Sensors & Input
Explore our extensive range of sensor modules and input devices, stocked locally for fast delivery across Australia. Whether you're building a weather station, robot, or smart home project, you'll find temperature, humidity, gas, motion, distance, pressure, and biometric sensors to suit any application.
Perfect for Arduino and Raspberry Pi makers, STEM students, and professional developers alike. From IMUs and GPS modules to NFC readers and data loggers, everything you need to add real-world sensing to your next project is right here.
Rotary Encoder
SKU: SF-COM-09117 | Brand: SparkFun
This is a 12-step rotary encoder with a nice ‘clicking’ feel. It’s breadboard friendly, and has a pretty handy select switch (by pushing in on the knob). The encoder is different from a potentiometer in that an enc...
Delivered by Thu 30 Jul
RPLIDAR A1M8 - 360 Degree Laser Scanner Development Kit
SKU: DF-DFR0315 | Brand: DFRobot
FEATURESAPPLICATIONSSPECIFICATIONSNote: It has been newest Model: A1M8 --2017/5/15 DOCUMENTS SLAMTEC Website Development Kit SDK & Datasheet Related Rplidar Review by Gavin (@MechatronicsGuy) ICP-SLAM based on Rob...
Delivered by Tue 11 Aug
Gravity: Arduino Analog Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor- Corrosion Resistant
SKU: DF-SEN0193 | Brand: DFRobot
The Gravity Analogue Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor measures soil moisture using capacitive sensing rather than resistive probes, providing significantly better corrosion resistance and longer service life. Made from...
Delivered by Tue 11 Aug
Round 2D Codes Scanner Module, Barcode/QR code Reader, With LED Indicator, Small Size, Easy to Integrate
SKU: WS-25515 | Brand: Waveshare
Round 2D Codes Scanner Module, Barcode/QR code Reader, With LED Indicator, Small Size, Easy to Integrate 2D Codes Scanner Module 1D/2D Codes Recognition | Small Size | Screen scanning The Barcode ...
Delivered by Mon 24 Aug
Rotary Encoder Module Brick Sensor
SKU: LB-00111 | Brand: Little Bird
Description:The rotary encoder is used to measure the speed and with PWM technology can achieve rapid speed devicesWith fixed bolt hole for easy installationGreat for DIY projectSpecification:Model: KY-040Workin...
Delivered by Thu 30 Jul
Gravity: Analog pH Sensor/Meter Kit V2
SKU: DF-SEN0161-V2 | Brand: DFRobot
The Gravity Analog pH Sensor/Meter Kit V2 is designed to measure the pH of liquids, indicating acidity or alkalinity on a scale of 0–14. It's commonly used in aquaponics, aquaculture, hydroponics, and environmental wa...
Delivered by Tue 11 Aug
Rotary Encoder + Extras
SKU: AF-377 | Brand: Adafruit
This high-quality 24-pulse rotary encoder features detented rotation with a satisfying click at each step, a built-in push-button switch, and a panel-mount design. It comes with a soft-touch knob with an arrow indicat...
Delivered by Thu 30 Jul
Gravity: Lightning Distance Sensor
SKU: DF-SEN0290 | Brand: DFRobot
Gravity: Lightning Sensor employs AMS innovative AS3935 Franklin lightning sensor IC and Coilcraft MA5532-AE dedicated antenna to detect lightning distance, intensity, and frequency within a radius of 40km both indoor...
Delivered by Thu 30 Jul
Gravity: Arduino ORP Meter V1.0
SKU: DF-SEN0165 | Brand: DFRobot
In the ever-increasing need and awareness for health and safety, water has become a focus point for proper disinfection treatment as aftereffects of industrialization can become a danger for contamination of water...
Delivered by Thu 30 Jul
Gravity: Analog Infrared CO2 Sensor For Arduino (0~5000 ppm)
SKU: DF-SEN0219 | Brand: DFRobot
The concentration of carbon dioxide (0.03% usuallly) is related to daily life. Recently, there's a study showing that the atmospheric CO2 content has reached 0.0385% (385 ppm) which is the highest value since 2.1 ...
Delivered by Thu 30 Jul
RPLiDAR C1 - DTOF LiDAR 360° Laser Range Scanner (12m, IP54)
SKU: DF-DFR1138 | Brand: DFRobot
##Introduction The RPLIDAR C1 is a new generation fusion-type DTOF (Direct Time of Flight) laser scanner from SLAMTEC. This advanced LIDAR system excels in high-definition detection of small and nearby objects, offeri...
Delivered by Tue 11 Aug
5V IR Photoelectric Switch (4m)
SKU: DF-SEN0523 | Brand: DFRobot
This IR break-beam photoelectric switch detects objects by sending an invisible infrared beam from an emitter to a receiver. When a non-transparent object passes between the two and breaks the beam, the receiver outpu...
Delivered by Tue 11 Aug
Ambient Light Sensor(0-200klx)
SKU: DF-SEN0390 | Brand: DFRobot
A high-precision ambient light sensor housed in a transparent semisphere case for optimal light-gathering performance. With a wide 0–200 klx detection range and I2C communication, this sensor is ideal for applications...
Delivered by Tue 11 Aug
ME007YS Waterproof Ultrasonic Sensor
SKU: DF-SEN0312 | Brand: DFRobot
The ME007YS is a waterproof ultrasonic distance sensor designed for non-contact liquid level measurement and other distance sensing applications. With an IP67-rated sealed probe and UART serial output, it delivers rel...
Delivered by Tue 11 Aug
Adafruit Ultimate GPS Logger Shield - Includes GPS Module
SKU: AF-1272 | Brand: Adafruit
The Adafruit Ultimate GPS Logger Shield combines the popular Ultimate GPS module with a MicroSD card slot, giving your Arduino a complete GPS datalogging solution. Built around the MTK3339 chipset, it tracks up to 22 ...
Delivered by Thu 30 Jul
Gravity: Arduino pH Sensor Meter Pro
SKU: DF-SEN0169 | Brand: DFRobot
This is a professional Arduino pH Sensor Meter Kit with industrial electrode. It has built-in simple, convenient , practical connection and long life (up to 1 year), which makes it very suitable for long term onli...
Delivered by Tue 11 Aug
Anemometer Kit (0-5V)
SKU: DF-SEN0170 | Brand: DFRobot
A three-cup anemometer kit with 0–5V analog voltage output for building custom weather stations and wind monitoring systems. The aluminium alloy construction provides high strength, weather resistance, and corrosion r...
Delivered by Thu 30 Jul
Adafruit Ultimate GPS FeatherWing
SKU: AF-3133 | Brand: Adafruit
The Adafruit Ultimate GPS FeatherWing brings precise, low-power GPS to the Feather ecosystem. Built around the MTK3339 chipset, it tracks up to 22 satellites on 66 channels with -165 dBm sensitivity and delivers up to...
Delivered by Thu 30 Jul
Weatherproof Ultrasonic Sensor with Separate Probe
SKU: DF-SEN0208 | Brand: DFRobot
Most ultrasonic distance sensors aren't waterproof which can be a problem if you need your project to withstand the elements outdoors. No need to worry any more! We have developed waterproof ultrasonic distance senso...
Delivered by Thu 30 Jul
Gravity: Arduino Digital Water Flow Sensor - 1/8
SKU: DF-SEN0216 | Brand: DFRobot
The Water Flow sensor measures the rate of a liquid flowing through it. The YF-S401 water flow sensor consists of a plastic valve body, flow rotor and hall effect sensor. It is usually used at the inlet end to det...
Delivered by Tue 11 Aug
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