General Description
The Honeywell HMC1042L is a high-performance, two-axis magneto-resistive sensor. It is designed for magnetic compass
applications with capability of 0.2 degree accuracy. Stand alone or by adding the companion HMC1041Z sensor, precision
two and three-axis magnetometry or compassing solutions are enabled. Pin compatible with the HMC1052L; this miniature,
low cost solution is easy to assemble for high volume, cost effective OEM designs.
Applications for the HMC1042L include Compassing, Navigation Systems, Magnetometry, and Magnetic Anomaly Detection.
The HMC1042L utilizes Honeywell's Anisotropic Magnetoresistive (AMR) technology that provides advantages over coil based
magnetic sensors. They are extremely sensitive, low field, low hysteresis, solid-state magnetic sensors designed to
measure direction and magnitude of Earth's magnetic fields, from tens of micro-gauss to 6 gauss. Honeywell's Magnetic
Sensors are among the most sensitive and reliable low-field sensors in the industry.
Honeywell continues to maintain product excellence and performance by introducing innovative solid-state magnetic
sensor solutions. These are highly reliable, top performance products that are delivered when promised. Honeywell's
magnetic sensor solutions provide real solutions you can count on.
Features
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Two-Axis Precision Sensors
Miniature Surface Mount Two-Axis Magnetic Sensors (3mm x 3mm QFN)
Low Voltage Operations (1.8V)
Low Cost
Available in Tape & Reel Packaging
Lead Free Package Construction
4-Element Wheatstone Bridge
Wide Magnetic Field Range (+/-6 Oe)
Patented Offset and Set / Reset Straps
Benefit
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Near-Perfect Orthogonality and ±0.2% FS/gauss Cross Axis Performance
Small Size for Low Profile Sensing Applications and Mounting, Compatible with High Speed SMT Assembly
Compatible for Battery Powered Applications
Designed for High Volume, Cost Effective OEM Designs
High Volume OEM Assembly
Complies with Current Environmental Standards
Low Noise Passive Element Design
Sensor Can Be Used in Strong Magnetic Field Environments
Stray Magnetic Field Compensation