The CANABLOX® 3-Axis Accelerometer CX-ADXL345-S measures acceleration: How quickly something speeds up, slows down, or changes direction. You can think of it as an electronic spirit level plus a motion detector. It measures acceleration in three directions (X, Y, and Z) which will be used to tell if an object is tilted, shaken, tapped, or dropped. The integrated event-sensoric can activate the 2 interrupt outputs. For example, when a double-tap or a free-fall was detected.
Selectable I2C address: 0x1D, 0x53
Code example:
Download a demo sketch (tested with XIAO ESP32C6) that sends the X, Y and Z values to the serial monitor.
>>> Find the documentation in the comments inside the demo code. <<<
PDF Datasheet:
Download ADXL345 PDF Datasheet
This is in the bag:
1 x CANABLOX® module
1 x male pin header 4-pin
1 x screw terminal 3-pin
1 x CANABLOX® I2C Cable 5cm
Note:
Through-Hole (TH) connectors, like the I2C pin header or screw terminals, are included but not factory assembled.
The CANABLOX® ecosystem
CANABLOX® is a modular, clean, stackable ecosystem that replaces the chaos of traditional prototyping with I2C-connected building blocks.
CANABLOX® is not just a hobby tool; it’s a stepping stone from prototype to finished product. With over 60 modules envisioned, from environmental sensors to serial bridges and audio applications, CANABLOX® becomes a platform, not just a product.
Every CANABLOX® module connects directly to a sturdy baseplate or standardized cables, letting you build solid, real-world systems – without the clutter.
All modules use standardized CANABLOX® slot sizes and can be connected either through 4-pin JST-SH cables (compatible with Qwiic and Stemma QT) or by direct mounting onto the baseplate with headers. Every baseplate includes I2C headers (not assembled) and mounting hardware.
Baseplate sizes:
Layout examples:
