturing processes to deliver superior performance at a low cost of ownership in applications where the highest precision, repeatability, and robustness are essential,” said Andrea Onetti, Group Vice President, General Manager, MEMS Sensor Division, STMicroelectronics. “In the coming months, we will continue to introduce new classes of highly accurate sensors for industrial applications, supported by our 10-year longevity commitment, including combo sensors, specialty sensors, and inertial modules.”