STA1095ELA3: GNSS processor with multi-frequency positioning, suitable for automotive and industrial applications

May 30, 2025
STA1095ELA3

STA1095ELA3 is a multi-frequency GNSS processor developed by STMicroelectronics. It belongs to ST’s Teseo V series of location solutions. This chip has been specifically designed to provide accurate real-time global navigation and supports multiple satellites, including GPS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, and GLONASS. It is suitable for use in automobiles, in-vehicle information systems, and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).

As a high-performance, low-power GNSS solution, the STA1095ELA3 supports multi-frequency GNSS, improving positioning accuracy and performance resilience in urban or obstructive environments.

 

Technical specifications

Feature description

Product model STA1095ELA3

GNSS satellites GPS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, and GLONASS

Bandwidth L1/E1, L2, E5, B2, G1

Architecture Integrated ARM® Cortex®-M3 microprocessor unit

Tracking channels Up to 80

Refresh rate Up to 25 Hz

Interfaces: UART, I²C, SPI, CAN, USB

External storage support: external flash memory, optional EEPROM

Operating voltage: 1.8 V (core), 3.3 V (I/O)

Operating temperature range: –40 °C to +85 °C (vehicle temperature)

Package: LFBGA 289 balls, 12 x 12 mm, 0.8 mm pitch

🔗 Product page STA1095 – STMicroelectronics

 

Key features

  • Support for multiple bands (L1/E1, L2, E5, B2) to achieve positioning accuracy of less than one meter
  • Equipped with a Cortex-M3 microcontroller, supports standalone operation or integration with a host
  • High resistance to interference and spoofing
  • Supports dead zone calculation, suitable for navigation in urban valleys and tunnels
  • Certificate of conformity with automotive standards (AEC-Q100)
  • Low power consumption, suitable for in-vehicle infotainment and Internet of Things systems

 

STA1095ELA3 Applications

  1. Car navigation systems and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS)
  • Integrated into infotainment systems and navigation devices in cars
  • Provides highly accurate data for ADAS functions (e.g., lane keeping and estimated speed control)
  • Supports integration of sensors with inertial measurement units (IMUs) for navigation in blind spots in tunnels or covered areas

Certifications approved for the automotive industry guarantee reliable operation in harsh conditions.

  1. Fleet management and in-car information services
  • Used in fleet tracking systems, in-car information services and remote diagnostics
  • Provides secure real-time positioning and timing
  • Supports CAN and USB converters for in-vehicle communication

Low power consumption extends the battery life of the vehicle information system.

  1. Industrial positioning and timing
  • Provides power for asset tracking, autonomous robots, and infrastructure monitoring systems
  • Operates synchronized in time-sensitive networks or wireless systems
  • Suitable for applications requiring precise real-time timing

Compatible with GNSS units in base stations and distributed networks.

  1. Smart agriculture and unmanned aerial vehicles
  • Providesaccurate geographic location of autonomous agricultural machines
  • Ensures reliable signal tracking in rural areas or complex terrain
  • Supports high refresh rates, suitable for real-time navigation of unmanned aerial vehicles and unmanned aerial vehicles

 

Why choose DRex Electronics to purchase STA1095ELA3?

At DRex Electronics, we specialize in providing purchasing and distribution services for advanced GNSS processors and IC circuits designed for automotive applications (e.g., STA1095ELA3) from STMicroelectronics to integrated system developers and original equipment manufacturers worldwide.

Why choose DRex?

  • Access to high-performance STMicroelectronics components for the automotive industry
  • ✅ ISO 9001 certification for quality assurance and traceability
  • 📦 Provision of antistatic packaging and worldwide delivery
  • 🔧 Support for bill of materials optimization, obsolescence and cross-reference services
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