ECB200 Accurate Precision Digital Electronic Compass Sensor Module

Hot selling electronic compass sensor, high reliability, 0.3°RMS heading accuracy, widely used in laser rangefinders, antenna positioning, buoy, etc.

  • Heading Accuracy: 0.3° RMS (25°C, Tilt Angle<30°)
  • Pitch and Roll Accuracy: ±0.1° (25°C, Full Range)
  • Hard/Soft Magnetic Compensation, Tilt Compensation
  • Support User Calibration
  • Wide Power Supply: 5~24V±0.3VDC
  • Interface: RS232 (default), or RS485 / LV-TTL (optional)
  • Wide Working Temperature: -40~+85°C
  • Small Size: 33*27*10mm

Brief Introduction

ECB200 Accurate Precision Digital Electronic Compass Sensor Module from China manufacturer is a high accuracy 3D digital compass module that provides accurate heading and tilt readings, SkyMEMS’s advanced hard and soft iron correction algorithms allow for compensation of magnetic distortions inherent in the user’s system, resulting in reliable and consistent readings. ECB300 integrates 3-axis magneto-inductive sensors, 3-axis MEMS accelerometer and central processing unit to calculate the heading data in real time and compensate the heading when it has inclination angle. ECB300 has multiple interfaces, and it enjoys small size, high accuracy, low power consumption and low cost, which is very convenient to be integrated into different systems, it has been widely used in laser rangefinders, antenna positioning, buoy, unmanned systems and marine navigation fields, etc.

1. Introduction:

The compass sensor module is a type of GPS unit and is most commonly used in laser rangefinders. The module consists of an accelerometer and gyroscope, or two accelerometers in the case of GPS. A laser beam from the laser rangefinder’s rangefinder is focused on a mirror attached to the front of the module. The mirror reflects the beam to an LED, which illuminates a red LED on the front face of the compass module. The red light shines through an infrared filter, producing a green light that can be measured by a color camcorder or camera, indicating whether it is pointing north or south.
The accuracy of this system can be as low as 0.3°RMS (relative to true north), but this doesn’t mean that it should be relied upon for navigation (assuming you have your own local navigational charts). Some systems have greater accuracies, but their inaccuracy can be more than 15°RMS (relative to true north) and so are not good for navigation purposes anyway.
As with any other navigation system, it makes sense to use your own local chart when you have better information than what’s available from satellite systems; and using such maps as a reference when navigating will likely save you time and money in the long run.
Before going much further into why this compass sensor module is different from its competition (and how it’s supposed to help us navigate), let me just say that there are some things about these modules I like about them:
• High accuracy: 0.3°RMS or less
• Include an IR filter: It allows you to use the camcorder/camera without disturbing your shot that much if you need see something behind your subject
• It has no rotating door: You don’t have to worry about whether it will get dirty after being opened and shut again every few days; if need be you can always wipe it down with a wet cloth

2. The benefits of using a compass sensor module.

You can use to attach your compass sensor to your laptop, tablet or phone. The compass sensor module is for magnetic scanners. It has two magnets in the front and two magnets in the back. The magnets hold the compass pin and magnet together. The compass sensor module is made of high quality plastic, so it can be used with both hot and cold applications.
The compact size of this module makes it very convenient to install on various devices because it can be easily attached and detached from your device without removing any screws or screws of the device.

3. The features of a compass sensor module.

A compass sensor module (CSM) is an electronic component used to measure the position of a compass, in terms of its magnetic field. It’s important to understand the differences between magnetic sensors and optical sensors so that you can choose the best one for your application. Magnetic sensors include accelerometers, gyroscopes and magnetometers, while optical sensors are digital devices like cameras or digital cameras.
Think of a compass sensor module as a small digital camera that takes pictures of the Earth’s magnetic field in different directions at various depths and uses them to reconstruct what’s in front of it. The resulting image records information about where on Earth the device is pointing, which usually allows you to determine its position with high accuracy (compared to other sensors).
A typical compass sensor module consists of: • One or more accelerometers • One or more gyroscopes • One or more magnetometers • An LSI (or ASIC) microprocessor • A housing This means that there are lots of moving parts that need to work together well for it to function properly: add-on boards with connection points, chipsets with processing logic and memory, power supplies with wiring etc.). In addition, there are usually many different types and brands of compass sensors because they all have different features (ease of use/build quality/speed).
The CSM market has been dominated by two types: single-axis GPS navigation systems and multichannel navigation systems. GPS navigation systems use onboard GPS receivers which detect changes in the direction and speed of the Earth’s magnetic field; these signals are then processed by onboard processors in order to determine your current location on the planet. These systems are usually made up from several components such as gyroscopes mounted inside satellites, or onboard processors which work together with onboard computers. Multichannel navigation systems have standard interfaces between their components which allow you to access multiple data channels (e.g.: microphone channels which send sound cues). There are also “point-to-point” navigation systems where you connect various components on your device and get them all working simultaneously (e.g.: GPS antenna modules).

