https://community.element14.com/products/devtools/product-pages/w/documents/21527/microstack-accelerometer-accessory-boardProduct Detail Documentsen-USTelligent Community 12https://community.element14.com/products/devtools/product-pages/w/documents/21527/microstack-accelerometer-accessory-boardFri, 05 May 2023 15:51:48 GMT93d5dcb4-84c2-446f-b2cb-99731719e767:a19f6073-5c66-4b00-aec0-85a7faf46b47e14-publisherhttps://community.element14.com/products/devtools/product-pages/w/documents/21527/microstack-accelerometer-accessory-board#commentsCurrent Revision posted to Documents by e14-publisher on 5/5/2023 3:51:48 PM<br /> <div id="product-page-content"> <h1 class="xs-mt0 xs-mb2">Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board</h1> <div class="xs-mb3"><span class="bold xs-mr1">Manufactured By:</span>element14</div> <div class="xs-flex md-flex-row xs-flex-column"> <div class="md-w40 xs-w100"> <div id="devtool-primary-image" class="devtool-primary-image-container fill-white"> <img src="https://community-dc-assets.element14.com/images/devtool/size500/microstack_accelerometer_accessory_board_500x379_1579632786.png" class="devtool-image-devtool-0 xs-w100 xs-full-height fill-white obj-fit-contain xs-block" alt="Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board" /> <img loading="lazy" src="https://community-dc-assets.element14.com/images/devtool/size500/microstack_accelerometer_accessory_board_500x153_1579632786.png" class="devtool-image-devtool-1 xs-w100 xs-full-height fill-white obj-fit-contain xs-hide" alt="Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board" /> </div> <div class="xs-flex xs-flex-wrap xs-mt2"> <div class="devtool-thumbnail fill-white xs-border-lighter txt-center xs-mr1 xs-mb2"> <img loading="lazy" src="https://community-dc-assets.element14.com/images/devtool/size500/microstack_accelerometer_accessory_board_500x379_1579632786.png" id="devtool-0" class="xs-w100 xs-full-height obj-fit-contain" alt="Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board" /> </div> <div class="devtool-thumbnail fill-white xs-border-lighter txt-center xs-mr1 xs-mb2"> <img loading="lazy" src="https://community-dc-assets.element14.com/images/devtool/size500/microstack_accelerometer_accessory_board_500x153_1579632786.png" id="devtool-1" class="xs-w100 xs-full-height obj-fit-contain" alt="Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board" /> </div> </div> </div> <div class="md-w60 md-pl4 md-pl4 md-pt0 xs-w100 xs-pl0 xs-pl0 xs-pt2"> <div class="xs-flex xs-flex-justify-space-between xs-flex-align-center xs-border-lighter fill-white xs-p2"> <div class="xs-mt1 xs-mb1"> <div class="xs-text-5"><span class="bold xs-mr1">Part Number:</span><span id="part-number-value">MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER</span></div> </div> <div class="xs-text-right xs-mr2"> <a id="e14-product-link-5f138" data-at-areainteracted="design-center" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2434229&nsku=78X5852&COM=e14c-noscript&CMP=e14c-noscript&osetc=e14-noscript-tracking-loss" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('5f138'));" data-farnell="2434229" data-newark="78X5852" data-comoverride="" data-cmpoverride="" data-cpc="SC13531" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy Now</a> </div> </div> <div class="xs-mt3 xs-p1 lh-3"> <p>Not the tool you are looking for?</p> <p></p> <p><span class="e14-button-medium e14-button-primary e14-button-secondary"><a href="http://www.element14.com/community/designcenter/#mcu-mcu#mfg-element14#parent-development_platforms_and_kits#type-daughter_/_add-on_boards">Search similar tools &gt;&gt;&nbsp;</a></span></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="xs-mt3"> <p>MICROSTACK is a family of reusable accessory boards with a common framework of form factor and interface connections that work across various different platforms with the use of platform specific base boards (adapter boards) starting with Raspberry Pi.</p> <p>MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER Provides easy, plug and play integration and development for designs requiring a accelerometer function to all platforms compatible with the Microstack framework. Acceleration sensor features a MMA8491Q is a low voltage, 3-axis low-g accelerometer in a 3x3mm QFN package that can accommodate two configurations, acting as either a 45&deg; tilt sensor or a digital output 14-bit &plusmn;8g accelerometer with I2C bus.</p> <p><strong>Key Applications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Orientation sensing - position detection of up, down, left, right, face down, face up.