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In this category there are sensors of various types that can be used in DIY projects. Sensors for temperature, humidity, air quality, motion, etc.

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Joystick 2-axis with pushbutton breakout
Joystick 2-axis with pushbutton breakout

Joystick module is well known to all – it is identical to the one found in the PlayStation2 joystick. Whether you are making a game with a microcontroller or want more freedom while navigating a joystick module will come handy.

It reads X and Y position of the joystick knob (used for controlling) and whether the joystick is being pressed down. X and Y values are shown in the form of analog values while reading off if the joystick is pressed or not is shown in the form of digital value (HIGH/LOW; it has pull-up resistor).

ADC 12-bit ADS1015 4-channel with PGA breakout
ADC 12-bit ADS1015 4-channel with PGA breakout

ADC (Analog Digital Converter) is a device that reads analog signals (just like the analogRead () function in Arduino IDE) and converts them into digital signals that can be read by a microcontroller. This breakout is based on the ADS1015 ADC, which reads values in 12-bit resolution, receives a maximum of 3.3V on its inputs and has a total of 4 channels (which can also be used as two differential). Works great with any microcontroller at 5V. It has 2 easyC connectors for easier connection on I2C communication.

Waterproof DS18B20 temperature sensor
Waterproof DS18B20 temperature sensor

DS18B20 is a waterproof temperature sensor packed in metal and waterproof housing. For communication with Dasduino/Arduino, it uses only one wire and it is possible to put up to 127 sensors on one code and measure temperature in 127 different places by using just one wire!

Check out: „How to use a module?“  in the TUTORIAL section for the information on how to use the sensor, how to connect it to Dasduino/Arduino and downloading the library.

Out of stock Butane, LPG & Smoke sensor MQ2 breakout
Butane, LPG & Smoke sensor MQ2 breakout

MQ sensors, including the MQ2 sensor, have the capability to detect various gases. The MQ2 sensor is specifically designed to detect combustible gases such as LPG (liquefied petroleum gas), butane, propane, methane, alcohol, hydrogen, and smoke. These gases are commonly found in residential, industrial, and automotive environments. The sensor’s sensitivity and responsiveness enable it to detect even trace amounts of these gases, making it a valuable tool for gas leakage detection, fire detection, and air quality monitoring applications. It takes a short time to heat up in order to work correctly.

 

The breakout board works with both digital (DO) and analog signals (AO). The digital output is obtained by setting a threshold value with a potentiometer. The analog output will differ depending on the intensity of the gas.

 

Product usage tips:

 

When gas is detected, the LED will start glowing. It will remain off if it doesn’t detect anything. Two mounting holes enable easy mounting to surfaces. The board comes with four pins that need to be soldered.

 

Load cell module high precision 10kg
Load cell module high precision 10kg

Load cell is a small device that is able to weigh the load on it. Due to the load, it provides very small output voltages that need to be amplified (eg using op-amp or ADC with a built-in op-amp) to find the use for the module. It incorporates two invariable two variable resistors connected to the Wheatstone Bridge. This sensor is made from high-quality materials, so it does not get affected by high temperature or continous load. You need to connect it with the HX711 to read information with Croduino.


                
Ultrasonic module HC-SR04
Ultrasonic module HC-SR04

HC-SR04 is a widely used and popular sensor that can be used for measuring the distance between itself and the object that is placed in front of the sensor. Connecting to Dasduino itself is simple, the sensor requires only two codes for controlling and uses 5V voltage. There is also a library that provides us with distance information. Make sure you check „How to use module“ in the TUTORIALS category.

PMS7003 sensor PM10, PM2.5
PMS7003 sensor PM10, PM2.5

PMS7003 is a kind of digital and universal particle concentration sensor, which can be used to obtain the number of suspended particles in the air, i.e. the concentration of particles, and output them in the form of digital interface. This sensor can be used with different gadgets related to the concentration of particles in the air.

Voltage & current sensor INA219 breakout
Voltage & current sensor INA219 breakout

The INA219 is a digital device that allows the measurement of current, voltage, and therefore power. Simply, connect wire serial through this device and it will give all the information provided via I2C communication. It is very simple and reliable to use. It has a jumper for making changes to the I2C address so you can connect more than one INA219 to single microcontroller.

The maximum current of the measurement is determined by the shunt resistor found on the plate which is 0.1ohm (± 3.2A). Yes, it can measure the power in both directions! If you want to measure other currents or smaller currents more precisely, check out the datasheet to change that resistor. The maximum voltage that can be measured is 26V.

