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.
Ultrasonic Distance Sensor HC-SR04
SKU: LB-LR0230 | Brand: Little Bird
The HC-SR04 is a widely used ultrasonic distance sensor that measures distances from 2cm to 500cm (approximately 5 metres) with 1cm resolution. It works by emitting a 40kHz ultrasonic pulse, then measuring the time it...
Delivered by Wed 10 Jun
Soil Moisture Sensor
SKU: LB-LR0040 | Brand: Little Bird
This versatile soil moisture sensor is designed for easy integration with both Arduino and Raspberry Pi projects, making it a great choice for hobbyists and developers alike. It features both analog and adjustable ...
Delivered by Wed 10 Jun
Temperature and Humidity Sensor Module DHT11
SKU: LB-LR0029 | Brand: Little Bird
DHT11 Temperature and Humidity sensor is as powerful as it used to be but easier to use. This DHT11 Arduino temperature and humidity sensor has a full range temperature compensation, low power consumption...
Delivered by Wed 10 Jun
Capacitive Touch Sensor for Arduino
SKU: LB-LR0214-47 | Brand: Little Bird
This is a touch sensor for Arduino. This sensor is a toggle output type: touch-on then touch-off. Onboard TTP223 touch capacitive touch sensor IC. With an on-board-level status indicator. Wor...
Delivered by Wed 10 Jun
TCS3200 RGB Color Sensor For Arduino
SKU: DF-SEN0101 | Brand: DFRobot
An RGB colour sensor breakout board based on the TAOS TCS3200 chip, with four built-in white LEDs for illumination. The TCS3200 can detect and measure a wide range of visible colours by converting light intensity to a...
Delivered by Fri 19 Jun
Tilt Sensor Module
SKU: LB-TILT | Brand: Little Bird
A simple tilt sensor module that detects orientation changes. When tilted, the internal conductive ball breaks the circuit; when returned upright, it reconnects — providing a digital output signal. It's a compact, low...
Delivered by Wed 10 Jun
mmWave - C4001 24GHz Human Presence Detection Sensor (25 Meters, UART)
SKU: DF-SEN0609 | Brand: DFRobot
C4001 24GHz Millimeter-Wave Presence Sensor (25 m Range) The C4001 Millimeter-Wave Presence Sensor is a high-precision FMCW radar module designed for reliable human presence, motion, and distance detection. Operating ...
Delivered by Fri 19 Jun
Industrial 8-Channel Digital Input & Output Module (Modbus RTU)
SKU: WS-26244 | Brand: Waveshare
An RS485-controlled industrial I/O module with 8 isolated digital inputs and 8 open-drain digital outputs, communicating via the Modbus RTU protocol. Multiple protection layers — power isolation, magnetic isolation, T...
Delivered by Wed 10 Jun
Alcohol sensor for Arduino
SKU: LB-LR0205 | Brand: Little Bird
An alcohol sensor module for Arduino with both digital (TTL) and analog output. It detects alcohol vapour in the 10–1000 PPM range, with analog output voltage increasing proportionally with concentration. The module a...
Delivered by Wed 10 Jun
Laser Detector module
SKU: LB-LS1177 | Brand: Little Bird
Laser Detector Module Want to set up your own laser tripwire? These little modules make it super simple. Just hook one up to your Arduino, line it up with a laser pointer, and you’ve got a working laser detection syst...
Delivered by Wed 10 Jun
Ultrasonic Distance Sensor - HC-SR04
SKU: SF-SEN-15569 | Brand: SparkFun
This is the HC-SR04 ultrasonic distance sensor. This economical sensor provides 2cm to 400cm of non-contact measurement functionality with a ranging accuracy that can reach up to 3mm. Each HC-SR04 module includes an u...
Delivered by Wed 10 Jun
RS485 Waterproof Ambient Light Sensor (0-200,000 Lux)
SKU: DF-SEN0644 | Brand: DFRobot
Introduction The Waterproof Digital Ambient Light Sensor is a durable and versatile device designed to measure light intensity from 0 to 200,000 Lux. It utilizes the Modbus-RTU 485 communication protocol and operates ...
Delivered by Fri 19 Jun
Gravity: Infrared Light Photo Interrupter Module (Wavelength 940nm)
SKU: DF-DFR1129 | Brand: DFRobot
##Introduction The Gravity: Photo Interrupter Module integrates a high-performance ITR9608 photoelectric switch. Its compact design and easy operation make it an ideal choice for electronic projects and applications. ...
Delivered by Fri 19 Jun
Waterproof Mirror Reflection Photoelectric Sensor Switch (10~100cm)
SKU: DF-SEN0580 | Brand: DFRobot
What is Mirror Reflection Photoelectric Sensor Switch?A mirror reflection photoelectric sensor switch is a type of photoelectric sensor that uses a reflector to detect the presence or absence of an object. It work...
Delivered by Fri 19 Jun
Ring Inductive Proximity Sensor (15mm Hole Diameter)
SKU: DF-FIT0762 | Brand: DFRobot
These Inductive Ring Proximity sensors are designed to detect metal objects entering or passing through the ring. They operate on a 6-36V power supply and offer NPN output. The sensor features less than 1ms response t...
Delivered by Fri 19 Jun
Grove - Button
SKU: SS-101020003 | Brand: Seeed Studio
A simple momentary push button module in the Grove form factor. When pressed it outputs a HIGH signal; when released it returns to LOW. The button includes a built-in pull-down resistor, so it's ready to use as a digi...
Delivered by Wed 10 Jun
Mini Touch Kit
SKU: DF-SEN0104 | Brand: DFRobot
This is a cool touch sensor from DFRobot. You can hook it up to the IO Expansion shield (for arduino) directly. It includes a metallic tape with a sticky side. This make it possible for you to place your sensors...
Delivered by Fri 19 Jun
RS485 Photoelectric Solar Radiation Sensor (400-1100nm)
SKU: DF-SEN0640 | Brand: DFRobot
The RS485 Photoelectric Solar Radiation Sensor is designed for precise solar radiation measurement within the 400-1100nm spectral range. Utilizing the photoelectric principle, it converts sunlight into electric...
Delivered by Fri 19 Jun
MODBUS-RTU RS485 Soil EC and pH Monitoring Sensor (IP68, 5-30V)
SKU: DF-SEN0603 | Brand: DFRobot
##Introduction The soil electrical conductivity (EC) and pH sensor operate within a wide voltage range of 5-30V, transmit data via RS485 using the MODBUS-RTU protocol, and deliver quick, reliable responses with minima...
Delivered by Fri 19 Jun
Intelligent Rain Detection Module
SKU: DF-SEN0545 | Brand: DFRobot
This smart rain sensor offers a fast way to detect rainfall change on glass in real-time free from effects like sunlight, dust, leaves, etc., and feeds back information (no rain, light rain, moderate rain, or heavy ra...
Delivered by Fri 19 Jun
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