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.
PIR Motion Sensor
SKU: LB-00158 | Brand: Little Bird
This PIR sensor is suitable for use with Arduino and Raspberry PI. The 3.3v logic level is very handy as it allows you to use this sensor with 3.3v Arduinos like the Due or Pro Mini as well as 5V like the Uno as 3....
Delivered by Wed 10 Jun
Arduino Line Trace Sensor Module
SKU: LB-LR0005 | Brand: Little Bird
The Line Trace Sensor Module uses an infrared emitter/detector pair to measure the reflectivity of a surface below it. When the reflectivity exceeds an adjustable threshold, the output goes low — making it ideal for b...
Delivered by Wed 10 Jun
PIR (motion) sensor
SKU: AF-189 | Brand: Adafruit
PIR sensors are used to detect motion from pets/humanoids from about 20 feet away (possibly works on zombies, not guaranteed). This one has an adjustable delay before firing (approx 2-4 seconds), adjustable sensiti...
Delivered by Wed 10 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
Grove - Sound Sensor
SKU: SS-101020023 | Brand: Seeed Studio
The Sound sensor module is a simple microphone. Based on the power amplifier LM386 and the electret microphone, it can be used to detect the sound strength of the environment. The value of output can be adjusted b...
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
RS485 Photosynthetically Active Radiation (PAR) Sensor (400-700nm)
SKU: DF-SEN0641 | Brand: DFRobot
The RS485 PAR Sensor measures photosynthetically active radiation in the 400–700 nm wavelength range — the light spectrum that plants use for photosynthesis. It converts incident radiation into a signal proportional t...
Delivered by Wed 10 Jun
RS485 MODBUS-RTU Soil NPK Measure Sensor for for Efficient Agricultural (IP68, 5-30V)
SKU: DF-SEN0605 | Brand: DFRobot
##Introduction The Soil Sensor is designed to measure and monitor the nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) levels in soil, enabling the optimization of soil fertility and creating ideal conditions for plant...
Delivered by Fri 19 Jun
PIR in case
SKU: LB-PIR-CABLE | Brand: Little Bird
A compact passive infrared (PIR) motion sensor housed in a protective case with a 45cm cable. Detects motion within a 6-metre range and 120° field of view, making it ideal for security systems, automatic lighting, and...
Delivered by Wed 10 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
Vibration Sensor Module for Arduino
SKU: DF-SEN0433 | Brand: DFRobot
A digital vibration sensor module that detects vibration using an internal inductance coil. When vibration is detected, the module outputs a LOW signal and its on-board LED indicator lights up. Sensitivity is adjustab...
Delivered by Fri 19 Jun
PIR Motion Sensor (JST)
SKU: SF-SEN-13285 | Brand: SparkFun
This is a simple to use motion sensor. Power it up and wait 1-2 seconds for the sensor to get a snapshot of the still room. If anything moves after that period, the ‘alarm’ pin will go low.This unit works great from 5...
Delivered by Wed 10 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
RS485 Ultraviolet (UV) Intensity Measure Sensor (290-390nm, UVA, UVB)
SKU: DF-SEN0642 | Brand: DFRobot
An industrial-grade RS485 UV sensor that measures ultraviolet intensity (0–15 mW/cm²) and UV index (0–15) across the 290–390 nm wavelength range, covering both UVA and UVB bands. It communicates via the Modbus-RTU pro...
Delivered by Fri 19 Jun
RS485 4-in-1 Soil Moisture, Temperature, pH & EC Sensor for Smart Agriculture (IP68, 5-30V)
SKU: DF-SEN0604 | Brand: DFRobot
##Introduction The 4-in-1 soil sensor is designed to monitor key soil parameters: temperature, humidity, electrical conductivity (EC), and pH. With its wide voltage power supply range of 5-30V and RS485 data transmiss...
Delivered by Fri 19 Jun
RS485 Soil pH, Moisture, and Temperature Monitoring Sensor in Soil-less Cultivation (Anti-corrosion, 5-30V)
SKU: DF-SEN0602 | Brand: DFRobot
##Introduction This RS485 soil temperature, humidity, and pH sensor supports a broad voltage power supply range (5-30V) and communicates data through the reliable MODBUS-RTU protocol, allowing for seamless integration...
Delivered by Fri 19 Jun
RS485 Soil Temperature, Moisture, and EC Sensor for Precision Irrigation and Climate Control in Greenhouses (IP68, 5-30V)
SKU: DF-SEN0601 | Brand: DFRobot
The RS485 Soil Sensor provides real-time monitoring of soil temperature, moisture, and electrical conductivity (EC) in a single rugged probe. It communicates via the MODBUS-RTU protocol over RS485, making it easy to i...
Delivered by Fri 19 Jun
RS485 MODBUS-RTU Soil Temperature & Moisture Sensor for Automatic Irrigation System (IP68, Compatible with Arduino)
SKU: DF-SEN0600 | Brand: DFRobot
##Introduction The RS485 Soil Sensor is designed for real-time monitoring of soil temperature and humidity, ideal for large-scale agricultural applications, greenhouse management, and fruit orchards' automatic irrigat...
Delivered by Fri 19 Jun
2-Channel Level Converter (12V to 5V)
SKU: DF-DFR0912 | Brand: DFRobot
The 2-Channel Level Converter translates 12V signals down to 5V using optocoupler isolation, making it easy to interface industrial sensors and PLC signals with 5V microcontrollers like Arduino. It supports common ano...
Delivered by Fri 19 Jun
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