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# Dual Axis Digital Compass Module

**Type:** Product page · **SKU:** 017-MB-SM15114 · **Brand:** [Sure Electronics](https://core-electronics.com.au/brands/sure-electronics-australia)
**Page:** https://core-electronics.com.au/dual-axis-digital-compass-module.html ([markdown](https://core-electronics.com.au/dual-axis-digital-compass-module.html.md))

## Retired product

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## Description

This is a low cost digital compass. The working principle is utilizing magneto resistive sensor sensing the Earth's magnetic field component, so as to get an azimuth angle.

**Features:**

- Size: 26.00mm(L) \* 26.00mm(W) \* 11.60mm (H)
- Light weight and high cost-effective
- RS232 and IIC protocol
- Baud rate: 9600bps
- With stabile operation and high accuracy
- Very low operating voltage (3 - 5V DC)
- DC single supply operation
- Continuous output and output when required
- Advanced hard iron calibration
 
 | **Specification** | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Voltage | DC 3V to 5V |
| Current Consumption | 5V 15mA, 3V 8mA |
| Response Frequency | 25Hz |
| Measuring Range | 0 degrees to 360 degrees |
| Resolution | 0.1 degree |
| Measuring Precision | 1 degree |
| Operating Temperature | -20° to 85° |
| Storage Temperature | -40° to 125° |

**Applications:**

- Handheld electronic instrument
- Robot orientation and position
- Navigation system
- Telescope position
- Auto helm rudder
- Antenna position
- Automobile GPS navigation
- Aero model position
 
**Downloads:**

- User Guide

## Images

- [Product image 1](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/catalog/product/t/-/t-249-1.jpg)