</li> <li>User input devices - shake detection, physical movement gestures</li> <li>Free fall detection</li> <li>Measuring motion - gaming, sports, pedometer, image stablisation</li> <li>Security/audit - shock detection and tamper</li> <li>Robotics - course correction/deadreckoning</li> </ul> </div> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Features</h3> <ul> <li>Extreme low power, 400 nA per Hz</li> <li>Ultra-fast data output time, ~700 &mu;s</li> <li>1.95V to 3.6V VDD supply range</li> <li>3 mm x 3 mm, 0.65 mm pitch with visual solder joint inspection</li> <li>&plusmn;8g full-scale range</li> <li>14-bit digital output, 1 mg/LSB sensitivity</li> <li>Output Data Rate (ODR), implementation based from &lt; 1 Hz to 800 Hz</li> <li>I2C digital interface</li> <li>3-axis, 45&deg; tilt outputs</li> <li>MICROSTACK Framework compatible</li> <li>Can be combined with other MICROSTACK add-ons</li> <li>Radio links to support remote telemetry</li> </ul> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Ships With</h3> <ul> <li>Microstack Accelerometer Board</li> </ul> <div id="devtool-required-devtools-section" class="xs-hide"> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-mb1 xs-border-bottom">Required Tools</h3> <div id="devtool-required-devtools-content"></div> </div> <div id="devtool-accessory-devtools-section" class="xs-hide"> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-mb1 xs-border-bottom">Accessory Tools</h3> <div id="devtool-accessory-devtools-content"></div> </div> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Documents</h3> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Application Note</h4> <div class="attachment "> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://cache.freescale.com/files/sensors/doc/app_note/AN4085.pdf" target="_blank">AN4085, Tips for troubleshooting the MMA865x/MMA845x/MMA8491 Sensor Toolbox Communication Issues (pdf)</a> </div> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://cache.freescale.com/files/sensors/doc/app_note/AN4296.pdf" target="_blank">AN4296, Data Manipulation and the Basic Settings of Xtrinsic MMA8491Q Accelerometer (pdf)</a> </div> </div> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Data Sheet</h4> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://cache.freescale.com/files/sensors/doc/data_sheet/MMA8491Q.pdf" target="_blank">Datasheet for MMA8491Q 3-Axis Multifunction Digital Accelerometer (pdf)</a> </div> </div> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Product Brief/Fact sheet</h4> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://cache.freescale.com/files/sensors/doc/fact_sheet/MMA8491QFS.pdf" target="_blank">Fact sheet for MMA8491Q Xtrinsic 3-Axis Accelerometer (pdf)</a> </div> </div> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Quick Start Guide</h4> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://www.microstack.org.uk/assets/accel/FormattedAccelgettingstarted.pdf" target="_blank">Microstack Accelerometer (pdf)</a> </div> </div> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Downloads</h3> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Applications Library</h4> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-code"></i> <a href="https://github.com/microstack-IoT" target="_blank">microstack-IoT (html)</a> </div> </div> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">FAQs</h3> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">How do I power the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER when stacked using MICROSTACK BASE BOARD on a Raspberry pi?</h4> <div class="">With jumper JP1 installed on base board, MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER gets its power from Raspberry pi. <br />Please note: If Microstack is powered via its microusb connector, then the jumper must be removed to prevent power flowing into the Raspberry Pi.</div> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">What other accessories do I need to interface MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER to a Raspberry pi?</h4> <div class="">In order to interface the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER with the Raspberry Pi you will need the MICROSTACK BASE BOARD. <br />Please refer page number 2 and 3 of datasheet in the below link, it shows fitting instructions and jumper settings for base board.<br /><br />http://www.farnell.com/datasheets/1860441.pdf</div> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">What is the default measuring range of the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER</h4> <div class="">By default, the range of the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER is set to 2g. However, it has &plusmn;2g/&plusmn;4g/&plusmn;8g dynamically selectable ranges.</div> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Where can I find Python modules for interacting with a Microstack node component like MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER?</h4> <div class="">Please follow this link - https://github.com/microstack-IoT</div> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">What is the maximum output data rate of the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER?</h4> <div class="">The MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER is based on the MMA8491Q accelerometer IC. The registers embedded inside the MMA8491Q are accessible through the I2C serial interface, so the maximum output data rate depends on I2C bus speed.