SparkFun OpenLog Artemis (without IMU)

The same powerful no-code logger you love, now in a streamlined version without the internal IMU. Automatically logs serial data, GNSS, and Qwiic sensors to CSV.


Description

The SparkFun OpenLog Artemis (OLA) is an open-source data logger designed for users who need to capture high-quality data without writing any code. Preprogrammed to automatically log serial data, GPS coordinates, and sensor readings to a CSV file, the OLA lets you bypass the development phase and get straight to analysing your data.

OpenLog Artemis without IMU Version
Due to ongoing supply chain constraints, this version of the OpenLog Artemis does not include the internal ICM-20948 IMU. It is functionally identical to the original version in all other respects, making it the ideal choice for projects that rely on external sensors rather than internal motion data.

Plug-and-Play Qwiic Logging

The true magic of the OpenLog Artemis lies in its ability to instantly recognise and record data from the Qwiic ecosystem without any driver installation or programming:

  • Auto-Detection: Plug in a compatible Qwiic sensor, and the OLA will automatically detect it, configure it, and begin logging data. Check the list on the right to see which boards support auto-detection.
  • No Soldering: The Qwiic system eliminates the need for soldering or complex wiring, making it easy to swap sensors in the field.

Professional-Grade Internals

To ensure your data is accurate and actionable, we have equipped the board with precision timing components and flexible analogue inputs:

  • Precision Timing: An onboard Real-Time Clock (RTC) ensures every data point is accurately time-stamped, which is crucial for correlating datasets.
  • Analogue Logging: Four 14-bit ADC channels allow you to log voltages up to 2V at speeds up to 1900Hz.

Configuration & Power

While the OLA works out of the box, it is also highly configurable via an easy-to-use serial terminal over USB-C, allowing you to tweak settings and optimise power consumption for long-term deployments:

  • Massive Storage: Supports microSD cards (FAT32/exFAT) up to 32GB+ for clear-text CSV logging.
  • Long-Term Battery Life: With a deep-sleep current of ~18µA, a standard battery can power the device for weeks or even months, depending on your sampling rate.
  • Flexible Sampling: Configure readings as fast as 500 times per second or as slow as once every 24 hours.

Future Proof

As new sensors are released, we continually update the OLA's capabilities. We have released a simple Artemis Firmware Upload GUI that lets you load the latest firmware and unlock new features without installing the Arduino IDE or hunting down libraries.


Specifications

  • Artemis Module (Cortex-M4F based Apollo3 microcontroller)
    • Configurable via CH340E and Artemis Firmware Upload GUI
  • Operating voltage range
    • 3.3V to 6.5V (via VIN with optional external power switch)
      • 5V with USB (via 5V or USB Type-C)
      • 3.6V to 4.2V with LiPo battery (via VBATT or 2-pin JST)
        • Built-in MCP73831 single-cell LiPo charger
        • Minimum 450mA charge rate
      • 3.3V (via 3V3)
  • Current consumption
    • ~20mA (Run)
    • ~80µA (Sleep)
    • ~18µA (Deep Sleep - regulator shut down)
  • Ports
    • 1x USB Type-C
    • 1x LiPo battery enabled
    • 1x Qwiic enabled I2C with power control
    • 1x SWD 2x5 header
    • 4x Analogue-to-digital
      • 14-bit, up to 1900Hz, 2V max (3.3V compatible)
    • Serial
      • Logging speeds up to 500000bps [1]
    • 1x microSD socket
      • Support for FAT32 and older FAT16 formats up to 32GB with power control
  • RTC with 1mAhr battery backup
  • LEDs
    • Power
    • LiPo charge indicator
    • Serial Tx and Rx
    • Status

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