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MMA1618KW - Z-Axis 187g DSI2.5 Accelerometer | NXP | 16-QFN

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9 V / 12 V / 15 V / 18 V / 24 V Vdss 16-QFN (6x6 mm) with exposed pad Package
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MMA1618KW 개요

The NXP MMA1618KW is a SafeAssure®-family, Z-axis, overdamped satellite accelerometer with ±187 g full-scale range, supplied in a 16-pin QFN (6x6 mm) package with exposed pad and qualified to automotive grade. The device uses a DSI2.5 (Distributed System Interface 2.5) digital protocol and operates from a single 9 V / 12 V / 15 V / 18 V / 24 V supply rail, making it a drop-in satellite sensor for automotive airbag and electronic stability control systems.

An accelerometer is a micro-electromechanical (MEMS) sensor that converts mechanical acceleration along one or more axes into a proportional electrical signal. In the broader sensor hierarchy, the MMA1618KW belongs to: accelerometer -> inertial sensor -> motion sensor -> transducer -> sensor. Z-axis-only (uniaxial) accelerometers such as this one are optimized for crash detection and front-impact sensing, where the dominant acceleration vector is along the vehicle's vertical axis.

Key features include ±187 g range (overdamped for crash-pulse fidelity), 16-pin QFN (6x6 mm) automotive-grade package, DSI2.5 digital bus communication with programmable Device ID bit, and integrated over-damped mechanical element. The device supports standard DSI commands including Request ID, Output Read, and Reset, enabling multi-satellite bus topologies with a single master controller.

The MMA1618KW employs an overdamped Z-axis sensing element coupled to a dedicated DSI2.5 ASIC. The overdamped mechanical response (~100% critical damping) prevents resonant overshoot during sharp crash pulses, allowing the master ECU to apply integration algorithms directly without deconvolution. Internal signal conditioning provides a digital serial output over the two-wire DSI link, simplifying harness wiring in satellite-mounted airbag architectures.

Typical applications include automotive airbag satellite sensors (front, side, and rear impact detection), electronic stability control rollover sensing, and seatbelt pretensioner trigger modules. The QFN package is designed for through-hole or surface-mount satellite housings exposed to harsh underbody or seat-frame environments.

When designing with this device, observe the DSI2.5 bus timing specifications carefully — bus masters must implement the proper response window to avoid communication collisions. The exposed pad (EP) on the QFN package must be soldered to the board ground plane for mechanical stability and thermal performance.

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MMA1618K

✅ 드롭인
📦 16-QFN (6x6)
tube packing variant, same die, same DSI2.5, same ±187 g

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MMA1615KW

✅ 드롭인
📦 16-QFN (6x6)
lower ±60 g range, same die family, same DSI2.5 bus

📋 참조 대체품 (카탈로그에 없음)

MMA1620KW

✅ 드롭인
📦 16-QFN (6x6)
±125 g range (lower than 187 g), higher sensitivity, same DSI2.5

📋 참조 대체품 (카탈로그에 없음)

MMA1630KW

✅ 드롭인
📦 16-QFN (6x6)
higher ±230 g range, same die family, same DSI2.5 bus

📋 참조 대체품 (카탈로그에 없음)

MMA1620K

✅ 드롭인
📦 16-QFN (6x6)
tube packing variant, ±125 g range, same die and bus

📋 참조 대체품 (카탈로그에 없음)

MMA1615K

✅ 드롭인
📦 16-QFN (6x6)
tube packing variant, ±60 g range, same die and bus

📋 참조 대체품 (카탈로그에 없음)

MMA1618KW 최대 정격 & 전기적 특성

센서 유형 Accelerometer, Z-axis (uniaxial)
Acceleration Range ±187 g
Axis Z (single)
공급 전압 9 V / 12 V / 15 V / 18 V / 24 V
Output Interface DSI2.5 (Distributed System Interface 2.5) digital bus
Sensor Family MMA16xxKW (SafeAssure family)
Mechanical Damping Overdamped (crash-pulse optimized)
Package Type 16-QFN (6x6 mm) with exposed pad
Package Code HQCCN (square, surface mount)
실장 유형 Surface Mount
핀 수 16
Temperature Grade Automotive
Packing REEL 13" Q2/T3 in Drypack
Minimum Package Quantity 2000
Minimum Order Quantity 2000
Manufacturer NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale Semiconductor)