</div> </div> <div class="xs-hide"> <script>e14.meta.page.devtools={"id": 1122, "type": "devtool", "part_number": "MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER" };</script> </div> <div style="clear:both;"></div> <div style="font-size: 90%;">Tags: element14, acceleration, accelerometer, prototyping, framework, mcu, axis, microstack, daughter_addon_boards, development_platforms_kits, inertial, vibration</div> https://community.element14.com/products/devtools/product-pages/w/documents/21527/microstack-accelerometer-accessory-board/revision/3Thu, 16 Dec 2021 23:24:35 GMT93d5dcb4-84c2-446f-b2cb-99731719e767:a19f6073-5c66-4b00-aec0-85a7faf46b47e14-publisherhttps://community.element14.com/products/devtools/product-pages/w/documents/21527/microstack-accelerometer-accessory-board#commentsRevision 3 posted to Documents by e14-publisher on 12/16/2021 11:24:35 PM<br /> <div class="xs-hide"> <script>e14.meta.page.devtools={"id": 1122, "type": "devtool", "part_number": "MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER" };</script> </div> <div id="product-page-content"> <h1 class="xs-mt0 xs-mb2">Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board</h1> <div class="xs-mb3"><span class="bold xs-mr1">Manufactured By:</span>element14</div> <div class="xs-flex md-flex-row xs-flex-column"> <div class="md-w40 xs-w100"> <div id="devtool-primary-image" class="devtool-primary-image-container fill-white"> <img src="https://community-dc-assets.element14.com/images/devtool/size500/microstack_accelerometer_accessory_board_500x379_1579632786.png" class="devtool-image-devtool-0 xs-w100 xs-full-height fill-white obj-fit-contain xs-block" alt="Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board" /> <img loading="lazy" src="https://community-dc-assets.element14.com/images/devtool/size500/microstack_accelerometer_accessory_board_500x153_1579632786.png" class="devtool-image-devtool-1 xs-w100 xs-full-height fill-white obj-fit-contain xs-hide" alt="Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board" /> </div> <div class="xs-flex xs-flex-wrap xs-mt2"> <div class="devtool-thumbnail fill-white xs-border-lighter txt-center xs-mr1 xs-mb2"> <img loading="lazy" src="https://community-dc-assets.element14.com/images/devtool/size500/microstack_accelerometer_accessory_board_500x379_1579632786.png" id="devtool-0" class="xs-w100 xs-full-height obj-fit-contain" alt="Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board" /> </div> <div class="devtool-thumbnail fill-white xs-border-lighter txt-center xs-mr1 xs-mb2"> <img loading="lazy" src="https://community-dc-assets.element14.com/images/devtool/size500/microstack_accelerometer_accessory_board_500x153_1579632786.png" id="devtool-1" class="xs-w100 xs-full-height obj-fit-contain" alt="Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board" /> </div> </div> </div> <div class="md-w60 md-pl4 md-pl4 md-pt0 xs-w100 xs-pl0 xs-pl0 xs-pt2"> <div class="xs-flex xs-flex-justify-space-between xs-flex-align-center xs-border-lighter fill-white xs-p2"> <div class="xs-mt1 xs-mb1"> <div class="xs-text-5"><span class="bold xs-mr1">Part Number:</span><span id="part-number-value">MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER</span></div> </div> <div class="xs-text-right xs-mr2"> <a id="e14-product-link-19fd1" data-at-areainteracted="design-center" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2434229&nsku=78X5852&COM=e14c-noscript&CMP=e14c-noscript&osetc=e14-noscript-tracking-loss" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('19fd1'));" data-farnell="2434229" data-newark="78X5852" data-comoverride="" data-cmpoverride="" data-cpc="SC13531" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy Now</a> </div> </div> <div class="xs-mt3 xs-p1 lh-3"> <p>Not the tool you are looking for?</p> <p></p> <p><span class="e14-button-medium e14-button-primary e14-button-secondary"><a href="http://www.element14.com/community/designcenter/#mcu-mcu#mfg-element14#parent-development_platforms_and_kits#type-daughter_/_add-on_boards">Search similar tools &gt;&gt;&nbsp;</a></span></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="xs-mt3"> <p>MICROSTACK is a family of reusable accessory boards with a common framework of form factor and interface connections that work across various different platforms with the use of platform specific base boards (adapter boards) starting with Raspberry Pi.</p> <p>MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER Provides easy, plug and play integration and development for designs requiring a accelerometer function to all platforms compatible with the Microstack framework. Acceleration sensor features a MMA8491Q is a low voltage, 3-axis low-g accelerometer in a 3x3mm QFN package that can accommodate two configurations, acting as either a 45&deg; tilt sensor or a digital output 14-bit &plusmn;8g accelerometer with I2C bus.</p> <p><strong>Key Applications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Orientation sensing - position detection of up, down, left, right, face down, face up.