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Generic GY-273 QMC5883L 3-Axis Magnetic Field Sensor Module - I2C Interface

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The GY-273 is a breakout module for the Honeywell QMC5883L 3-axis magnetometer IC, providing digital magnetic field sensing via I2C interface for Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32, and other microcontroller platforms. It delivers high-resolution heading data for compassing and magnetometry applications.

Features

  • Honeywell QMC5883L 3-Axis AMR Magnetometer IC
  • High 1° to 2° Compass Heading Accuracy
  • I2C Digital Interface for Simple Microcontroller Integration
  • Wide Magnetic Field Range: ±8 Gauss
  • Compact GY-273 Module Form Factor with Onboard Voltage Regulation

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Description

The GY-273 module integrates the Honeywell QMC5883L, a high-performance Anisotropic Magnetoresistive (AMR) sensor designed for precise measurement of Earth’s magnetic field. The sensor’s solid-state construction ensures low cross-axis sensitivity and high linearity, enabling accurate determination of both magnetic field direction and magnitude from milli-gauss levels up to 8 Gauss.

Onboard signal conditioning includes amplification, automatic degaussing drivers, offset cancellation, and a 12-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC), outputting digital data via a standard I2C serial bus. This integrated design simplifies system integration, requiring minimal external components to achieve a stable, calibrated magnetic heading solution suitable for navigation and orientation systems.

Key Features

  • Core Honeywell QMC5883L Anisotropic Magnetoresistive (AMR) Sensor
  • Integrated 12-bit ADC for High-Resolution Digital Output
  • I2C Serial Communication Interface with Configurable Address
  • Wide Operating Voltage Range: 3.0V to 5.0V DC
  • High Data Output Rate up to 160 Hz
  • Robust Operating Temperature Range: -25°C to +85°C
  • Compact PCB Design (19mm x 14mm) with Standard 0.1" Pin Headers
  • Optimized for Low-Cost Compassing and Magnetometry Applications

Applications

  • Electronic Compass and Navigation Systems for Robotics & Drones
  • Position and Heading Reference Systems (AHRS) in IoT Devices
  • Magnetic Field Mapping and Anomaly Detection for Industrial Sensing
  • Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) Orientation Tracking
  • Consumer Electronics Screen Rotation and Gesture Detection

Technical Specifications

Sensor ICHoneywell QMC5883L
Module ModelGY-273
Sensing Principle3-Axis Anisotropic Magnetoresistive (AMR)
Magnetic Field Range±8 Gauss
Heading Accuracy1° to 2°
InterfaceI2C
ADC Resolution12-bit
Maximum Data Rate160 Hz
Operating Voltage3.0V to 5.0V DC
Operating Temperature-25°C to +85°C
Dimensions (L x W)19 mm x 14 mm
Weight1 g

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the operating voltage range for the GY-273 QMC5883L module?

The module operates from 3.0V to 5.0V DC. It includes onboard voltage regulation, making it compatible with both 3.3V and 5V microcontroller logic levels like Arduino, ESP32, and Raspberry Pi without requiring an external logic level shifter.

How do I connect and communicate with this sensor using I2C?

Connect the module's VCC, GND, SDA, and SCL pins to your microcontroller's corresponding I2C bus pins. The QMC5883L has a default I2C address (typically 0x0D). Use standard I2C library functions to read the magnetic field data registers for X, Y, and Z axes.

What is the typical heading accuracy I can expect from this sensor?

With proper calibration to compensate for hard and soft iron distortions in your specific environment, the QMC5883L can achieve a compass heading accuracy of 1 to 2 degrees. Accuracy is highly dependent on minimizing local magnetic interference from motors, batteries, and metal enclosures.

Can this sensor measure strong magnetic fields from magnets?

Yes, the QMC5883L has a full-scale range of ±8 Gauss (≈ 800 µT). It can measure fields from weak Earth's magnetism (~0.5 Gauss) up to stronger permanent magnets, provided the field strength does not exceed the ±8G limit to avoid sensor saturation.

Package Includes

  • 1x GY-273 QMC5883L Magnetometer Module

Additional Information

Weight 0.001 kg
Dimensions 1.9 × 1.4 cm