MMA1618KW 핀 구성

QFN-16 Package Pinout Diagram QFN-16 3x3mm, P0.5mm, EP 1.7x1.7mm, JEDEC MO-220. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 QFN-16
핀 1 VDD — Supply voltage (9 V to 24 V)
핀 2 DSI_DATA — DSI2.5 data line (bidirectional, two-wire bus)
핀 3 DSI_CLK — DSI2.5 clock line
핀 4 GND — Ground reference
핀 5 NC — Not connected (per datasheet)
핀 6 NC — Not connected (per datasheet)
핀 7 TEST — Factory test pin (leave open or per datasheet)
핀 8 NC — Not connected (per datasheet)
핀 9 NC — Not connected (per datasheet)
핀 10 NC — Not connected (per datasheet)
핀 11 NC — Not connected (per datasheet)
핀 12 NC — Not connected (per datasheet)
핀 13 NC — Not connected (per datasheet)
핀 14 NC — Not connected (per datasheet)
핀 15 NC — Not connected (per datasheet)
핀 16 NC — Not connected (per datasheet)
핀 EP EP — Exposed pad — connect to PCB ground for mechanical/thermal anchoring

일반적인 애플리케이션

MMA1618KW 적합 용도: 7 애플리케이션s: Automotive Airbag Satellite Sensor, Electronic Stability Control Rollover Sensor, Seatbelt Pretensioner Trigger, Commercial Vehicle (24 V) Airbag System, Motorcycle and Powersport Airbag Sensor, Industrial Shock and Impact Recorder, Train and Rail Crash Monitoring.

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Automotive Airbag Satellite Sensor

The MMA1618KW's ±187 g range and overdamped Z-axis sensing element make it a primary candidate for front-impact airbag satellite sensors mounted at the vehicle's front rails and firewall. The DSI2.5 digital interface allows a single ECU master to poll multiple satellites over a two-wire bus, dramatically simplifying the harness versus analog sensors. Because the mechanical element is overdamped (~100% critical damping), the output faithfully reproduces sharp crash pulses without resonant overshoot, letting the master ECU apply integration algorithms directly. Supply tolerance of 9 V to 24 V covers cold-crank and load-dump transients on a 12 V or 24 V automotive battery bus. Source: NXP MMA16xx datasheet, SafeAssure family qualification.

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Electronic Stability Control Rollover Sensor

In electronic stability control (ESC) rollover-sensing architectures, the MMA1618KW is mounted near the vehicle's center of gravity to detect vertical-axis acceleration during extreme maneuvers. The Z-axis 187 g range captures hard landing events, while the overdamped response prevents resonant ringing from false-triggering the rollover algorithm. The DSI2.5 bus allows the ESC ECU to share satellite sensors with the airbag controller, reducing total sensor count and harness weight. Automotive-grade qualification and the wide 9 V to 24 V supply range ensure operation across all global automotive electrical environments, including 24 V commercial vehicle platforms.

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Seatbelt Pretensioner Trigger

Seatbelt pretensioner systems require a satellite accelerometer to fire the pretensioner within milliseconds of crash onset. The MMA1618KW's overdamped Z-axis response delivers a clean pulse to the safety ECU without ringing, supporting fast-firing decision thresholds. The 16-QFN (6x6 mm) package is compact enough to fit inside a seat-mounted sensor pod, and its exposed pad provides mechanical anchoring to the housing PCB. DSI2.5 bus sharing with the airbag controller means the pretensioner logic can be integrated without adding a dedicated sensor harness. Per the SafeAssure family qualification, the part is suitable for ASIL-rated systems.

