ST LPS331AP MEMS pressure sensor: 260-1260 mbar absolute digital output barometer handbook

The LPS331AP is an ultra-compact absolute piezoresistive pressure sensor with a 260 to 1260 mbar absolute pressure range, 0.020 mbar RMS in high-resolution mode, low power consumption of 5.5 µA in low-resolution mode and 30 µA in high-resolution mode, and a high overpressure capability of 20x full scale. It also features embedded temperature compensation, an embedded 24-bit ADC, selectable ODR from 1 Hz to 25 Hz, SPI and I2C interfaces, a supply voltage of 1.71 to 3.6 V, high shock survivability of 10,000 g, a small and thin package, and ECOPACK® lead-free compliance.


ST LPS331AP MEMS pressure sensor: 260-1260 mbar absolute digital output barometer handbook - cover page
Brand
STMicroelectronics
Category
sensor
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
36
File format
PDF
File size
442 KB
Published
10 August, 2012
Updated
28 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
00948CEC8D15DCB539B17E727C29BAF6

About this manual

The LPS331AP is an ultra-compact absolute piezoresistive pressure sensor manufactured by STMicroelectronics. It utilizes a proprietary VENSENS process to create a mono-silicon sensing element within a small HCLGA package. The device includes an embedded 24-bit ADC and temperature compensation, providing a digital signal via SPI or I2C interfaces.

What's inside

  • Block diagram and pin description
  • Mechanical and electrical specifications
  • Functionality
  • Application hints
  • Digital interfaces
  • Register mapping
  • Package mechanical section

Specifications

Operating pressure range260 to 1260 mbar
High-resolution mode current30 µA
Supply voltage1.71 to 3.6 V
Operating temperature range-40 to +85 °C
Package dimensions3 x 3 x 1 mm
InterfacesSPI and I2C

Frequently asked questions

What is the pressure range of the LPS331AP?

The sensor supports an absolute pressure range from 260 to 1260 mbar.

Which communication interfaces does the LPS331AP support?

The device features both SPI and I2C interfaces for digital output.

What is the supply voltage range?

The device operates with a supply voltage between 1.71 V and 3.6 V.

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