1. What is accelerometer ADXL345?
The ADXL345 is a small, thin, ultralow power 3-axis accelerometer capable of measuring up to 16 g with high resolution (13-bit). Digital output data is in 16-bit two's complement format and can be accessed via an SPI (3- or 4-wire) or I2C digital interface.
2. How do you use ADXL345 accelerometer with Arduino?
To connect an ADXL345 with Accelerometer follow the steps mentioned below:
- Connect the ADXl345's GND pin to the Arduino's GND pin.
- Connect the ADXL345's VCC pin to the Arduino's 3.3V pin.
- Connect the ADXL345's SCL pin to the Arduino's SCL pin.
- Connect the ADXL345's SDA pin to the Arduino's SCL pin.
- Run the Program in Arduino IDE.
3. Is ADXL345 a gyroscope?
No, ADXL345 is a 3-axis accelerometer that senses both static acceleration (due to gravity) as well as dynamic acceleration (due to motion or shock). So, it can be used as a tilt sensor or to detect free fall.
4. What is the difference between ADXL335 and ADXL345?
ADXL345 has a measuring range between ±2g and ±16 g. The sensor has an accuracy angle measurement of less than 1° and power consumption of about ten times less than the ADXL335 version when it is in sleep mode. The ADXL345 is a digital sensor that uses the I2C or SPI digital protocols to return values.
5. Can the ADXL345 accelerometer detect taps and free fall?
Yes. The ADXL345 has built-in single-tap, double-tap, and free-fall detection functions. It can also detect activity and inactivity. These functions can be configured through its registers, and detection events can be mapped to interrupt outputs to notify a connected microcontroller.
6. What are the measurement ranges of the ADXL345?
The ADXL345 supports four selectable acceleration ranges: ±2g, ±4g, ±8g, and ±16g. Lower ranges are useful for measuring smaller accelerations with greater sensitivity, while higher ranges allow the sensor to measure stronger acceleration without exceeding its selected range.
7. Is the ADXL345 module compatible with Raspberry Pi?
Yes. The ADXL345 supports I²C and SPI, which can be used with compatible Raspberry Pi interfaces. Before connecting the module, verify the breakout board's voltage requirements and ensure that the wiring and communication settings match your Raspberry Pi configuration.
8. Can the ADXL345 measure tilt and orientation?
Yes. The ADXL345 can measure static acceleration due to gravity, allowing tilt and orientation changes to be estimated. For accurate orientation tracking during dynamic movement, additional processing and, in some applications, gyroscope data may be required.
9. What is the maximum data output rate of this 3-axis accelerometer module?
The ADXL345 supports highly flexible output data rates ranging from 10Hz (for low-power battery applications) up to 3200Hz (for high-speed impact or vibration monitoring).