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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Hello friends, I hope you all are doing great. In today's tutorial, we are gonna have a look at a detailed Introduction to HC-SR501. HC-SR501 is a motion detector sensor, that uses infrared waves for the detection of an object. It is an automatic control device, and also has large sensitivity and high reliability. It is used in auto-sensing control devices, where we need to perform motion detection.
HC-SR501 is used in industrial projects and buildings for security purposes. In today's post, we will have a look at its pinout, working, protocol, circuit diagram, etc. I will also share some links to projects where I have interfaced it with Arduino and some other microcontrollers. Friends if you have any questions please ask in the comments I will try my best to solve your problems and I w ...
Hello friends, I hope you all are doing great. In today's tutorial, we are gonna have a look at a detailed Introduction to LM35. LM35 is a type of commonly used temperature sensor, that can be used to measure temperature with an electrical output compared to the temperature in (°C). In can measure temperature in a better way than a thermistor.
LM35 is used in industries and commercial buildings where high accuracy of temperature measuring is needed. I will give you a detailed overview of this temperature sensor in today’s post where we will have a look its pinout, working, protocol, etc. I will also share some links of projects where I have interfaced it with Arduino or other microcontrollers. If you have any questions please ask in the comments, I will resolve your queries and will gu ...
Hey students! Welcome to another episode of the MQ gas sensor series. Today, we are interested to learn about the high-performance sensor that is used to detect the presence of benzene gas. This is the MQ138 gas sensor and it instantly detects the target gas because it has tin dioxide as the sensing element. Usually, it can detect multiple gases and is considered as the Volatile organic compounds (VOC) sensor but the most significant target gas of this sensor is benzene therefore, we’ll pay attention towards the discussion of the benzene detection through this sensor. Many features of this sensor resemble other members of the MQ gas sensor series and we’ll read its basic features and specifications in detail.
In this article, we’ll initiate the discussion with the basic introduction of t ...
Hi reader! Hopefully, you are well and exploring technology daily. Today, the topic of our discourse is APDS-9930 Digital Ambient Light and Proximity Sensor. You might already know about it or something new and different. The APDS-9930 is a flexible sensor that integrates ambient light sensing with proximity detection into a compact, single package. It is designed to offer high precision and closely matches the spectral response of the human eye to light, ensuring very accurate ambient light measurements. This makes it an excellent choice for adaptive brightness applications, such as smartphones, tablets, or other smart devices.
Ambient light detection by the sensor gives a wide dynamic range. Therefore, it supports low-light and high-light conditions. The proximity sensor uses an integra ...
Hi readers! I hope you are doing well and learning new things daily. Today, we have a detailed overview of the MAP(Manifold Absolute Pressure) Sensor, its working principle, types, structure, and features. The Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor is a crucial element in a vehicle's engine to control pressure. The MAP sensor measures the pressure inside the intake manifold and transmits this data to the ECU so that fuel injection, ignition timing, and air-fuel mixture can be optimized. The MAP sensor is used to ensure engine efficiency, performance, and fuel economy.
The MAP sensor functions by the transformation of manifold pressure variations into an electrical signal, which is then interpreted by the ECU to calculate engine load. It is complemented by other sensors, including the M ...
Hi readers! Welcome to a detailed exploration of the MQ gas sensor series where we are discussing the basic details of its members. This series was engineered using revolutionary technology to detect combustible and toxic gases with great efficiency. It uses the chemiresistor sensing element to detect the target gas and has a quick response time that makes it a reliable choice. These are used in multiple industries, domestic areas, offices, and other places where a chance of leakage of combustible gas occurs. This series might not be fancy, but it is designed for a long life and ensures minimal false detection for reliable output.
We are going to start the discussion with a basic introduction to this series, and then we’ll try to clear up some basic concepts in order to have the best unde ...
Hi readers! I hope you are fine and spending each day learning more about technology. Today, the subject of discussion is the MPX5010DP Pressure Sensor. It may be something you were aware of or something new and unique.
NXP Semiconductors has designed the high-accuracy, silicon-based differential pressure sensor MPX5010DP for widespread use in various applications in industrial automation, medical equipment, and automotive systems. It produces an analog voltage signal proportional to the difference of pressure between its ports for the direct measurement of differential pressure with high resolution in real-time.
The MPX5010DP has a measurement range of 0 to 10 kPa, making it ideal for low-pressure applications, such as airflow monitoring in HVAC systems and medical equipment like ...
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 ...
Hello students! I hope you are doing great. Today, I am going to share a reliable sensor that is widely used to sense the air quality in different types of projects and circuits. The increasing ratio of pollution in the air is alarming, and air quality monitoring systems are the need of the time. The MQ135 can detect and measure a wide range of gases around it and present the output in the form of digital or analogue values.In this article, we will commence by providing a fundamental introduction to this sensor, outlining the target gases it is designed to detect. Following that, an exploration of the data sheet will be done through its essential elements, incorporating features, specifications, and other basic information. Subsequently, a detailed description of the sensor's working princ ...
