6DOF IMU 26 Click

How does it work?

6DOF IMU 26 Click is based on the SCH16T-K01, a high-performance six-degrees-of-freedom (6DOF) motion sensor from muRata. This device combines a 3-axis gyroscope and a 3-axis accelerometer into a single package, communicating via a digital SPI interface for efficient data transfer. Designed to deliver precision and stability even under demanding conditions, the SCH16T-K01 supports a wide range of configurable options that enhance its adaptability across various applications. The gyroscope offers an in-application selectable measurement range from 300 degrees per second down to 62.5 degrees per second, while the accelerometer supports a selectable range from ±80 m/s² down to ±15 m/s², with a typical default dynamic range of up to ±260 m/s². The sensor also integrates output interpolation and decimation options, allowing flexible data handling and processing tailored to specific needs.

The SCH16T-K01 also features adjustable low-pass filters for both angular rate and acceleration, with cut-off frequencies ranging from 13Hz to 370Hz, ensuring clean signal acquisition even in noisy environments. Built to meet the rigorous AEC-Q100 automotive qualification standard, the SCH16T-K01 is ideal for use in inertial measurement units (IMUs), inertial navigation and positioning systems, dynamic inclination detection, machine control and guidance, robotic platforms, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), making 6DOF IMU 26 Click a versatile solution for motion tracking in harsh or mission-critical environments.

This Click board™ is designed in a unique format supporting the newly introduced MIKROE feature called “Click Snap.” Unlike the standardized version of Click boards, this feature allows the main sensor area to become movable by breaking the PCB, opening up many new possibilities for implementation. Thanks to the Snap feature, the SCH16T-K01 can operate autonomously by accessing its signals directly on the pins marked 1-8. Additionally, the Snap part includes a specified and fixed screw hole position, enabling users to secure the Snap board in their desired location.

This Click board™ establishes communication with the host MCU using a 4-wire SPI interface with maximum clock frequency of 10MHz, ensuring reliable and high-speed data transfer. The SPI address of the SCH16T-K01 can be easily configured via onboard jumpers marked ADDR SEL in the Snap area, allowing multiple devices to coexist on the same bus. In addition to the interface pins, the 6DOF IMU 26 Click also uses the RST pin for resetting the SCH16T-K01, and DRY pin as data ready signal that ) outputs an interrupt signal for host MCU when the internal output registers (gyroscope + accelerometer) have been updated.

This Click board™ can be operated only with a 3.3V logic voltage level. The board must perform appropriate logic voltage level conversion before using MCUs with different logic levels. It also comes equipped with a library containing functions and example code that can be used as a reference for further development.

Click Snap

Click Snap is an innovative feature of our standardized Click add-on boards, designed to bring greater flexibility and optimize your prototypes. By simply snapping the PCB along predefined lines, you can easily detach the main sensor/IC/module area, reducing the overall size, weight, and power consumption – ideal for the final phase of prototyping. For more details about Click Snap, visit the official page dedicated to this feature.

Specifications

Pinout diagram

This table shows how the pinout on 6DOF IMU 26 Click corresponds to the pinout on the mikroBUS™ socket (the latter shown in the two middle columns).

Notes	Pin					Pin	Notes
	NC	1	AN	PWM	16	NC
Reset / ID SEL	RST	2	RST	INT	15	DRY	Data-Ready Output
SPI Select / ID COMM	CS	3	CS	RX	14	NC
SPI Clock	SCK	4	SCK	TX	13	NC
SPI Data OUT	SDO	5	MISO	SCL	12	NC
SPI Data IN	SDI	6	MOSI	SDA	11	NC
Power Supply	3.3V	7	3.3V	5V	10	NC
Ground	GND	8	GND	GND	9	GND	Ground

Onboard settings and indicators

6DOF IMU 26 Click electrical specifications

Software Support

6DOF IMU 26 Click demo application is developed using the NECTO Studio, ensuring compatibility with mikroSDK‘s open-source libraries and tools. Designed for plug-and-play implementation and testing, the demo is fully compatible with all development, starter, and mikromedia boards featuring a mikroBUS™ socket.

Example Description

This example demonstrates the use of the 6DOF IMU 26 Click board, which provides 3-axis accelerometer and 3-axis gyroscope measurements, as well as temperature data. The example initializes the device and continuously logs sensor readings.

Key Functions

• c6dofimu26_cfg_setup This function initializes Click configuration structure to initial values.
• c6dofimu26_init This function initializes all necessary pins and peripherals used for this Click board.
• c6dofimu26_default_cfg This function executes a default configuration of 6DOF IMU 26 Click board.
• c6dofimu26_get_data This function reads the accelerometer, gyroscope, and temperature data.

Application Init

Initializes the logger and configures the 6DOF IMU 26 Click board. Sets up SPI communication and applies the default configuration.

Application Task

Continuously reads and logs acceleration (g), gyroscope (dps), and temperature (degC) values from the sensor.

Application Output

This Click board can be interfaced and monitored in two ways:

• Application Output – Use the “Application Output” window in Debug mode for real-time data monitoring. Set it up properly by following this tutorial.
• UART Terminal – Monitor data via the UART Terminal using a USB to UART converter. For detailed instructions, check out this tutorial.

Additional Notes and Information

The complete application code and a ready-to-use project are available through the NECTO Studio Package Manager for direct installation in the NECTO Studio. The application code can also be found on the MIKROE GitHub account.