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NXP Semiconductors MMA8451QR1 QFN-16 3-Axis Accelerometer Sensor

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The NXP Semiconductors MMA8451QR1 is a low-power, 3-axis MEMS accelerometer with 14-bit resolution, featuring an I2C digital interface for easy integration with microcontrollers like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and ESP32. It includes configurable interrupt pins and embedded motion detection functions for efficient, event-driven operation.

Features

  • 14-bit resolution 3-axis capacitive MEMS accelerometer
  • Low-power operation with 1.95V to 3.6V supply voltage
  • Standard I2C digital interface for simple system integration
  • Two configurable interrupt pins for seven interrupt sources
  • Embedded functions for orientation, motion, and jolt detection

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Description

The MMA8451Q is a smart, low-power, three-axis capacitive MEMS accelerometer offering 14-bit resolution. It features flexible user-programmable options and configurable interrupt pins, enabling event-driven operation that minimizes host processor polling and reduces overall system power consumption. The device provides access to both low-pass and high-pass filtered data, which simplifies algorithms for jolt detection and rapid transition analysis.

Embedded interrupt functions allow the sensor to monitor specific motion events while remaining in a low-power sleep mode during periods of inactivity, making it ideal for battery-powered applications. The accelerometer is housed in a compact QFN-16 package and is designed for reliable performance in consumer electronics, industrial monitoring, and IoT devices.

Key Features

  • High-resolution 14-bit digital output for precise acceleration measurement.
  • Wide operating voltage range (1.95V to 3.6V) compatible with 3.3V logic systems.
  • Configurable embedded functions for portrait/landscape orientation detection with hysteresis.
  • Real-time high-pass filtered data output minimizes processing for transient detection.
  • Two interrupt pins support seven independent interrupt sources for efficient event handling.
  • FIFO buffer enables data storage to reduce host processor communication overhead.
  • Low-power design with programmable data rates and auto-wake/sleep functions.
  • Compact QFN-16 (3x3 mm) package for space-constrained PCB designs.

Applications

  • Screen orientation and gesture recognition in portable consumer electronics.
  • Motion-activated wake-up and impact detection in IoT sensor nodes.
  • Vibration monitoring and tilt sensing in industrial equipment.
  • Activity tracking and step counting in wearable fitness devices.
  • Input control and gaming interface for human-machine interaction.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer Part NumberMMA8451QR1
Item TypeAccelerometer
Sensing Axes3-Axis (X, Y, Z)
TechnologyCapacitive MEMS
Resolution14-bit
Supply Voltage1.95V ~ 3.6V
Digital InterfaceI2C
Interrupt Pins2 (Configurable)
Embedded FunctionsOrientation, Motion, Freefall, Jolt Detection
Data OutputLow-pass & High-pass Filtered
Package TypeQFN-16
Package Dimensions3 x 3 mm
CertificationRoHS Compliant

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the operating voltage range for the MMA8451QR1?

The MMA8451QR1 operates from 1.95V to 3.6V DC, making it directly compatible with standard 3.3V microcontroller logic levels commonly found on platforms like Arduino, ESP32, and Raspberry Pi. It is not rated for 5V operation.

How do I communicate with this accelerometer?

Communication is via a standard I2C digital interface. The sensor acts as a slave device on the I2C bus, requiring connection of the SDA and SCL lines. The host microcontroller can read acceleration data and configure the sensor's embedded functions through this two-wire protocol.

What are the main uses of the two interrupt pins?

The two configurable interrupt pins can be mapped to any of seven interrupt sources, such as data ready, motion detection, freefall, or orientation change. This allows for event-driven programming, where the host processor can sleep until a specific motion event occurs, significantly reducing system power consumption.

Does this sensor require external signal conditioning?

No, the MMA8451QR1 is a fully integrated digital accelerometer. It includes on-chip signal conditioning, analog-to-digital conversion, and digital filtering. The output is a ready-to-use 14-bit digital value for each axis, requiring no external op-amps or ADCs.

Package Includes

  • 1 x MMA8451QR1 Accelerometer IC (QFN-16 package)

Additional Information

Weight 0.035 kg
Dimensions 9 × 12 × 2 cm