• IIM-20670 platform, a robust, highly stable 6-axis IMU with extended temperature range and high VRE performance
• IIM-20670 is part of a family of 3-axis accelerometers and a 6-axis MEMS IMU supplementing the SmartIndustrial™ product line

June 21, 2023

TDK Corporation (TSE:6762) announces the expansion of the InvenSense SmartIndustrial™ sensor platform family with the introduction of the IIM-20670. The IIM-20670 features a robust monolithic 6-axis IMU, 3-axis accelerometer and 3-axis gyroscope, with proven shock robustness and capability to simultaneously measure all the six axes with a current consumption below 10 mA under all operating conditions. With its support for extended temperature range of -40 to 105Co, this new 6-axis IMU targets industrial applications that requires extreme stability over temperature and great vibration immunity.

The IIM-20670 calibrated over multiple temperature points and available in a compact QFN 4.5 x 4.5 x 1.1 mm3 form with wettable flanks that simplify inspection at the end of the assembly line. It also features programmable digital filters and a 10 MHz SPI interface where data integrity can be assessed by a CRC-based error-detecting code algorithm. The IIM-20670 contains an accelerometer thermal stability of 45 ug/C, an accelerometer bias repeatability of 1mg and a programmable output of 64G alongside with a tilt algorithm that outputs pitch and roll data over the full temperature range. These specifications allow the IIM-20670 to provide one of the most stable 6-axis tilt outputs in the industry making it ideal for applications that need robust, fast, and accurate tilt or stabilization performance such as 5G platform, Industrial tilt modules, industrial/agricultural drones, etc.

This new thermal stable IMU for industrial applications delivers:

• Precise measurements enabled by highly stable IMU
• Support for extended temperature range (-40° to 105°C)
• 64g accelerometer output
• Best in class accelerometer bias offset & repeatability
• Strong vibration rectification performance
• A comprehensive development and evaluation platform along with necessary software to enable quick-to-market development of customer systems

“With the introduction of this new thermally stable product, calibrated over temperature, TDK is helping the industrial market segments in need of best-in-class stability output,” said Camilo Delgado, Director of Industrial Marketing at InvenSense, a TDK group company. “The new IIM-20670 continues the SmartIndustrial platform to enable our customers and partners ground-breaking family of products that improve end user experience with a broad choice of performance and costs.”

TDK’s IIM-20670 platform is available now for evaluation and available through distribution partners worldwide by end of July 2023. For more information or to request a sample, please visit https://invensense.tdk.com/smartindustrial/ or contact InvenSense Sales at inv.sales.us@tdk.com.

TDK will be demonstrating the IIM-20670 six axis IMU at the upcoming Sensors Converge 2023, booth #992 at the Santa Clara Convention Center, June 20-23, 2023. TDK will present a full range of sensor system solutions targeted for applications across automotive, consumer, health, industrial, machine learning, robotics, and more across multiple TDK product brands: InvenSense, Micronas, Qeexo, and Trusted Positioning. More information on TDK technologies and solutions can be found at www.tdk.com

Glossary

• MEMS: Micro Electrical Mechanical Systems
• IoT: Internet of Things
• 6-Axis: 3-Axis Gyroscope + 3-Axis Accelerometer
• IMU: Inertial Measurement Unit

Main applications

• Navigation
• Platform stabilization
• Shock monitoring systems
• Robotics
• Tilt sensing

Main features and benefits

• 10-year longevity
• Best in class vibration rejection
• 64g programmable output
• Accelerometer thermal stability of 45 ug/°C
• Accelerometer bias repeatability of 1mg
• Gyroscope thermal stability of 1.7 mdps/°C
• CRC-based error-detecting code algorithm
• Operating temperature range of -40 to 105°C

About TDK Corporation

TDK Corporation is a world leader in electronic solutions for the smart society based in Tokyo, Japan. Built on a foundation of material sciences mastery, TDK welcomes societal transformation by resolutely remaining at the forefront of technological evolution and deliberately “Attracting Tomorrow.” It was established in 1935 to commercialize ferrite, a key material in electronic and magnetic products. TDK’s comprehensive, innovation-driven portfolio features passive components such as ceramic, aluminum electrolytic and film capacitors, as well as magnetics, high-frequency, and piezo and protection devices. The product spectrum also includes sensors and sensor systems such as temperature and pressure, magnetic, and MEMS sensors. In addition, TDK provides power supplies and energy devices, magnetic heads and more. These products are marketed under the product brands TDK, EPCOS, InvenSense, Micronas, Tronics and TDK-Lambda. TDK focuses on demanding markets in automotive, industrial and consumer electronics, and information and communication technology. The company has a network of design and manufacturing locations and sales offices in Asia, Europe, and in North and South America. In fiscal 2023, TDK posted total sales of USD 16.1 billion and employed about 103,000 people worldwide.

About InvenSense

InvenSense, a TDK Group company, is a world-leading provider of SmartSensing platforms targeting the consumer electronics and industrial areas with integrated Motion, Sound, Pressure, and Ultrasonic solutions. InvenSense’s solutions combine MEMS (micro electrical mechanical systems) sensors, such as accelerometers, gyroscopes, compasses, microphones, barometric pressure sensors, and ultrasonic time-of-flight sensors with proprietary algorithms and firmware that intelligently process, synthesize, and calibrate the output of sensors, maximizing performance and accuracy. InvenSense’s motion tracking, ultrasonic, audio, fingerprint, location platforms and services can be found in Mobile, Wearables, Smart Home, Industrial, Automotive, IoT, Robotics, and many more types of products. InvenSense became part of the MEMS Sensors Business Group within the Sensor Systems Business Company of TDK Corporation in 2017. InvenSense is headquartered in San Jose, California and has offices worldwide.

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