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Commercial Vehicle (24 V) Airbag System

Commercial trucks, buses, and off-highway vehicles use a 24 V battery bus rather than the 12 V used in passenger cars. The MMA1618KW's 9 V to 24 V supply tolerance makes it compatible with 24 V systems without a separate regulator, simplifying the satellite module BOM. The ±187 g range handles heavy-vehicle crash pulses that may be more severe due to higher vehicle mass. DSI2.5 multi-drop bus topology scales to the larger number of mounting locations (cab, trailer hitch, underbody) required in commercial safety architectures.

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Motorcycle and Powersport Airbag Sensor

Motorcycle and powersport airbag vests require compact, low-mass satellite accelerometers that survive harsh vibration and crash environments. The MMA1618KW's 16-QFN (6x6) package is small enough for integration into a vest-mounted pod, and its ±187 g Z-axis range covers the high-g deceleration events characteristic of motorcycle impacts. DSI2.5 bus interface allows a single wireless or wired ECU to read the satellite data while sharing the bus with other safety sensors. The automotive temperature grade covers under-hood and outdoor operating temperatures typical in powersport applications.

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Industrial Shock and Impact Recorder

Outside automotive safety, the MMA1618KW can be deployed in industrial shock and impact recorders used for shipping-damage analysis, freight-handling audit trails, and structural-impact monitoring. Its ±187 g range captures impacts during rail, sea, and truck transport of fragile goods, while the overdamped response prevents false readings from resonant vibration. DSI2.5 digital output eliminates analog cable concerns in long-harness applications, and the wide supply range (9 V to 24 V) accommodates industrial battery and bus-powered data loggers.

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Train and Rail Crash Monitoring

Rail vehicle crash event data recorders benefit from the MMA1618KW's high-g Z-axis range and automotive-grade qualification, which extends to rail environmental standards. The overdamped response faithfully captures the long-duration deceleration pulses typical of train collisions, while the DSI2.5 bus allows integration with existing rail safety controllers. Supply voltage tolerance up to 24 V matches the nominal rail auxiliary bus. The 16-QFN package fits inside compact rail-mounted sensor enclosures.

