Silicon Sensing releases new high-performance, closed-loop accelerometer - Zenith®
Key Highlights
- Zenith® offers ultra-precise, low-noise measurement of linear acceleration for critical applications.
- Designed with a robust ±14g dynamic range, suitable for demanding operational environments.
- Available in two configurations, CAS150 and CAS170, enabling multi-axis measurement on a single PCB.
- Built on Silicon Sensing’s proven MEMS architecture, ensuring reliability and field-tested durability.
- Ideal for defense, space, aviation, and autonomous systems seeking high-performance inertial sensing solutions.
Date: 24/08/2026 - Silicon Sensing releases new high-performance, closed-loop accelerometer - Zenith®
· Ultra-precise measurement of linear acceleration
· Robust, reliable, low noise
Silicon Sensing latest accelerometer, Zenith®, has been released to the market.
Zenith (CAS150/170) is a closed-loop, single-axis micro electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) accelerometer designed for precision-critical applications.
Built on Silicon Sensing’s field-proven MEMS and electronic architecture, Zenith introduces a significant reduction in noise over its predecessor, the Gemini. This generational leap delivers superior signal clarity while retaining the rugged, field-tested pedigree required for mission-critical deployments.
Kevin Swain, Head of Sales and Business Development at Silicon Sensing Systems Ltd, says: “Using our field-proven MEMS architecture, Zenith offers a robust, non-ITAR, low SWaP-C solution for key defence platforms. We see massive potential across autonomous systems, space, and aviation, as well as for a wide range of land and maritime operations.”
Zenith combines low noise spectral density for superior signal clarity, with a robust ±14g dynamic range, enabling accurate data capture in demanding conditions. The surface-mountable sensor is available in two package options: the CAS150 (in-plane) and CAS170 (orthogonal) sensing configurations. This versatile setup enables engineers to achieve full multi-axis measurement on a single printed circuit board assembly (PCBA), maximising spatial efficiency without sacrificing performance.
About Silicon Sensing Systems
Silicon Sensing Systems Ltd is a gyroscope and inertial systems engineering development company, jointly owned by Collins Aerospace and Sumitomo Precision Products. The company was formed in 1999 and is, today, a market leader in silicon, micro electro-mechanical systems (MEMS)-based navigation and stabilisation technology. Over 30 million MEMS sensors have been supplied to thousands of customers world-wide since the company’s formation.
