Analog Devices Inc. ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ

Overview

ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ from Analog Devices is a breakout board designed to translate the 24-pin, 1mm-pitch surface-mount connector of ADIS16xxx IMU/gyroscope modules (e.g., ADIS16407, ADIS16485) to a 16-pin, 2mm-pitch dual-row header (J1) compatible with standard 1mm ribbon cables. It provides mechanical mounting alignment for multiple ADIS IMU families and supports direct connection to embedded processor boards.

For engineers reviewing the ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ datasheet, ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ pinout, ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ application, or ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ equivalent, this board enables rapid integration of high-performance inertial sensors into prototyping and test systems using off-the-shelf ribbon cabling - eliminating custom PCB interface design.

Technical Context

The ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ serves as a passive mechanical and electrical adapter: it maps signals from the 24-pin SMT connector (J2) of ADIS IMUs to a 16-pin 2mm-pitch through-hole header (J1), preserving power, ground, SPI clock/data, and critical control lines. No active circuitry, voltage translation, or signal conditioning is included.

Mounting hole patterns are precisely aligned to five ADIS product families (ADIS1613x, ADIS1636x, ADIS16375, ADIS1640x, ADIS1648x), supporting M2×0.4 screws at torque specification of 20 inch-ounces. Connector alignment verification is required before mating to avoid pin damage.

Key Specifications

Availability

ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for inertial sensor evaluation, embedded navigation prototyping, industrial motion testing, and aerospace-grade IMU integration requiring stable component supply and mechanical reproducibility.

Supply support for ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

Analog Devices, Inc. is a global semiconductor company specializing in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal processing technologies for precision measurement and control applications.

The ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ belongs to Analog Devices' evaluation and interface hardware product line, engineered specifically to accelerate development with their ADIS-series inertial measurement units by solving mechanical and interconnect compatibility barriers.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ?

The ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ is a passive breakout board that adapts the 24-pin, 1mm-pitch SMT interface of ADIS16xxx IMUs to a 16-pin, 2mm-pitch header (J1) compatible with standard 1mm ribbon cables. It does not contain active circuitry and serves solely to enable mechanical mounting and electrical connectivity between ADIS IMUs and host processor boards - making the ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ essential for rapid prototyping without custom interface design.

Which IMU models are mechanically compatible with the ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ?

The ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ supports five ADIS IMU families: ADIS1613x, ADIS1636x, ADIS16375, ADIS1640x (including ADIS16407), and ADIS1648x (including ADIS16485). Mounting hole patterns are color-coded per family, and screw specifications (M2×0.4×4mm or ×16mm) and torque (20 inch-ounces) are explicitly defined in the ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ documentation.

Does the ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ include any active components or signal conditioning?

No, the ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ contains no active components, voltage regulators, level shifters, or signal conditioning circuitry. It is a purely passive interconnect solution - routing power, ground, SPI, and control signals directly from J2 (IMU side) to J1 (host side) with no modification. All timing, voltage levels, and signal integrity characteristics remain those of the attached ADIS IMU, confirming the ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ's role as a mechanical-electrical bridge only.

What ribbon cable type is required for J1 on the ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ?

J1 on the ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ is a 16-pin, dual-row, 2mm pitch header designed to mate with standard 1mm-pitch flat flex or ribbon cables terminated with 2mm pitch connectors. The ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ documentation references "1mm ribbon cables" and links to sourcing guidance - confirming that users must select cables with 16 conductors, 1mm pitch, and compatible 2mm-pitch headers to ensure reliable connection to host systems.

Is the ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ the same as the EVAL-ADISZ board?

No, the ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ is not the EVAL-ADISZ board. The documentation explicitly states "the exact ordering row: on the EVAL-ADISZ board, not the ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ" and shows an incorrect alignment example labeled as being on EVAL-ADISZ - confirming they are distinct products. The ADIS16IMU1/PCBZ is a dedicated breakout/adapter board, while EVAL-ADISZ is a full evaluation platform with additional circuitry, power management, and host interface options.