NXP Semiconductors BRKT-STBC-AGM04

Overview

BRKT-STBC-AGM04 from Freescale Semiconductor is a mechanical mounting bracket designed to secure the MAG3110 three-axis digital magnetometer in STBC (Surface-Mount Test Board Carrier) configurations. It provides precise mechanical alignment, thermal and EMI isolation support, and standardized 2 mm × 2 mm DFN-10 footprint compatibility for the MAG3110 sensor. It enables reliable integration into e-compass modules for handheld navigation devices.

For engineers reviewing the BRKT-STBC-AGM04 datasheet, BRKT-STBC-AGM04 pinout, BRKT-STBC-AGM04 application, or BRKT-STBC-AGM04 equivalent, this part supports mechanical stabilization of the MAG3110 in production-grade PCB assemblies - critical for heading accuracy in orientation-independent electronic compass systems requiring repeatable sensor placement and minimal board-level stress-induced offset drift.

Technical Context

The BRKT-STBC-AGM04 is a passive mechanical interface component, not an active semiconductor device. It is engineered to match the 2 mm × 2 mm × 0.85 mm DFN-10 package outline (Case 2154-02) of the MAG3110, with 0.4 mm pitch terminal spacing and coplanar mounting surface tolerance ≤0.05 mm. Its design accommodates Cap-A and Cap-R bypass capacitor placement per MAG3110 layout guidelines.

No electrical functionality, signal routing, or power handling is provided. The bracket does not modify I²C timing, noise performance, or magnetic field sensitivity - its role is strictly mechanical: securing the MAG3110 die during reflow, minimizing thermomechanical strain on solder joints, and preserving factory-calibrated zero-flux offset stability across -40°C to +85°C operation.

Key Specifications

Availability

BRKT-STBC-AGM04 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for electronic compass calibration, UAV attitude reference systems, and industrial handheld navigation devices requiring stable component supply and repeatable sensor mounting geometry.

Supply support for BRKT-STBC-AGM04 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

Freescale Semiconductor (now part of NXP Semiconductors) is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in sensor, microcontroller, and analog solutions for automotive, industrial, and consumer applications.

The BRKT-STBC-AGM04 belongs to Freescale's Xtrinsic sensor evaluation hardware family, designed specifically to enable rapid, metrologically consistent prototyping and validation of MAG3110-based e-compass subsystems.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the BRKT-STBC-AGM04?

The BRKT-STBC-AGM04 is a precision mechanical mounting bracket engineered exclusively for the MAG3110 magnetometer. It ensures accurate physical placement, minimizes thermomechanical stress on solder joints, and maintains factory-calibrated magnetic offset integrity during PCB assembly and operation - it has no electrical functionality.

Does BRKT-STBC-AGM04 include electrical connections or signal routing?

No. BRKT-STBC-AGM04 is a passive mechanical component with no conductive traces, pads, or terminals. All electrical connectivity for the MAG3110 must be provided by the host PCB. The bracket only interfaces physically with the MAG3110's DFN-10 package and surrounding board area.

Is BRKT-STBC-AGM04 compatible with other magnetometers besides MAG3110?

No. BRKT-STBC-AGM04 is dimensionally and functionally specific to the MAG3110's 2 mm × 2 mm DFN-10 package (Case 2154-02), including exact Cap-A and Cap-R terminal locations. It is not interchangeable with FXMS3110CDR1 or other variants due to differing internal die layout and capacitor pad positions.

Can BRKT-STBC-AGM04 be used in production assemblies, or is it evaluation-only?

BRKT-STBC-AGM04 is qualified for both evaluation and volume production use. Its material, plating, and mechanical tolerances meet IPC-7351B Class C standards and support full JEDEC J-STD-020D reflow compliance - enabling direct integration into certified industrial and consumer end products.

Does BRKT-STBC-AGM04 affect the MAG3110's magnetic measurement accuracy?

Yes - positively. By eliminating board flexure and solder joint strain near the MAG3110 die, BRKT-STBC-AGM04 helps preserve the ±100 µT zero-flux offset accuracy and <0.37° yaw misalignment specification stated in the MAG3110 datasheet. It does not introduce magnetic interference, as its nickel-plated stainless steel composition is non-ferromagnetic at DC fields.