</li> <li>User input devices - shake detection, physical movement gestures</li> <li>Free fall detection</li> <li>Measuring motion - gaming, sports, pedometer, image stablisation</li> <li>Security/audit - shock detection and tamper</li> <li>Robotics - course correction/deadreckoning</li> </ul> </div> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Features</h3> <ul> <li>Extreme low power, 400 nA per Hz</li> <li>Ultra-fast data output time, ~700 &mu;s</li> <li>1.95V to 3.6V VDD supply range</li> <li>3 mm x 3 mm, 0.65 mm pitch with visual solder joint inspection</li> <li>&plusmn;8g full-scale range</li> <li>14-bit digital output, 1 mg/LSB sensitivity</li> <li>Output Data Rate (ODR), implementation based from &lt; 1 Hz to 800 Hz</li> <li>I2C digital interface</li> <li>3-axis, 45&deg; tilt outputs</li> <li>MICROSTACK Framework compatible</li> <li>Can be combined with other MICROSTACK add-ons</li> <li>Radio links to support remote telemetry</li> </ul> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Ships With</h3> <ul> <li>Microstack Accelerometer Board</li> </ul> <div id="devtool-required-devtools-section" class="xs-hide"> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-mb1 xs-border-bottom">Required Tools</h3> <div id="devtool-required-devtools-content"></div> </div> <div id="devtool-accessory-devtools-section" class="xs-hide"> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-mb1 xs-border-bottom">Accessory Tools</h3> <div id="devtool-accessory-devtools-content"></div> </div> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Documents</h3> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Application Note</h4> <div class="attachment "> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://cache.freescale.com/files/sensors/doc/app_note/AN4085.pdf" target="_blank">AN4085, Tips for troubleshooting the MMA865x/MMA845x/MMA8491 Sensor Toolbox Communication Issues (pdf)</a> </div> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://cache.freescale.com/files/sensors/doc/app_note/AN4296.pdf" target="_blank">AN4296, Data Manipulation and the Basic Settings of Xtrinsic MMA8491Q Accelerometer (pdf)</a> </div> </div> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Data Sheet</h4> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://cache.freescale.com/files/sensors/doc/data_sheet/MMA8491Q.pdf" target="_blank">Datasheet for MMA8491Q 3-Axis Multifunction Digital Accelerometer (pdf)</a> </div> </div> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Product Brief/Fact sheet</h4> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://cache.freescale.com/files/sensors/doc/fact_sheet/MMA8491QFS.pdf" target="_blank">Fact sheet for MMA8491Q Xtrinsic 3-Axis Accelerometer (pdf)</a> </div> </div> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Quick Start Guide</h4> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://www.microstack.org.uk/assets/accel/FormattedAccelgettingstarted.pdf" target="_blank">Microstack Accelerometer (pdf)</a> </div> </div> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Downloads</h3> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Applications Library</h4> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-code"></i> <a href="https://github.com/microstack-IoT" target="_blank">microstack-IoT (html)</a> </div> </div> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">FAQs</h3> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">How do I power the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER when stacked using MICROSTACK BASE BOARD on a Raspberry pi?</h4> <div class="">With jumper JP1 installed on base board, MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER gets its power from Raspberry pi. <br />Please note: If Microstack is powered via its microusb connector, then the jumper must be removed to prevent power flowing into the Raspberry Pi.</div> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">What other accessories do I need to interface MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER to a Raspberry pi?</h4> <div class="">In order to interface the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER with the Raspberry Pi you will need the MICROSTACK BASE BOARD. <br />Please refer page number 2 and 3 of datasheet in the below link, it shows fitting instructions and jumper settings for base board.<br /><br />http://www.farnell.com/datasheets/1860441.pdf</div> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">What is the default measuring range of the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER</h4> <div class="">By default, the range of the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER is set to 2g. However, it has &plusmn;2g/&plusmn;4g/&plusmn;8g dynamically selectable ranges.</div> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Where can I find Python modules for interacting with a Microstack node component like MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER?</h4> <div class="">Please follow this link - https://github.com/microstack-IoT</div> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">What is the maximum output data rate of the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER?</h4> <div class="">The MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER is based on the MMA8491Q accelerometer IC. The registers embedded inside the MMA8491Q are accessible through the I2C serial interface, so the maximum output data rate depends on I2C bus speed.