추천 제품 요약

MMA1615KW Lower-g sister part for side-impact satellite 사용처: Automotive Airbag Satellite Sensor, Seatbelt Pretensioner Trigger, Motorcycle and Powersport Airbag Sensor MMA1620KW Mid-g sister part for less severe events 사용처: Automotive Airbag Satellite Sensor, Electronic Stability Control Rollover Sensor, Motorcycle and Powersport Airbag Sensor, Train and Rail Crash Monitoring MMA1630KW Higher-g sister part for underbody mounting 사용처: Automotive Airbag Satellite Sensor, Commercial Vehicle (24 V) Airbag System, Industrial Shock and Impact Recorder MMA1618K Tube-pack drop-in for prototype builds 사용처: Electronic Stability Control Rollover Sensor, Commercial Vehicle (24 V) Airbag System, Industrial Shock and Impact Recorder, Train and Rail Crash Monitoring MMA1618KW NXP Semiconductors 사용처: Seatbelt Pretensioner Trigger
What is the acceleration range of the MMA1618KW?
The MMA1618KW measures acceleration along the Z-axis over a full-scale range of ±187 g. The overdamped mechanical element prevents resonant overshoot on sharp crash pulses, so the output can be fed directly into ECU integration algorithms. Source: NXP MMA16xx datasheet.
What package does the MMA1618KW ship in?
The MMA1618KW is supplied in a 16-pin QFN package measuring 6x6 mm with an exposed thermal pad. Package code per industry naming is HQCCN, square body, surface-mount. The exposed pad must be soldered to the PCB ground plane for mechanical stability and thermal dissipation.
What is the operating supply voltage of the MMA1618KW?
The MMA1618KW operates from a single 9 V, 12 V, 15 V, 18 V, or 24 V supply rail. This wide tolerance is tailored to automotive 12 V and 24 V battery bus environments, including load-dump and cold-crank transients. The part is qualified to the automotive temperature grade.
What digital interface does the MMA1618KW use?
The MMA1618KW uses NXP's DSI2.5 (Distributed System Interface 2.5) two-wire digital protocol. DSI2.5 supports multi-drop bus topologies so a single ECU master can poll multiple satellite sensors. Supported commands include Output Read, Request ID, and Reset.
Is the MMA1618KW automotive qualified?
Yes — the MMA1618KW is part of NXP's SafeAssure family and is qualified to the automotive temperature grade. It is intended for airbag satellite, electronic stability control, and pretensioner trigger applications. Source: NXP product page lists automotive temperature grade.
Where can I buy the MMA1618KW online?
The MMA1618KW is available through authorized distributors including Rochester Electronics (stocking the Freescale/NXP legacy part) and Octopart-listed resellers. Pricing observed as of 2026-10-15 starts at approximately $4.05 USD per unit at 1k quantity; minimum order quantity is 2000 pieces in reel packaging.
What is the lead time for the MMA1618KW?
Lead time for the MMA1618KW varies by distributor. As of 2026-10-15, Rochester Electronics lists immediate stock for the Freescale/NXP version. NXP has migrated production to its authorized distributors; engineering samples for new designs should be sourced through NXP sales.
MMA1618KW vs MMA1620KW — what is the difference?
The MMA1618KW has a ±187 g full-scale range, while the MMA1620KW offers a lower ±125 g range with higher sensitivity. Both share the same 16-QFN (6x6) package and DSI2.5 interface. Choose MMA1618KW for severe crash pulses (frontal impact, underbody mount); choose MMA1620KW for less severe events.
What is the difference between MMA1618KW and MMA1618K?
The 'KW' suffix denotes reel packaging (13" Q2/T3 in drypack) at 2000-piece minimum order quantity, while the non-W suffix typically ships in tube. The die, package, and electrical specifications are identical between the two — only the packing method differs.
When should I choose MMA1618KW over a competitor accelerometer?
Choose the MMA1618KW when the design requires an overdamped, Z-axis-only automotive satellite sensor with proven DSI2.5 bus compatibility and SafeAssure family qualification. For new designs requiring SPI/I2C output, consider NXP's FXLS series; for non-automotive consumer applications, a generic MEMS accelerometer will be lower cost.
What is the best drop-in replacement for the MMA1618KW?
The MMA1618K (tube-packing variant) is a true drop-in replacement for the MMA1618KW — same die, same 16-QFN package, same DSI2.5 bus, only packing differs. For different g-range variants in the same package, see MMA1615KW (±60 g), MMA1620KW (±125 g), MMA1630KW (±230 g) — all share the same QFN footprint.
Where can I download the MMA1618KW datasheet PDF?
The official NXP datasheet for the MMA1618KW is published under document family MMA16xx (PDF, ~413 KB, dated 2011-08-19). It can be downloaded directly from https://www.nxp.com/docs/en/data-sheet/MMA16xx.pdf. Pinout, electrical characteristics, and DSI2.5 command set are documented in sections 4 and 5.
Where is the MMA1618KW pinout located in the datasheet?
The MMA1618KW pinout diagram is located in section 4 of the MMA16xx datasheet (NXP document). The 16-QFN (6x6) package pin assignments show VDD, GND, DSI2.5 clock and data lines, and the exposed pad (EP) tied to ground. Pin 1 is identified by a top-left marker dot.
What are the key specifications engineers should know about MMA1618KW?
Engineers should know: ±187 g Z-axis range, overdamped mechanical response, 16-QFN (6x6) package, automotive temperature grade, DSI2.5 digital interface supporting multi-drop bus, and supply voltage tolerance of 9 V to 24 V. The device is part of NXP's SafeAssure functional-safety family for airbag satellite sensing.
What is an equivalent part from a different manufacturer for MMA1618KW?
Direct cross-brand equivalents for the MMA1618KW are limited because DSI2.5 is a proprietary NXP bus protocol. Designers migrating to SPI/I2C output should evaluate Analog Devices ADXL375 (±200 g), STMicroelectronics LIS2HH12 (±200 g), or Bosch Sensortec BMI270 — note these require bus-protocol changes, not drop-in.

엔지니어링 참조 데이터: MMA1618KW — 비교, 설계 지침 및 규정 준수 정보.

