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STMicroelectronics LSM303DLHC — Sensors & Transducers

STMicroelectronics LSM303DLHC 6-Axis Accelerometer

MPNLSM303DLHC
Obsolete

STMicroelectronics LSM303DLHC 6-axis accelerometer and magnetometer, I²C output, 14-VFLGA package, surface mount, tray, -40 to 85°C.

$5.0400Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
Independent supplier — new & surplus stockAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Jul 2026

Specifications

LSM303DLHC specifications
ParameterValue
Output typeI²C
Sensor typeAccelerometer, Magnetometer, 6 Axis
MountingSurface Mount
Operating temperature-40°C~85°C(TA)
PackageTray
Case14-VFLGA

Product details

The LSM303DLHC: No pin-compatible drop-in replacement from STMicroelectronics is documented, so a board spin may be required for a new-design alternative.

The LSM303DLHC integrates a 3-axis accelerometer and a 3-axis magnetometer on a single die, communicating over a standard I²C bus — one address byte for the accelerometer, a second for the magnetometer, both on the same two-wire interface. Rated for -40 to 85°C ambient, the sensor covers industrial and outdoor applications — an enclosure that sees direct sun on a summer day stays within this band, but engine-bay or downhole use would exceed it. The 14-VFLGA package (3x5 mm) is hand-solderable with a fine-tip iron and flux — the exposed pad on the bottom needs a thermal via under it to pull heat away from the die during reflow or manual soldering.

Supplied in a tray rather than tape-and-reel — the tray holds the parts in a grid, so pick-and-place machines need a tray feeder or a manual transfer to tape for high-volume lines.

Frequently asked questions

What is the LSM303DLHC's output interface?

I²C — the accelerometer and magnetometer each have their own I²C address on the same two-wire bus, so a single microcontroller port reads both sensors without an extra multiplexer.

Can I hand-solder the LSM303DLHC?

Yes — the 14-VFLGA package has a 0.5 mm pitch on the outer pads and a large exposed pad underneath. A fine-tip iron with flux works; pre-tin the board pads, align the part, and reflow the outer pins. The exposed pad needs a thermal via to the ground plane to prevent the die from overheating during soldering.

What temperature range does the LSM303DLHC cover?

-40 to 85°C ambient — this is the industrial temperature grade. It suits outdoor enclosures, HVAC sensors, and robotics that don't see engine-bay heat.