</div> </div> <div style="clear:both;"></div> <div style="font-size: 90%;">Tags: element14, acceleration, accelerometer, prototyping, framework, mcu, axis, microstack, daughter_addon_boards, development_platforms_kits, inertial, vibration</div> https://community.element14.com/products/devtools/product-pages/w/documents/21527/microstack-accelerometer-accessory-board/revision/2Thu, 16 Dec 2021 03:11:14 GMT93d5dcb4-84c2-446f-b2cb-99731719e767:a19f6073-5c66-4b00-aec0-85a7faf46b47e14-publisherhttps://community.element14.com/products/devtools/product-pages/w/documents/21527/microstack-accelerometer-accessory-board#commentsRevision 2 posted to Documents by e14-publisher on 12/16/2021 3:11:14 AM<br /> <div class="xs-hide"> <script>e14.meta.page.devtools={"id": 1122, "type": "devtool", "part_number": "MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER" };</script> </div> <div id="product-page-content"> <h1 class="xs-mt0 xs-mb2">Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board</h1> <div class="xs-mb3"><span class="bold xs-mr1">Manufactured By:</span>element14</div> <div class="xs-flex md-flex-row xs-flex-column"> <div class="md-w40 xs-w100"> <div id="devtool-primary-image" class="devtool-primary-image-container fill-white"> <img src="https://community-dc-assets.element14.com/images/devtool/size500/microstack_accelerometer_accessory_board_500x379_1579632786.png" class="devtool-image-devtool-0 xs-w100 xs-full-height fill-white obj-fit-contain xs-block" alt="Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board" /> <img loading="lazy" src="https://community-dc-assets.element14.com/images/devtool/size500/microstack_accelerometer_accessory_board_500x153_1579632786.png" class="devtool-image-devtool-1 xs-w100 xs-full-height fill-white obj-fit-contain xs-hide" alt="Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board" /> </div> <div class="xs-flex xs-flex-wrap xs-mt2"> <div class="devtool-thumbnail fill-white xs-border-lighter txt-center xs-mr1 xs-mb2"> <img loading="lazy" src="https://community-dc-assets.element14.com/images/devtool/size500/microstack_accelerometer_accessory_board_500x379_1579632786.png" id="devtool-0" class="xs-w100 xs-full-height obj-fit-contain" alt="Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board" /> </div> <div class="devtool-thumbnail fill-white xs-border-lighter txt-center xs-mr1 xs-mb2"> <img loading="lazy" src="https://community-dc-assets.element14.com/images/devtool/size500/microstack_accelerometer_accessory_board_500x153_1579632786.png" id="devtool-1" class="xs-w100 xs-full-height obj-fit-contain" alt="Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board" /> </div> </div> </div> <div class="md-w60 md-pl4 md-pl4 md-pt0 xs-w100 xs-pl0 xs-pl0 xs-pt2"> <div class="xs-flex xs-flex-justify-space-between xs-flex-align-center xs-border-lighter fill-white xs-p2"> <div class="xs-mt1 xs-mb1"> <div class="xs-text-5"><span class="bold xs-mr1">Part Number:</span><span id="part-number-value">MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER</span></div> </div> <div class="xs-text-right xs-mr2"> <a id="e14-product-link-099a5" data-at-areainteracted="design-center" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="javascript:void(0)" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('099a5'));" data-farnell="" data-newark="" data-comoverride="" data-cmpoverride="" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy Now</a> </div> </div> <div class="xs-mt3 xs-p1 lh-3"> <p>Not the tool you are looking for?</p> <p></p> <p><span class="e14-button-medium e14-button-primary e14-button-secondary"><a href="http://www.element14.com/community/designcenter/#mcu-mcu#mfg-element14#parent-development_platforms_and_kits#type-daughter_/_add-on_boards">Search similar tools &gt;&gt;&nbsp;</a></span></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="xs-mt3"> <p>MICROSTACK is a family of reusable accessory boards with a common framework of form factor and interface connections that work across various different platforms with the use of platform specific base boards (adapter boards) starting with Raspberry Pi.</p> <p>MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER Provides easy, plug and play integration and development for designs requiring a accelerometer function to all platforms compatible with the Microstack framework. Acceleration sensor features a MMA8491Q is a low voltage, 3-axis low-g accelerometer in a 3x3mm QFN package that can accommodate two configurations, acting as either a 45&deg; tilt sensor or a digital output 14-bit &plusmn;8g accelerometer with I2C bus.</p> <p><strong>Key Applications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Orientation sensing - position detection of up, down, left, right, face down, face up.