Hi seekers! Welcome to another article discussing a sensor from the MQ gas sensor series. Today, we are discussing the MQ-9 gas sensor, which can detect gases like carbon monoxide, CH4, and LPG. It has a long life and a simple structure, and the heart of this gas sensor is the sensing element on the heating circuit. Usually, such sensors are part of large projects where they sense the target gas and send a signal for any alarming condition.We’ll begin the discussion with the basic introduction of this sensor in which we’ll discuss the basic parts and their duties. After that, we’ll move towards the datasheet elements and study this sensor's features, specifications, and other details. You will also see its working principles and diagrams to understand the concept. In the end, there will be ...
Hi readers! I hope you are fine and spending each day learning more about technology. Today, the subject of discussion is the ADXL345 3-Axis Digital Accelerometer. It may be something you were aware of or something new and unique.
The ADXL345 is a small form factor, high dynamic range, low power-consuming accelerometer designed by Analog Devices. It is used extensively in consumer electronics and is also applied in automotive systems to develop applications such as motion sensing and orientation detection, industrial automation, healthcare with applications such as vibration analysis, and so on.
This accelerometer offers range options of ±2g through to ±16g, up to 13-bit output resolution and integrated motion sensor samples that include tap, double tap, and free-fall. Due to its low en ...
Hi readers! Hopefully, you are well and exploring technology daily. Today, the topic of our discourse is the MiCS5524 CO, Alcohol, and VOC Gas Sensor Module. You might already know about it or something new and different.
MiCS5524 is a multi-gas sensor module designed to detect a wide range of gases, including Carbon Monoxide, Alcohol, and Volatile Organic Compounds. Utilizing Metal Oxide Semiconductor (MOS) technology, this sensor is highly sensitive and reliable in concentration measurements and, thus, very apt for applications in air quality monitoring, industrial safety, environmental protection, and automotive systems.
The MiCS5524 works on the principle of a heated metal oxide layer, which reacts with the target gases. On contact of gas molecules with the sensor, the molecules cau ...
Hi reader! Hopefully, you are well and exploring technology daily. Today, the topic of our discourse is VCNL4040 Proximity and Ambient Light Sensor. You might already know about it or something new and different. The VCNL4040 is a high-performance sensor integrating proximity sensing and ambient light measurement into a compact and efficient package. Based on photodiode technology, it guarantees high accuracy and reliable performance in different environmental conditions, thus ideal for modern applications. With multiple sensing functionalities combined in a single unit, the VCNL4040 simplifies the design and reduces the footprint of devices requiring both proximity detection and ambient light measurement.
This infrared emitter and photodiode are integrated with an analog-to-digital conve ...
Hi readers! Welcome to another article where we are discussing the MQ family members. Today, our motto is to learn about the MQ-5 natural liquified petroleum gas (LPG) sensor. The gas sensing material used in this sensor is known as tin dioxide(SnO2). It detects the natural LPG in the surroundings as soon as the core material of this sensor comes in contact with the LPG. This will be explained in simple words in this article.
Today, we’ll start learning about the basic introduction of the MQ-5 natural LPG sensor. After that, we’ll move towards its datasheet element, where we are going to see the specifications and features of the sensor, along with the pinout configuration and internal structure. We’ll also see the working principle and applications of the MQ-5 natural LPG sensor, and a ...
Hi friends! Welcome to another article in which we are highlighting the basic details of a gas sensor from the MQ sensor series. Today, our focus is on the MQ136 hydrogen sulfide gas sensor that instantly detects the presence of the sulfide gas and sends the signals through digital and analog pins to the output devices for timely indication.
Our mission is to understand the basic introduction of this sensor, so we’ll go through it and see the main points of its datasheet, such as its features and specifications. After that, we'll move towards the working principle and physical dimensions of MQ136, and consequently, there will be a discussion of the basic applications where this sensor is widely used. I am sure it is going to be a useful study for you, so let’s get started.
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Hey readers! I hope you are having a good day. Today, we are learning the basics of another MQ sensor family, the MQ-3. This sensor is designed for the detection of alcoholic gases in the air surrounding it. Gas sensors are widely used in multiple applications, and they provide information to the other components of the circuit. In the air, it can detect the 25-500ppm alcohol gas concentration and is a highly sensitive detector. We are going to study it thoroughly from scratch.
In this article, we are going to start the discussion with the basic introduction of this sensor. We’ll understand its datasheet and will know the basic details about its internal and external structure. After that, we’ll move towards the features, specifications, and best platform to buy these sensors. Then, we’l ...
Hi readers! Hopefully, you are well and exploring technology daily. Today, the topic of our discourse is the VL6180 Time-of-Flight (ToF) Proximity Sensor. You might already know about it or something new and different.
It is a Time-of-Flight (ToF) proximity sensor, VL6180 from STMicroelectronics. It was built specifically to accurately measure the distance of IR light. This device is actually working based on infrared emission towards an object, the reflection of that emission will travel back to the sensor for it to compute distance; and due to the time-of-flight principle applied to this kind of computation, accuracy to measurement could be well given.
One of the key features of the VL6180 is its compact form factor, which makes it ideal for integration into space-constrained applicat ...
Good day peeps! Welcome to another episode of the MQ gas sensor series and today, the topic is the MQ214 natural gas sensor. We know that natural gas is inflammable and is utilised widely for cooking and other purpose in domestic areas as well as a fuel in multiple industries. The leakage of natural gas can be the reason for the accidents and its accumulation may even result in the explosion. Moreover, continuous inhalation of this gas can cause health issues such as nausea, dizziness, and headaches therefore, instant detection of its leakage is crucial. For this, one of the best options is MQ214 because it has a fast response time, low power consumption and is easily available.
In this article, we are discussing the fundamental points about this sensor. We’ll see its basic introduction ...
Hello friends, I hope you all are doing great. In today's tutorial, we are gonna have a look at detailed Introduction to ACS712. ACS712 is an AC or DC current sensor, which is used to measure AC or DC current. You should also have a look at Difference between AC & DC Power, that will help. The maximum value of AC and DC which can be measured is 30A, its output current signal can be read via analog I/O port of Arduino. It is also available in 5A and 20A version which provides precise and economical solutions for AC or DC current sensing in industrial and commercial systems.
ACS712 consists of a precise and low offset linear Hall sensor circuit with a copper conduction path located near the surface of the die. ACS712 is used in different industrial projects and commercial electr ...
