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Q: Should I use LSM6DSMTR for a new drone design?
A: For extreme cost optimization where every cent matters, the LSM6DSMTR provides the lowest BOM cost in the LSM6DS family. However, for new designs consider the LSM6DSLTR (lower power, 0.40 mA, better noise at 4.0 mdps/√Hz) for a small cost increase, or the LSM6DS3TR-C (significantly better nois
Q: Is the 5.0 mdps/√Hz noise floor acceptable for Betaflight?
A: Yes, for most flying styles at 2–4 kHz gyro loops. The 5.0 mdps/√Hz noise floor requires slightly more aggressive low-pass filtering than premium IMUs (3.5–3.8 mdps/√Hz), resulting in marginally softer stick response. For competitive racing where every millisecond of response
The LSM6DSMTR is STMicroelectronics' entry-level 6-axis IMU designed for cost-sensitive drone and IoT applications where BOM optimization is critical. With 5.0 mdps/√Hz gyro noise, 90 µg/√Hz accel noise, 4 KB FIFO, and 0.65 mA combo-mode current, it provides solid IMU performance for GPS-assisted navigation, stable hovering, and basic acro flight at the most accessible price point in the LSM6DS family. While superseded by the LSM6DSL (lower power) and LSM6DS3 (better noise) for new designs, the LSM6DSMTR remains actively sourced for legacy drone FC products, cost-optimized consumer drones, and educational platforms where proven reliability and lowest BOM cost are the primary design criteria. The LSM6DSMTR serves as the budget IMU workhorse : (1) entry-level Betafligh
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | STMicroelectronics |
| Part Number | LSM6DSMTR |
| Type | 6-Axis IMU: Accel + Gyro |
| Accel Range | ±2/4/8/16 g |
| Gyro Range | ±125/250/500/1000/2000 dps |
| Accel ODR | 1.6 Hz – 6.66 kHz |
| Gyro ODR | 12.5 Hz – 6.66 kHz |
| Gyro Noise | 5.0 mdps/√Hz |
| Accel Noise | 90 µg/√Hz |
| FIFO | 4 KB |
| Interface | I²C (400 kHz) / SPI (10 MHz) |
| Current | 0.65 mA (combo HP) |
| Supply | 1.71V – 3.6V |
| Package | LGA-14L (2.5×3×0.83 mm) |
| Temperature | −40°C to +85°C |
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