Adafruit Triple-axis Accelerometer+Magnetometer (Compass) Board - LSM303

This triple-axis accelerometer/magnetometer compass module is a precise tool for determining direction and orientation. It includes a 3-axis accelerometer that detects gravitational direction and a magnetometer to identify magnetic north. When combined, these sensors help orient your projects effortlessly.

Based on the LSM303DLHC sensor, this module communicates via I2C for straightforward integration. Designed to be 5V-safe, it works seamlessly with both 3V and 5V microcontrollers. Connect the module by attaching VCC to the power source and ground to ground, and retrieve data from the I2C clock and data pins.

For Arduino users, a dedicated library simplifies setup and use. Connect the SCL pin to the I2C clock pin and the SDA pin to the I2C data pin, then upload the test program. This module streamlines collecting accelerometer and magnetic field data, making it an ideal choice for compass and orientation projects.