STMicroelectronics LIS2DH12 3-Axis Digital Accelerometer, ±2/4/8/16g, I²C/SPI, Low Power MEMS Sensor
The STMicroelectronics LIS2DH12 is a 3-axis digital MEMS accelerometer offering selectable full-scale ranges from ±2g to ±16g. It communicates via I²C or SPI digital interfaces, operates from 1.71V to 3.6V, and is engineered for ultra-low-power applications in wearables, IoT, and industrial monitoring systems compatible with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32, and STM32 platforms.
Features
- 3-axis digital MEMS accelerometer with selectable ±2g, ±4g, ±8g, and ±16g full-scale ranges.
- Dual digital interface support for I²C (up to 400 kHz) and SPI (4-wire) communication protocols.
- Ultra-low power operation down to 2 µA in low-power mode, ideal for battery-powered devices.
- Wide operating voltage range from 1.71V to 3.6V, compatible with 1.8V and 3.3V logic systems.
- Integrated motion detection functions including free-fall, wake-up, and 6D/4D orientation recognition.
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The LIS2DH12 is a high-performance, low-power MEMS accelerometer utilizing a capacitive sensing element to measure static acceleration (gravity) and dynamic motion across three axes. Its internal signal conditioning chain includes a low-noise analog front-end, a 16-bit ADC, and digital filtering, providing stable and precise digital output data. The device is designed for robust operation in consumer and industrial environments.
Engineered for system efficiency, it features multiple programmable operating modes and data rates to balance power consumption and performance. The integrated FIFO buffer and interrupt generators for motion detection, tap recognition, and activity/inactivity monitoring reduce host microcontroller load. Its monolithic construction and SMD LGA package ensure reliable performance in compact, space-constrained PCB layouts typical of modern portable electronics and embedded sensor nodes.
Additional Information
| Weight | 0.005 kg |
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| Dimensions | 2 × 2 × 2 cm |