Out of stock Alcohol, Ethanol sensor MQ3 breakout
Alcohol, Ethanol sensor MQ3 breakout

MQ sensors, including the MQ3 sensor, have the ability to detect various gases. The MQ3 sensor is specifically designed to detect alcohol vapors. This means it is sensitive to alcohols such as methanol, ethanol, and isopropanol. The MQ3 sensor is commonly used to measure the concentration of alcohol in the air and is a useful tool for alerting to the presence of alcohol in the surrounding environment.

It is important to note that MQ sensors are not specific to only one gas and can react to other gases besides those they are specifically designed for. Therefore, it is important to use the MQ3 sensor exclusively for alcohol detection and to follow the manufacturer’s instructions to achieve optimal accuracy and reliability of measurements. It requires a short heating time to function correctly.

The breakout board works with both digital (DO) and analog signals (AO). The digital output is obtained by setting a threshold value with a potentiometer. The analog output will differ depending on the intensity of the gas in the sensor’s environment.

 

Product usage tips:

 

When gas is detected, the LED will start glowing. It will remain off if it doesn’t detect anything. Two mounting holes enable easy mounting to surfaces. The board comes with four male headers that need to be soldered.

Air quality sensor CCS811 breakout
Air quality sensor CCS811 breakout

The CCS811 sensor is designed to measure various volatile particles in the air (TVOC – Total Volatile Organic Compounds), which include eCO2 (CO2 equivalent) and MOX (metal oxides). VOCs are generally defined as air pollutants, and can come from a variety of sources, starting with ordinary breathing, smoking, coloring, welding, and generally all processes that release particles into the surrounding air.

 

This sensor is often used to measure indoor air quality, which can work very well and indicate current air pollution, for example, in an office. It communicates via I2C, making it easy to connect, especially through easyC. Sensor itself should be powered for at least 20 minutes to start making accurate readings.

Slider potentiometer breakout
Slider potentiometer breakout

Potentiometers are well known all around, and the sliding potentiometer is just one of its versions. You’ve probably seen it in some music equipment, and now you have the chance to add it to your project!

 

• Type: linear
• Resistance: 10k
• Dimensions: 86 x 22 mm

Shunt resistor 10A
Shunt resistor 10A

The Shunt Resistor is a special type of resistor with small resistance which allows large currents to pass through it. This is useful for measuring the current in a circuit: due to the Ohm’s law and voltage drop on the shunt resistor, we can know exactly which current passes through it. For example, for this resistor whose maximum current is 10A, the voltage drop at that current will be exactly 75mV (0.075V). Using a precise ADC, we can accurately measure the current of our consumer or power source.

 

Max. current: 10A
Voltage drop for max. current: 75mV
Dimensions: 120mm x 25mm

Simple rain sensor
Simple rain sensor

Water is essential for life on Earth. Using water efficiently is very important. With the easy-to-use simple rain sensor, farmers can save water while irrigating their crops. The sensor will alert them to shut down the water supply when it senses rain. It can even act as an automatic on and off switch, like turning on wipers on a car when it senses rain.

 

This sensor has two pieces – the rain sensor and the simple sensor. The rain sensor has nickel-coated lines on both sides. It measures moisture and outputs the data to the simple sensor that reads it. The simple sensor uses the LM393 differential comparator. The main benefit of this board is ability to give analog and digital output. By setting the potentiometer on the board, you are able to get digital signal at the DO pin when signal crosses certain value, while analog values will be present on the AO pin at all times.

Panel digital voltmeter + ammeter
Panel digital voltmeter + ammeter

The digital voltmeter and ammeter measures and indicates current and voltage in 7-segment digits! You can connect it to your power source to see your real-time characteristics or a consumer cost to check its consumption at any time. It measures voltages up to 100V and current up to 10A (shunt resistor embedded). This device is intended for installation in a housing.

Do you want to measure a higher current? Not a problem! The device comes with a cable to connect an additional external shunt resistor that will allow you to measure even higher currents. Shunt resistors can also be found in our store.

