Standard magnetic tactile sensor module
MLX90901
The MLX90901 is a fully calibrated Tactaxis® magnetic tactile sensor module delivering precise 3D force feedback for advanced robotic mechatronics, humanoid hands, and industrial grippers.
Top features
- Tactaxis® technology
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3D force sensing
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Normal force range: 15N
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Extended normal force range: 25N
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Shear force range: 4N
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Accuracy: 10% full scale
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Limit of detection: 200mN
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- Force localization on sensing surface
- Contact and over-force signal
- 0°C to 65°C operating temperature range
- Supply voltage range: 3.3V to 5V
- Low power: < 100 mW
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Robust
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Stray magnetic field immunity
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Thermal stability
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Harsh environment ruggedness
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Easy to use
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No end-of-line calibration
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Compact module (18.5 x 23.6 x 9.4mm3)
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Lightweight
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Communication via I2C up to 1Mbps
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Standard magnetic tactile sensor module - MLX90901
Product description
New technology. Engineering samples available in limited quantities
The MLX90901 is a fully calibrated tactile sensor module that delivers precise 3D force feedback for advanced robotic systems. It accurately measures applied forces and translates them into a digital 3D vector at up to 400Hz, along with their localization heatmap on the module sensing surface.
Built on Melexis’ magnetic Tactaxis® technology, it combines the sensor, magnet, elastomer, mechanical structure, and supporting electronics within a single complete unit. It resolves the contact force across three axes, capturing normal force together with shear in two directions.
Built for reliability, the MLX90901 boasts exceptional thermal stability through temperature monitoring and magnetic offset compensation, along with robust immunity to external stray magnetic fields. Unlock enhanced dexterity and interaction for your robots with the MLX90901 and comprehensive supporting software libraries.
The DVK90901 evaluation kit provides developers a straightforward route to benchmark the MLX90901, characterize its three-axis force response, and begin integrating the module into robotic hand designs. Support for I²C simplifies connection to robotic hand controllers.
Features and benefits
- Tactaxis® technology
-
3D force sensing
-
Normal force range: 15N
-
Extended normal force range: 25N
-
Shear force range: 4N
-
Accuracy: 10% full scale
-
Limit of detection: 200mN
-
- Force localization on sensing surface
- Contact and over-force signal
- 0°C to 65°C operating temperature range
- Supply voltage range: 3.3V to 5V
- Low power: < 100 mW
-
Robust
-
Stray magnetic field immunity
-
Thermal stability
-
Harsh environment ruggedness
-
-
Easy to use
-
No end-of-line calibration
-
Compact module (18.5 x 23.6 x 9.4mm3)
-
Lightweight
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Communication via I2C up to 1Mbps
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Documents and tools
Product flyer(s)
Related tech talks
Videos
MLX90901 Tactile Fingertip Module for Humanoids
Watch how the MLX90901 Tactaxis Fingertip Module gives modern humanoid robots a true, delicate sense of touch. From an exploded view of its internal components to a demonstration of the precise touch required to play a piano, see how this module delivers critical contact, force, and localization data. Lightweight, robust, and completely interchangeable to adapt to your specific design: this is the future of robotic sensing.
How Melexis Powers Humanoids: Sensors, Drivers & Modules
It takes massive compute to think like a human. It takes smart micro-electronics to act like one. Discover how Melexis is powering the future of humanoids and robotics. Dive into the internal hardware of humanoid robotics with Melexis. From commutation in tiny slotless brushless motors to the robust positioning of full joints, discover the micro-electronics making human-like touch, movement, feeling and reaction possible.
Tactaxis™ magnetic tactile sensor - demo
Discover how Tactaxis™ is giving robots a sense of touch. Tactaxis™ is an innovative technology combining magnetic sensing, sensor signal conditioning and advanced packaging.
Tactaxis™ magnetic tactile sensor
Discover how Tactaxis™ is giving robots a sense of touch. Tactaxis™ is an innovative technology combining magnetic sensing, sensor signal conditioning and advanced packaging.