</li> <li>User input devices - shake detection, physical movement gestures</li> <li>Free fall detection</li> <li>Measuring motion - gaming, sports, pedometer, image stablisation</li> <li>Security/audit - shock detection and tamper</li> <li>Robotics - course correction/deadreckoning</li> </ul> </div> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Features</h3> <ul> <li>Extreme low power, 400 nA per Hz</li> <li>Ultra-fast data output time, ~700 &mu;s</li> <li>1.95V to 3.6V VDD supply range</li> <li>3 mm x 3 mm, 0.65 mm pitch with visual solder joint inspection</li> <li>&plusmn;8g full-scale range</li> <li>14-bit digital output, 1 mg/LSB sensitivity</li> <li>Output Data Rate (ODR), implementation based from &lt; 1 Hz to 800 Hz</li> <li>I2C digital interface</li> <li>3-axis, 45&deg; tilt outputs</li> <li>MICROSTACK Framework compatible</li> <li>Can be combined with other MICROSTACK add-ons</li> <li>Radio links to support remote telemetry</li> </ul> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Ships With</h3> <ul> <li>Microstack Accelerometer Board</li> </ul> <div id="devtool-required-devtools-section" class="xs-hide"> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-mb1 xs-border-bottom">Required Tools</h3> <div id="devtool-required-devtools-content"></div> </div> <div id="devtool-accessory-devtools-section" class="xs-hide"> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-mb1 xs-border-bottom">Accessory Tools</h3> <div id="devtool-accessory-devtools-content"></div> </div> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Documents</h3> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Application Note</h4> <div class="attachment "> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://cache.freescale.com/files/sensors/doc/app_note/AN4085.pdf" target="_blank">AN4085, Tips for troubleshooting the MMA865x/MMA845x/MMA8491 Sensor Toolbox Communication Issues (pdf)</a> </div> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://cache.freescale.com/files/sensors/doc/app_note/AN4296.pdf" target="_blank">AN4296, Data Manipulation and the Basic Settings of Xtrinsic MMA8491Q Accelerometer (pdf)</a> </div> </div> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Data Sheet</h4> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://cache.freescale.com/files/sensors/doc/data_sheet/MMA8491Q.pdf" target="_blank">Datasheet for MMA8491Q 3-Axis Multifunction Digital Accelerometer (pdf)</a> </div> </div> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Product Brief/Fact sheet</h4> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://cache.freescale.com/files/sensors/doc/fact_sheet/MMA8491QFS.pdf" target="_blank">Fact sheet for MMA8491Q Xtrinsic 3-Axis Accelerometer (pdf)</a> </div> </div> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Quick Start Guide</h4> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://www.microstack.org.uk/assets/accel/FormattedAccelgettingstarted.pdf" target="_blank">Microstack Accelerometer (pdf)</a> </div> </div> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Downloads</h3> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Applications Library</h4> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-code"></i> <a href="https://github.com/microstack-IoT" target="_blank">microstack-IoT (html)</a> </div> </div> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">FAQs</h3> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">How do I power the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER when stacked using MICROSTACK BASE BOARD on a Raspberry pi?</h4> <div class="">With jumper JP1 installed on base board, MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER gets its power from Raspberry pi. <br />Please note: If Microstack is powered via its microusb connector, then the jumper must be removed to prevent power flowing into the Raspberry Pi.</div> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">What other accessories do I need to interface MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER to a Raspberry pi?</h4> <div class="">In order to interface the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER with the Raspberry Pi you will need the MICROSTACK BASE BOARD. <br />Please refer page number 2 and 3 of datasheet in the below link, it shows fitting instructions and jumper settings for base board.<br /><br />http://www.farnell.com/datasheets/1860441.pdf</div> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">What is the default measuring range of the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER</h4> <div class="">By default, the range of the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER is set to 2g. However, it has &plusmn;2g/&plusmn;4g/&plusmn;8g dynamically selectable ranges.</div> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Where can I find Python modules for interacting with a Microstack node component like MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER?</h4> <div class="">Please follow this link - https://github.com/microstack-IoT</div> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">What is the maximum output data rate of the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER?</h4> <div class="">The MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER is based on the MMA8491Q accelerometer IC. The registers embedded inside the MMA8491Q are accessible through the I2C serial interface, so the maximum output data rate depends on I2C bus speed.