SSOC-A60 2-Axis analog sun sensor
€8,175
The Solar MEMS Sun Sensor on a Chip (SSoC) solution is based on MEMS fabrication processes to achieve highly integrated sensing structures for high accurate sun-tracking, positioning systems and attitude determination.
The SSOC-A60 device measures the incident angle of a sun ray in two axes. The high sensitivity is based on geometrical dimensions of the design. The device includes MEMS technology with flight heritage and electronic components that are space-grade.
Every sensor is calibrated and characterized, and a look-up table is provided for its application. The use of a metal shield and a cover glass in the optical eye minimizes the ageing of the device under high radiation levels.
SSOC-A60 has flight heritage since 2009, with hundreds of flight models delivered for different missions.
Description
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit | Comments |
| Sensor type | 2 | axes | Orthogonal |
| Performance field of view | +/- 60 | ° | Cone shaped, performance field |
| Exclusion Field of View | +/- 75 | ° | It must be clear of obstacles or reflective surfaces (recommended) |
| Accuracy | 0.3 | ° | 3sigma error |
| Precision | 0.05 | ° | |
| Supply voltage | 5 | V | Vcc must be regulated |
| Average consumption | < 25 | mA | < 15 mA when illuminated |
| Connector | 10 | Pins | D221T10D51 Nicomatic |
| Analog outputs | 5 | Signals | 4 sun sensor outputs + 1 temperature |
| Temperature range | -45 to 85 | °C | Operation |
| Dimensions | 30 x 30 x 12 | mm | |
| Mass | 25 | g | |
| Mounting holes | 2 | Holes | Diameter 3.2 mm |
| Housing | AI. 6082 | Alodine + Black coating |
