Parallax Altimeter Module MS5607

The Altimeter Module is a high resolution (20 cm) electronic altimeter sensor. It will give extremely accurate altitude, pressure, and temperature readings.

The module includes a high-linearity barometric pressure sensor and a high-resolution temperature output, allowing implementation of an altimeter/thermometer without any additional sensors. Different operation modes allow the user to optimize for conversion speed or current consumption. The module is designed for use with a large variety of microcontrollers with different voltage requirements. This module is well-suited for high-altitude ballooning and has been used with great success in that role.

Features:

• 24-bit pressure and temperature values
• Wide pressure range
• Successfully tested at 120,000 feet

Application Ideas:

• Mobile altimeter / barometer systems
• Rate of Climb and Descent Indicator (RCDI)
• High altitude balloons
• Height sensing
• Navigation
• Weather station
• Altitude hold for UAVs
• IMU builds

Details:

• Pressure range of 10 1200 mbar
• Thermometer of -40 to +85 C with <.01 C resolution
• Power Requirements: 3.3 to 6.5 VDC
• Current Consumption: ~1.74 mA @ 3.3 VDC
• Communication Interface: I2C (up to 400 kHz) or SPI (20 MHz)
• Dimensions: 0.85 X 0.80 in (2.16 X 2.03 cm)
• Operating temperature: -40 to +185 F (-40 to +85 C)
• PCB assembled, tested, and completed in Rocklin, California