Power and Computing Solutions for Harsh Environments
Tilt compensated 3-axis compass module
TCM3
Advantages
- Improved compass heading accuracy: 0.5º
- High resolution compass heading: 0.1º
- High repeatability: 0.05º
- Extra wide tilt range: +/- 80º
- Multiple measurement modes: compass heading, magnetic field and 2-axis tilt
- Calibrated magnetic field measurement range: +/- 80 µT (+/- 0.8 Gauss)
- High resolution magnetic field measurement: 0.05 µT (0.0005 Gauss)
- Extended temperature range: -40º to 85ºC
- Low Power: < 20 mA typical current draw
- Small size: 3.5 x 4.3 x 1.3 cm
Not Recommended for New Designs
Product is not recommended for new designs. This does NOT mean it is obsolete.
Contact sales for replacement information.
With greater accuracy than the TCM 2.6, soft-iron calibration, and extended tilt ranges of up to ± 80°, the TCM 3 is designed to provide high-resolution digital compass heading in almost any environment - and in a cost-effective, low-power package.
The TCM3 combines PNI's patented magneto-inductive sensors with a 3-axis MEMS accelerometer in a single temperature- and noise-stabilized ASIC that's inherently free of offset drift. And using its included hard- and soft-iron correction algorithms, the TCM3 calibrates out most magnetic anomalies for repeatable, high-resolution measurement across a wide range of navigation sensor and tracking applications.
| File | Description | |
| tcm3_spec.pdf | TCM3 Spec Sheet | |
| tcm3_man.pdf | TCM3 Manual |
| Part Number | Description | Status |
| TCM3 | 3 axis compass, tilt comp +/-80`, module only | NRND |
| TCM3-Interface Kit | 3 axis compass, tilt comp +/-80`, module, pigtail cable, manual & eval software | NRND |
| Accessories and Options | ||
| 9-Pin Finished Cable w/ Power Source | Compatible with The Prime, TCM-XB, TCM2.6, TCM3 & TCM5 | |
| 18" Pigtail Cable | Compatible with The Prime, TCM-XB, TCM2.6, TCM3 & TCM5 | |