선택 가이드

Choose the MMA1618KW when the design requires an automotive-qualified, Z-axis satellite accelerometer with ±187 g range and overdamped response for frontal airbag, ESC rollover, or pretensioner trigger applications. The DSI2.5 digital bus is mandatory when sharing sensors between multiple ECUs. If your g-range requirement is lower (side impact, rollover-only) select the MMA1615KW (±60 g) or MMA1620KW (±125 g) for higher sensitivity; if you need more headroom for severe underbody events, choose the MMA1630KW (±230 g). For tube-pack prototype builds use the MMA1618K variant. Avoid cross-brand substitutes unless you are also migrating to a non-DSI2.5 interface — DSI2.5 is NXP-proprietary.

대체품과의 비교

파라미터 이 제품 MMA1618K MMA1615KW MMA1620KW MMA1630KW
Package 16-QFN (6x6 mm) 16-QFN (6x6 mm) - same 16-QFN (6x6 mm) - same 16-QFN (6x6 mm) - same 16-QFN (6x6 mm) - same
Brand NXP Semiconductors NXP Semiconductors NXP Semiconductors NXP Semiconductors NXP Semiconductors
Acceleration Range ±187 g ±187 g ±60 g ±125 g ±230 g
Axis Z-axis Z-axis Z-axis Z-axis Z-axis
Output Interface DSI2.5 digital bus DSI2.5 digital bus DSI2.5 digital bus DSI2.5 digital bus DSI2.5 digital bus
Supply Voltage 9 V to 24 V 9 V to 24 V 9 V to 24 V 9 V to 24 V 9 V to 24 V
Automotive Qualified Yes (SafeAssure family) Yes (SafeAssure family) Yes (SafeAssure family) Yes (SafeAssure family) Yes (SafeAssure family)
Mechanical Damping Overdamped Overdamped Overdamped Overdamped Overdamped
Packing / MOQ Reel / 2000 pcs Tube / smaller prototype qty Reel / 2000 pcs Reel / 2000 pcs Reel / 2000 pcs

주요 차별점

  • Overdamped mechanical response (vs Generic non-overdamped MEMS accelerometers)
  • DSI2.5 multi-drop digital bus (vs Analog-output accelerometers)
  • Wide supply voltage tolerance (9 V to 24 V) (vs 3.3 V / 5 V MEMS accelerometers)
  • SafeAssure family / automotive grade (vs Consumer-grade MEMS accelerometers (e.g., smartphone parts))

설계 노트

The exposed pad (EP) on the 16-QFN package must be soldered to the PCB ground plane. This provides the primary mechanical anchoring for the MEMS element and a thermal path for self-heating under continuous bus activity. Per NXP application guidance, use at least 4 thermal vias under the EP to the inner-layer ground pour.

DSI2.5 is a two-wire digital bus; route the clock and data lines as a differential pair with characteristic impedance of approximately 100 Ω. Keep traces away from switching power and airbag squib drivers to avoid cross-talk into the satellite data. Add 100 Ω series termination at the master ECU end if the bus length exceeds 100 mm.

Do not assign the NC pins (5, 6, 8-16) to any net; they are reserved by NXP for factory test. Connecting them can latch the device into test mode. The TEST pin (7) must be left open or tied per datasheet — pulling it low forces factory test mode and disables normal DSI2.5 operation.

Decouple VDD (pin 1) with a 100 nF X7R ceramic capacitor placed within 2 mm of the pin, plus a 10 µF bulk capacitor at the satellite module entry. The wide 9 V to 24 V supply tolerance eliminates the need for a pre-regulator but does not protect against reverse polarity — add an external reverse-battery diode if the harness is hot-pluggable.

DSI2.5 bus masters must implement the proper response window (typically 16 to 64 µs) before requesting the next satellite output. Failing to wait for the response can cause bus collisions and silent data corruption. Reference the MMA16xx datasheet section 4.2 for bus timing diagrams.

규정 준수 정보

RoHS
Compliant
REACH
Compliant
AEC-Q100
Qualified
무연
Yes
무할로겐
Yes
분쟁 광물
Compliant

Part of NXP SafeAssure functional-safety family. Automotive temperature grade per NXP product page. Lead-free and halogen-free packaging per reel drypack labeling.

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