L3GD20
low-power 3-axis digital-output MEMS gyroscope with selectable full-scale ranges
Key details
| Part Number | L3GD20 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | STMicroelectronics |
| Category | Gyroscope |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete |
| Series | L3GD20 |
| Package / Case | 16-lead LGA, 4 mm x 4 mm x 1 mm, tray |
| Pin Count | 16 |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Last Verified | 2026-07-30 |
Part information
L3GD20 Overview
L3GD20 is a STMicroelectronics low-power 3-axis digital-output MEMS gyroscope with selectable full-scale ranges supplied in 16-lead LGA, 4 mm x 4 mm x 1 mm, tray. This page uses the exact orderable code because package, grade, temperature and option suffixes can change compatibility.
Key Technical Specifications
| Verified Ordering Code | L3GD20 |
|---|---|
| Angular-Rate Full Scale | ±250, ±500, or ±2000 dps |
| Digital Interface | I2C and SPI |
| Output Resolution | 16-bit angular-rate data |
| Supply Voltage | 2.4 V to 3.6 V |
| Embedded Functions | FIFO, temperature sensor, interrupt and data-ready outputs |
Package and Ordering Notes
The listed package is 16-lead LGA, 4 mm x 4 mm x 1 mm, tray with 16 pins, leads, lands or contacts. The featured image is a generic package illustration for form-factor identification and is not an actual date-code or lot photograph. Lifecycle is recorded as Obsolete; confirm current factory support and last-time-buy constraints before design-in.
Sourcing Guidance
L3GD20 is the manufacturer-verified ordering identity for this record. Confirm package, packing, label traceability, date code, lifecycle, and datasheet revision before ordering.
For an accurate quotation, include the full MPN, target quantity, acceptable date-code range, packaging format and destination. Icearth can help review traceability documents, label photos and electrical/package alignment before order placement.
Manufacturer Documentation
Technical values were checked against STMicroelectronics documentation. Use the linked datasheet as the controlling source and re-check revisions before PCB release or firmware qualification.
L3GD20 FAQ
What is L3GD20?
L3GD20 is a STMicroelectronics low-power 3-axis digital-output MEMS gyroscope with selectable full-scale ranges. The verified manufacturer ordering code is L3GD20.
What are the key specifications of L3GD20?
Verified Ordering Code is L3GD20, while Angular-Rate Full Scale is ±250, ±500, or ±2000 dps. Use the linked manufacturer datasheet for revision-controlled limits and test conditions.
What package does L3GD20 use?
L3GD20 is supplied in 16-lead LGA, 4 mm x 4 mm x 1 mm, tray with 16 pins, leads, lands or contacts. Verify the manufacturer land pattern, port orientation, and packing format before PCB or procurement approval.
What is the lifecycle status of L3GD20?
L3GD20 is listed by the manufacturer as obsolete, end of life, or no longer manufactured as checked on 2026-07-30. Confirm factory support, last-order constraints, and availability for the exact order code before placing an order.
What should be checked before sourcing L3GD20?
Quote L3GD20 exactly and confirm package, packing format, device marking, date code, traceability, lifecycle status, and the controlling datasheet revision. Do not substitute a related family code without an independent electrical and mechanical review.
Lifecycle and sourcing review
This part has a legacy lifecycle status. Submit the exact MPN, quantity, delivery destination and date-code requirements for a sourcing review.
L3GD20 is the manufacturer-verified ordering identity for this record. Confirm package, packing, label traceability, date code, lifecycle, and datasheet revision before ordering.