</div> </div> <div style="clear:both;"></div> <div style="font-size: 90%;">Tags: element14, acceleration, accelerometer, prototyping, framework, mcu, axis, microstack, daughter_addon_boards, development_platforms_kits, inertial, vibration</div> https://community.element14.com/products/devtools/product-pages/w/documents/21527/microstack-accelerometer-accessory-board/revision/1Mon, 18 Oct 2021 20:17:14 GMT93d5dcb4-84c2-446f-b2cb-99731719e767:a19f6073-5c66-4b00-aec0-85a7faf46b47e14-publisherhttps://community.element14.com/products/devtools/product-pages/w/documents/21527/microstack-accelerometer-accessory-board#commentsRevision 1 posted to Documents by e14-publisher on 10/18/2021 8:17:14 PM<br /> <div class="xs-hide"> <script>e14.meta.page.devtools={"id": 1122, "type": "devtool", "part_number": "MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER" };</script> </div> <div id="product-page-content"> <h1 class="xs-mt0 xs-mb2">Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board</h1> <div class="xs-mb3"><span class="bold xs-mr1">Manufactured By:</span>element14</div> <div class="xs-flex md-flex-row xs-flex-column"> <div class="md-w40 xs-w100"> <div id="devtool-primary-image" class="devtool-primary-image-container fill-white"> <img src="https://community-dc-assets.element14.com/images/devtool/size500/microstack_accelerometer_accessory_board_500x379_1579632786.png" class="devtool-image-devtool-0 xs-w100 xs-full-height fill-white obj-fit-contain xs-block" alt="Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board" /> <img loading="lazy" src="https://community-dc-assets.element14.com/images/devtool/size500/microstack_accelerometer_accessory_board_500x153_1579632786.png" class="devtool-image-devtool-1 xs-w100 xs-full-height fill-white obj-fit-contain xs-hide" alt="Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board" /> </div> <div class="xs-flex xs-flex-wrap xs-mt2"> <div class="devtool-thumbnail fill-white xs-border-lighter txt-center xs-mr1 xs-mb2"> <img loading="lazy" src="https://community-dc-assets.element14.com/images/devtool/size500/microstack_accelerometer_accessory_board_500x379_1579632786.png" id="devtool-0" class="xs-w100 xs-full-height obj-fit-contain" alt="Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board" /> </div> <div class="devtool-thumbnail fill-white xs-border-lighter txt-center xs-mr1 xs-mb2"> <img loading="lazy" src="https://community-dc-assets.element14.com/images/devtool/size500/microstack_accelerometer_accessory_board_500x153_1579632786.png" id="devtool-1" class="xs-w100 xs-full-height obj-fit-contain" alt="Microstack Accelerometer Accessory Board" /> </div> </div> </div> <div class="md-w60 md-pl4 md-pl4 md-pt0 xs-w100 xs-pl0 xs-pl0 xs-pt2"> <div class="xs-flex xs-flex-justify-space-between xs-flex-align-center xs-border-lighter fill-white xs-p2"> <div class="xs-mt1 xs-mb1"> <div class="xs-text-5"><span class="bold xs-mr1">Part Number:</span><span id="part-number-value">MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER</span></div> </div> <div class="xs-text-right xs-mr2"> <a id="e14-product-link-2b221" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2434229&nsku=78X5852&COM=e14c-noscript&CMP=e14c-noscript&osetc=e14-noscript-tracking-loss" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('2b221'));" data-farnell="2434229" data-newark="78X5852" data-comoverride="" data-cmpoverride="" data-cpc="SC13531" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy Now</a> </div> </div> <div class="xs-mt3 xs-p1 lh-3"> <p>Not the tool you are looking for?</p> <p></p> <p><span class="e14-button-medium e14-button-primary e14-button-secondary"><a href="http://www.element14.com/community/designcenter/#mcu-mcu#mfg-element14#parent-development_platforms_and_kits#type-daughter_/_add-on_boards">Search similar tools &gt;&gt;&nbsp;</a></span></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="xs-mt3"> <p>MICROSTACK is a family of reusable accessory boards with a common framework of form factor and interface connections that work across various different platforms with the use of platform specific base boards (adapter boards) starting with Raspberry Pi.</p> <p>MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER Provides easy, plug and play integration and development for designs requiring a accelerometer function to all platforms compatible with the Microstack framework. Acceleration sensor features a MMA8491Q is a low voltage, 3-axis low-g accelerometer in a 3x3mm QFN package that can accommodate two configurations, acting as either a 45&deg; tilt sensor or a digital output 14-bit &plusmn;8g accelerometer with I2C bus.</p> <p><strong>Key Applications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Orientation sensing - position detection of up, down, left, right, face down, face up.