LSM6DS3TR-C

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LSM6DS3TR-C
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FAQ

Q: What does the "C" in LSM6DS3TR-C mean?
A: The C revision (LSM6DS3TR-C) introduces several enhancements over the original LSM6DS3: improved gyroscope zero-rate stability (reduced drift over temperature), lower power consumption in combo mode, and MIPI I3C interface support. The C revision is recommended for new drone FC designs. The original

Q: How does the LSM6DS3TR-C compare to the MPU-6000 for drones?
A: The LSM6DS3TR-C significantly outperforms the legacy MPU-6000: 3.8 vs 5.0 mdps/√Hz gyro noise, 6.66 kHz vs 1 kHz max ODR, 8 KB vs 1 KB FIFO, and 0.45 mA vs 5.0 mA operating current. The MPU-6000 maintains a niche due to its SPI-only interface (deterministic timing) but the LSM6DS3TR-C outperfo

Q: Can I run two LSM6DS3TR-C on the same I²C bus for dual IMU?
A: Yes. The SDO/SA0 pin selects between I²C addresses 0x6A (SA0=GND) and 0x6B (SA0=VDD). This enables two LSM6DS3TR-C sensors on a single I²C bus for dual-redundant IMU configurations — a common setup in safety-critical drone autopilots requiring hardware-level sensor diversity.

1. Product Overview

The LSM6DS3TR-C is STMicroelectronics' high-performance 6-axis MEMS IMU integrating a 3-axis accelerometer and 3-axis gyroscope in a single LGA-14L (2.5×3×0.83 mm) package. It is one of the most widely adopted IMUs in the drone flight controller ecosystem, serving as the primary attitude and inertial measurement sensor for Betaflight, iNav, and ArduPilot platforms. With a gyroscope noise density of just 3.8 mdps/√Hz , an accelerometer noise floor of 90 µg/√Hz , and a massive 8 KB FIFO , it supports IMU update rates up to 6.66 kHz for high-speed PID control loops and advanced sensor fusion algorithms. The gyroscope full-scale range extends to ±2000 dps ensuring clean rate data even during the most aggressive FPV racing and freestyle maneuvers, while

2. Key Features

  • 3.8 mdps/√Hz Gyro Noise — Clean Angular Rate for High-Speed PID Loops
  • 8 KB FIFO — Batch Sensor Reads for Reduced Bus Traffic
  • ±2000 dps Gyro Full Scale — Never Saturate During Extreme Maneuvers
  • 90 µg/√Hz Accel Noise — Precision Tilt Estimation for Hovering
  • FSM + Machine Learning Core — On-Chip Motion Classification
  • Low Power: 0.45 mA Combo Mode — Efficient for Battery Drones

3. Technical Specifications

ParameterValue
ManufacturerSTMicroelectronics
Part NumberLSM6DS3TR-C
Sensor Type6-Axis IMU: 3-axis Accelerometer + 3-axis Gyroscope (Digital)
Accel Full Scale±2 / ±4 / ±8 / ±16 g
Gyro Full Scale±125 / ±250 / ±500 / ±1000 / ±2000 dps
Accel ODR1.6 Hz – 6.66 kHz
Gyro ODR12.5 Hz – 6.66 kHz
Gyro Noise Density3.8 mdps/√Hz (typical)
Accel Noise Density90 µg/√Hz (typical)
InterfaceI²C (1 MHz Fast Mode+) / SPI (10 MHz) / MIPI I3C
FIFO8 KB flexible FIFO
Operating Current0.45 mA (combo HP mode, gyro+accel @ 1.6 kHz)
Supply Voltage1.71V – 3.6V
PackageLGA-14L (2.5×3×0.83 mm)
Temperature−40°C to +85°C
Embedded FeaturesFIFO, temperature sensor, self-test, pedometer, tilt, free-fall, 6D orientation, FSM

4. Applications

  • Betaflight F4/F7 Flight Controllers — Primary IMU for 4–8 kHz Gyro Loops
  • iNav GPS-Assisted Navigation Platforms
  • ArduPilot Dual/Triple IMU Redundancy
  • FPV Racing & Freestyle Drones — Maximum Rate Response
  • Nano-Drones & Micro-Quads — Single-Chip 6-DOF Solution

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