Technical Specifications

Parameters                          ValueCommentsCommunication ProtocolPhysical Parameter

Heading
Range 0~360°
Accuracy 0.3° RMS 25°C, tilt angle<30°
0.5° RMS 25°C, tilt angle<60°
1.0° RMS 25°C, tilt angle<85°
Resolution <0.1°
Tilt Performance Specs
Range roll: ±180º , pitch: ±85º
Accuracy 0.1° RMS 25°C
Resolution < 0.01°
Electronical Performance
Input Voltage 5~24V±0.3VDC
Current 12mA@12VDC
Power Consumption <0.2W
Startup Time ≤500ms
Environment Condition
Working Temperature -40~+85°C
Communication Mode Interface: RS232 (default), or RS485 / LV-TTL settable
Baud Rate 2400~115200 settable
Maximum Output Speed 100Hz ODM supported
Dimensions (L x W x H) 33*27*10mm
Weight around 8grams

Typical Application

ECB200 China Accurate Precision Digital Electronic Compass Sensor Module is a board-based electronic compass sensor, it is a low-cost compass that provides accurate heading and tilt angles, SkyMEMS’s advanced hard and soft iron correction algorithms allow for compensation of magnetic distortions inherent in the user’s system, outputting reliable and consistent readings. It has been widely applied in the following fields: – Laser Range Finder – Antenna Positioning – Buoy – Drones and Unmanned Systems – Robot Orientation

ECB300 digital compass module widely used in Laser Rangefinders

A laser rangefinder is a rangefinder that uses a laser beam to determine the distance to an object. The most common form of laser rangefinder operates on the time-of-flight principle by sending a laser pulse in a narrow beam towards the object and measuring the time taken by the pulse to be reflected off the target and returned to the sender. To get better performance, the laser rangefinders usually have internal GPS, compass and inclinometer. SkyMEMS ECB300 digital compass module is very small size, and it is easily integrated into the laser rangefinder. It enjoys high accuracy in direction and pitch and roll, and it has hard and soft magnetic compensation, and it has low power consumption, and can work in harsh environment. And ECB300 digital compass has been widely applied in different types of laser rangefinders, now tens of thousands of laser rangefinders are using SkyMEMS’s magnetic  compass sensors.

ECB200 Accurate Precision Digital Electronic Compass Sensor Module widely used in antenna positioning

SkyMEMS ECB200 Accurate Precision Digital Electronic Compass Sensor Module supplier is able to sense both direction and pitch and roll at high accuracy, which has hard and soft magnetic compensation, and it has low power consumption, and can work in harsh environment. Furthermore, ECB300 enjoys very small size, which is easily integrated into the antenna system, it has been widely used in antenna positioning.

ECB200 Accurate Precision Digital Electronic Compass Sensor Module widely used in Buoy

The buoy’s sensors included two types: for air and water temperature, an anemometer for wind speed and direction and an electronic compass within the buoy to compensate for the effects of buoy rotation on wind direction. ECB300 electronic compass is used to provide the real-time position of the wave buoy. ECB300 electronic compass module uses magnetic sensors with wide dynamic range and ideal linearity, it enjoys the high accuracy and reliability with compact size, which is easy to be integrated into the systems, it has been widely selected by buoy applications.

Product Advantages

Why Selecting ECB300 Accurate Digital Compass?

ECB200 Accurate Precision Digital Electronic Compass Sensor Module is designed and produced by SkyMEMS, it enjoys high performance and accuracy, and high reliability. It is a popular electronic compass sensor in the market, which has the main following advantages:

  1. High Accuracy, High Performance and Powerful Functions

ECB200 Accurate Precision Digital Electronic Compass Sensor Module from China factory is designed and produced by SkyMEMS, it enjoys excellent technical advantages: – Heading Accuracy: 0.3° RMS (25°C, Tilt Angle<30°) – Pitch and Roll Accuracy: ±0.1° (25°C, Full Range) – Hard/Soft Magnetic Compensation, Tilt Compensation – Support User Calibration – Wide Power Supply: 5~24V±0.3VDC – Interface: RS232 (default), or RS485 / LV-TTL (optional) – Wide Working Temperature: -40~+85°C – Small Size: 33*27*10mm ECB300 accurate digital compass adopts big brand components, advanced production craft, fully calibrated, advanced SkyMEMS algorithm, which assured that our products have real actual precise and perfect performance.

  1. Aerospace Level Reliability, 12-step Strictest Quality Control

We have advanced product test team and measurement equipment, and we cherish the quality as the life of the company, all our products must pass the strictest quality control procedures, our unique 12-step quality control assures our products enjoy top level quality.