</li> <li>User input devices - shake detection, physical movement gestures</li> <li>Free fall detection</li> <li>Measuring motion - gaming, sports, pedometer, image stablisation</li> <li>Security/audit - shock detection and tamper</li> <li>Robotics - course correction/deadreckoning</li> </ul> </div> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Features</h3> <ul> <li>Extreme low power, 400 nA per Hz</li> <li>Ultra-fast data output time, ~700 &mu;s</li> <li>1.95V to 3.6V VDD supply range</li> <li>3 mm x 3 mm, 0.65 mm pitch with visual solder joint inspection</li> <li>&plusmn;8g full-scale range</li> <li>14-bit digital output, 1 mg/LSB sensitivity</li> <li>Output Data Rate (ODR), implementation based from &lt; 1 Hz to 800 Hz</li> <li>I2C digital interface</li> <li>3-axis, 45&deg; tilt outputs</li> <li>MICROSTACK Framework compatible</li> <li>Can be combined with other MICROSTACK add-ons</li> <li>Radio links to support remote telemetry</li> </ul> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Ships With</h3> <ul> <li>Microstack Accelerometer Board</li> </ul> <div id="devtool-required-devtools-section" class="xs-hide"> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-mb1 xs-border-bottom">Required Tools</h3> <div id="devtool-required-devtools-content"></div> </div> <div id="devtool-accessory-devtools-section" class="xs-hide"> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-mb1 xs-border-bottom">Accessory Tools</h3> <div id="devtool-accessory-devtools-content"></div> </div> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Documents</h3> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Application Note</h4> <div class="attachment "> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://cache.freescale.com/files/sensors/doc/app_note/AN4085.pdf" target="_blank">AN4085, Tips for troubleshooting the MMA865x/MMA845x/MMA8491 Sensor Toolbox Communication Issues (pdf)</a> </div> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://cache.freescale.com/files/sensors/doc/app_note/AN4296.pdf" target="_blank">AN4296, Data Manipulation and the Basic Settings of Xtrinsic MMA8491Q Accelerometer (pdf)</a> </div> </div> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Data Sheet</h4> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://cache.freescale.com/files/sensors/doc/data_sheet/MMA8491Q.pdf" target="_blank">Datasheet for MMA8491Q 3-Axis Multifunction Digital Accelerometer (pdf)</a> </div> </div> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Product Brief/Fact sheet</h4> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://cache.freescale.com/files/sensors/doc/fact_sheet/MMA8491QFS.pdf" target="_blank">Fact sheet for MMA8491Q Xtrinsic 3-Axis Accelerometer (pdf)</a> </div> </div> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Quick Start Guide</h4> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-pdf"></i> <a href="http://www.microstack.org.uk/assets/accel/FormattedAccelgettingstarted.pdf" target="_blank">Microstack Accelerometer (pdf)</a> </div> </div> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Downloads</h3> <div class="xs-px2"> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Applications Library</h4> <div class="attachment xs-mb3"> <i class="fal fa-file-code"></i> <a href="https://github.com/microstack-IoT" target="_blank">microstack-IoT (html)</a> </div> </div> <h3 class="toc-item xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">FAQs</h3> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">How do I power the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER when stacked using MICROSTACK BASE BOARD on a Raspberry pi?</h4> <div class="">With jumper JP1 installed on base board, MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER gets its power from Raspberry pi. <br />Please note: If Microstack is powered via its microusb connector, then the jumper must be removed to prevent power flowing into the Raspberry Pi.</div> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">What other accessories do I need to interface MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER to a Raspberry pi?</h4> <div class="">In order to interface the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER with the Raspberry Pi you will need the MICROSTACK BASE BOARD. <br />Please refer page number 2 and 3 of datasheet in the below link, it shows fitting instructions and jumper settings for base board.<br /><br />http://www.farnell.com/datasheets/1860441.pdf</div> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">What is the default measuring range of the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER</h4> <div class="">By default, the range of the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER is set to 2g. However, it has &plusmn;2g/&plusmn;4g/&plusmn;8g dynamically selectable ranges.</div> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">Where can I find Python modules for interacting with a Microstack node component like MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER?</h4> <div class="">Please follow this link - https://github.com/microstack-IoT</div> <h4 class="xs-pb2 xs-border-bottom">What is the maximum output data rate of the MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER?</h4> <div class="">The MICROSTACK ACCELEROMETER is based on the MMA8491Q accelerometer IC. The registers embedded inside the MMA8491Q are accessible through the I2C serial interface, so the maximum output data rate depends on I2C bus speed.</div> </div> <div style="clear:both;"></div> <div style="font-size: 90%;">Tags: element14, acceleration, accelerometer, prototyping, framework, mcu, axis, microstack, daughter_addon_boards, development_platforms_kits, inertial, vibration</div>