High performance embeddable IMU/VRU featuring fully calibrated and temperature compensated triaxial accelerometer, and gyroscope.
Ideal for applications including stabilization, mobile robots, antenna pointing, and usage monitoring. Provides the same great performance as our 3DM-GX5-AR in an embeddable package for optimal value.
CNC Anodized Aluminum
Inertial Sensor Utils Software - Manual | Manual | English |
3DM-CX5-AR - User Manual | Manual | English |
3DM-CX5-AR - Data Communications Protocol Manual | Manual | English |
3DM-CX5-AR Data Sheet | Manual | English |
3DM-GX5/CX5/CV5 Firmware Changelog - - Technical Note | Tech Notes | English |
Micro D-to-USB Communication and Power Cable | Accessory Guide | English |
Micro-D to RS232 Communication and Power Cable | Accessory Guide | English |
Craft Cable with Micro DB9 and Flying Leads | Accessory Guide | English |
When to Use Capture Gyro Bias - Technical Note | Instructions For Use | English |
Using Hardware Datalogger with Inertial Sensors | Instructions For Use | English |
C-Series Connectivity Board Interface Control Document | Mounting Instructions | English |
Certificates and Approvals
3DM-CX5 and 3DM-CV5 Declaration of Conformity (EU) | Declaration of Conformity | English |
3DM-CX5 and 3DM-CV5 Declaration of Conformity (UK) | Declaration of Conformity | English |
MicroStrain REACH-SVHC Compliance Declaration | Declaration of Conformity | English |
3DM-CX5 CAD Model | CAD Step Files |
3DM-GX5/CX5/CV5 Inertial Sensor Firmware | Firmware |
Performance Grade | High Performance Grade |
Random Walk | Accel: 20 µg/√Hz, Gyro: 0.3 °/√hr |
Bias Instability (Gyroscope) | 8 °/hr |
Bias Instability (Accelerometer) | 40 μg |
Hysteresis | Accel bias: 4.8 mg, Accel gain: 300 PPM, Gyro bias: 0.12 °/s, Gyro gain: 300 PPM |
Communication Port Type | Samtec FTSH series |
Communication Interface | TTL serial, USB |
Update Rate | IMU: 1000 Hz, EKF: 500 Hz |
Inputs/Outputs | 3xGPIO |
Weight | 12 g |
Weight | 0.423 oz |
Size | 36.0 mm x 36.6 mm x 11 mm |
Size | 1.42 in x 1.44 in x 0.43 in |
Power Consumption | 0.5 W |
Input Voltage | 3.2 V to 5.2 V |
Minimum Operating Temperature | -40 °C |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 85 °C |
Minimum Operating Temperature | -40 °F |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 185 °F |
MTBF | 400094 h |
Sensing Range (Accelerometer) | 2 g, 20 g, 8 g, 4 g |
Sensing Range (Gyroscope) | 300 °/s, 900 °/s, 150 °/s |
Sensing Range (Pressure) | 1260 mbar |
Accuracy | Roll/Pitch (static): 0.25 ° |
Ingress Protection Rating | Not Rated |
Housing Material | Aluminum |
Software | MSCL, ROS, SensorConnect |
Mounting Style | Embeddable, Screw Down, Precision Alignment |
Performance Grade | High Performance Grade |
Random Walk | Accel: 20 µg/√Hz, Gyro: 0.3 °/√hr |
Bias Instability (Gyroscope) | 8 °/hr |
Bias Instability (Accelerometer) | 40 μg |
Hysteresis | Accel bias: 4.8 mg, Accel gain: 300 PPM, Gyro bias: 0.12 °/s, Gyro gain: 300 PPM |
Communication Port Type | Samtec FTSH series |
Communication Interface | TTL serial, USB |
Update Rate | IMU: 1000 Hz, EKF: 500 Hz |
Inputs/Outputs | 3xGPIO |
Weight | 12 g |
Weight | 0.423 oz |
Size | 36.0 mm x 36.6 mm x 11 mm |
Size | 1.42 in x 1.44 in x 0.43 in |
Power Consumption | 0.5 W |
Input Voltage | 3.2 V to 5.2 V |
Minimum Operating Temperature | -40 °C |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 85 °C |
Minimum Operating Temperature | -40 °F |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 185 °F |
MTBF | 400094 h |
Sensing Range (Accelerometer) | 2 g, 20 g, 8 g, 4 g |
Sensing Range (Gyroscope) | 300 °/s, 900 °/s, 150 °/s |
Sensing Range (Pressure) | 1260 mbar |
Accuracy | Roll/Pitch (static): 0.25 ° |
Ingress Protection Rating | Not Rated |
Housing Material | Aluminum |
Software | MSCL, ROS, SensorConnect |
Mounting Style | Embeddable, Screw Down, Precision Alignment |
List of accessories available for all variants of this family
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DEVELOPMENT KIT, RS232 |
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DEVELOPMENT KIT,USB,INERTIAL C-- SERIES |
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OEM CABLE KIT FOR INERTIAL SENSORS |