Simple light sensor board
Simple light sensor board

Light is one of the most important things in the life of most living beings. Because of this, it is common to work with light sensors when learning about electronics. The simple light sensor features a light-dependent resistor (LDR) and a sensor on a small breakout board for easier connection. As the name suggests, the LDR will change its resistance depending on the amount of light it’s exposed to. The amount of light and resistance are inversely proportional. The more light it’s exposed to, the less resistance it will have. Thus, if there’s more light, the board will have a resistance of a few hundred Ohms. If the resistor is in the dark, it will have a resistance of several thousand Ohms.

 

The main benefit of this board is ability to give analog and digital output. By setting the potenciometer on the board, you are able to get digital signal at the DO pin when signal crosses certain value, while analog values will be present on the AO pin at all times.

Simple soil humidity sensor
Simple soil humidity sensor

How many times have you watered your plants and feared you’re overdoing it? With the simple soil humidity sensor, those worries are a thing of the past! This two-part sensor is straightforward to use. The two exposed prongs go into the soil and send the humidity information to the sensor via the connected wire. The more water is in the ground, the better the results will be.

The two pieces are connected with the provided JST-SH 2-pin cable. The sensor uses the LM393 differential comparator. The main benefit of this board is ability to give analog and digital output. By setting the potentiometer on the board, you are able to get digital signal at the DO pin when signal crosses certain value, while analog values will be present on the AO pin at all times.

DHT22 temperature and humidity sensor
DHT22 temperature and humidity sensor

DHT22 is a temperature and humidity sensor with even more precise reading comparing to DHT11.

 

Out of stock Enviromental sensor BME280 breakout
Enviromental sensor BME280 breakout

BME280 is an atmospheric sensor which measures 3 values: temperature, pressure, and humidity. Additionally, it is possible to calculate elevation. It is simple to use since it communicates via I2C and it is extra small sized so it can be put anywhere. Everything you need to know about the atmospheric condition – this sensor can measure for you; just ideal for meteorological station projects! This board comes with two easyC connectors, providing easy connections.

PM2.5 dust sensor GP2Y1010AU0F
PM2.5 dust sensor GP2Y1010AU0F

The dust sensor inside has an infrared LED and an IR receptor. This allows it to detect even the smallest interruption of the light flux from the diodes to the detector and to register this as a dust particle. It is also effective in detecting other finer particles, such as those found in cigarette smoke. It gives an analog value as output, which you can connect to the analog input of a microcontroller and accurately measure air quality.

Phototransistor 5mm
Phototransistor 5mm

A phototransistor is a component that is able to detect light. This phototransistor is special because (due to their dark lenses) it detects infrared (IR) light better than the other. Therefore, it is practical for fire detection, sunlight etc.

 

Soldered has created a module with an LM393 voltage comparator using this sensor. Check it out here.

Hall effect sensor breakout with analog output
Hall effect sensor breakout with analog output

The hall effect sensor (Hall Effect sensor) will be able to detect the magnetic field in its vicinity thanks to the aforementioned physical law. A magnetic field that can be created by a magnet, a current flowing through a conductor or some third source, the Hall effect sensor will recognize each. The stronger the magnetic field, the higher the voltage will be at the output of this sensor, so it is a sensor with analog output.

 

Dimensions: 22 mm x 22 mm
Logic voltage level: 0V – 5V
Operating voltage: 2.25V – 5V
Sensor: SI7211-B-00-IV
Output: analog
Mounting holes: 2

Stainless steel water level sensor
Stainless steel water level sensor
The float sensor allows you to detect the height of water or some other liquid in the tank. This float sensor works on the principle of magnets and magnetic (reed) switches. Usually, it is mounted on the bottom or top of the tank, and when in water, the floating part with a magnet, triggers the magnetic switch. This alteration can be detected and trigger a certain action; eg filling the tank or launch alert. Sensor itself is made out of stainless steel and it won’t rust in humid enviroments.
Water flow meter
Water flow meter

The water flow meter allows you to find out the amount of water that has passed through the sensor in units of liters per minute. It consists of a plastic valve, a water-rotating rotor and a hall effect sensor. When water passes through the rotor, it rotates at different speeds, which the hall effect sensor measures. This signal is read and converted to L / min.

 

• Voltage: 5-18VDC
Measuring range: 1-30 L/min
• Maximum presure: 2.0MPa
Maximum operating current: 15mA
Tube diameter: 1/2”

100k NTC thermistor
100k NTC thermistor

NTC (Negative Temperature Coefficient) is a  resistor with variable resistance that changes depending on the temperature. The advantage of NTC is that it can measure a large temperature range, and measuring it with a voltage divider is very easy.

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