  1. Competitive Price, ODM supported

With strict cost control and massive production, we can provide the most competitive cost-effective prices, and we have abundant ODM service experience for customers around the world, that is why we can build up long term win-win cooperation with our customers.

  1. Successful Applications in 10+ Fields, 1000+ Customers are Using

We are continuously focusing on MEMS measurement & control technologies, and have developed the most advanced and reliable 3D electronic compass sensor ECB300. and ECB300 has been widely used in laser rangefinders, antenna positioning, buoy, unmanned systems and marine navigation fields, etc. and now more than 1000 customers are using our electronic compass  around the world.

  1. World-class Production Line, Fast Delivery

We have the world class production line to assure that the production procedures are scientific, precise and normative, which also can assure our products to be fast delivered.

  1. Service with Heart, Professional Technical Support

We have the professional technical support engineer team, which can provide 24-hour technical support and excellent after-sale service. Serving customers with heart is the principle of SkyMEMS, Customer demand  is the fundamental driving force of our development. We treat our customers with heart, customers’ satisfaction is the direction and target of SkyMEMS. Through continuously technology innovation and service upgrading, we will realize win-win cooperation with customers.

FAQ

Q: when there are any types of magnetic forces e.g. metal objects, electronics, motors etc. the electronic magnetic compass performance is typically not very good. Do your electronic compasses have the ability to work in this type of environment?

A: for your concerned about electronic compass used in the magnetic interference, this is actually a normal phenomenon for electronic compass, cause these electronic compasses are made of magnetometer sensors, which will be influenced by the surrounding magnetic field to solve this problem, we usually suggest our customer to adopt anti-interference electronic compass (like our EC2000 electronic compass, or select ECB300 with anti-interference casing), and install the electronic compass at least 20~30cm away from the magnetic forces e.g. metal objects, electronics, motors etc. (for motors, it is better 40cm away) and at the same time, the second magnetic calibration should be executed after the ECB300 is installed, which can compensate the magnetic interference. cause the magnetic interference is very complicated, it depends on many aspects: such as installation position, second calibration but we are very confident to say that our ECB200 Accurate Precision Digital Electronic Compass Sensor Module manufacturer performs better performance, it has been qualified by Chinese military and hundreds of customers around the world. It enjoys high anti-interference, better performance.

Q: Is the 0.3° heading precision constant or does it have regular spike ( derivation ) and if yes, what is the actual value of these spikes?

A: for ECB300 accuracy, 0.3° RMS 25°C, tilt angle<30°, this accuracy doesn’t have regular spike, it is less than 0.3°

Q: What is the require calibration sequence after each boot?

A: cause the magnetic interference of the application environment is different, so installing the ECB300 electronic compass module, it needs to do the user calibration for the first time, and ECB200 China Accurate Precision Digital Electronic Compass Sensor Module from manufacturer supports local calibration, the calibration method please refers to the manual of user calibration.

Q: What is the protocol used to communicate with the system?

A: ECB300 supports RS232 or RS485 communication interface, if you want to use LV-TTL interface, we recommend u to use our ECB100 or ECB200.

Q: If we wanted to perform the user calibration through a microcontroller (in an embedded system housed inside our autonomous mini robot) so that we don’t have to connect a PC/laptop to it every time we need to calibrate the compass. So, do you have any software development kit (SDK) or API that can be used to replicate the electronic compass user calibration software in a certain programming language e.g. C/C++ for a microcontroller? That will significantly help us to perform on-site calibration on the robot without having to connect a PC externally to it.?

A: For your system, you can send the commands to do the self-calibration, you can let your system to do the calibration through sending commands, about the method please contact with us, we will provide the details. And we also can provide the dynamic database, dll, which can be used in win10, 64bit OS system. Which is really convenient for your applications.

Q: What is the main difference between ECB300 and ECB200?

A: ECB200 and ECB300 adopt the same chips and same accuracy, ECB300’s interface can be RS232 (default), or RS485, and ECB200’s interface adopts LV-TTL, both are board-based, and small size, and easy to be integrated into your system, ECB200 is a little smaller, and ECB200 is a little cheaper than that of ECB300.

Q: How about the delivery time?

A: for our standard model, if we have them in stock, only need 2~3days to re-test before shipping, if it is out of stock, then need around 2 weeks to arrange the production and tests. For the ODM electronic product, if needing to modify the structure, it will need around 3~4 weeks to arrange the production and tests.

Q: How to arrange the payment?

A: about the payment, please pay to our company account, the beneficiary’s name: NANJING SKY MEMS TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.  And our email is only @skymems.com to contact with u formally. To notice this to avoid the loss.

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