BMP180 Digital Barometric Pressure Sensor

BMP180 general description:

The BMP180 is the function compatible successor of the BMP08 5, a new generation of high precision digital pressure sensors for consumer applications.

The ultra- power, low voltage electronics of the BMP180 is optimized for use in mobile phones, PDAs, GPS navigation devices and outdoor equipment. With a low altitude noise of merely 0.25m at fast conversion time, the BMP180 offers superior performance. The I2C interface allows for easy system integration with a microcontroller.

The BMP180 is based on piezo-resistive technology for EMC robustness, high accuracy and linearity as well as long term stability.

Typical applications

• Enhancement of GPS navigation (dead-reckoning, slope detection, etc.)

• In-and-out door navigation

• Leisure and sports

• Weather forecast

• Vertical velocity indication (rise/sink speed)