Sensors & Input

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...

SKU: DF-DFR0028 | Brand: DFRobot

This is an arduino tilt sensor. It is used to detect orientation. Inside the sensor, there is a ball that make contact with the pins when the case is upright. Tilt the sensor over and the balls don't touch, thus n...

SKU: DF-SEN0511 | Brand: DFRobot

This waterproof DS18B20 digital temperature sensor delivers accurate readings over a simple 1-Wire interface, requiring just a single data pin on your microcontroller. The sealed probe and silicone lead wire make it i...

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...

SKU: DF-SEN0388 | Brand: DFRobot

This is a non-contact ultrasonic ranging sensor of high-performance from URM09 series, employing standard PH2.0-3P Gravity vertical interface. It provides an accuracy of 1% within an effective measuring range of 2~500...

SKU: DF-TEL0119 | Brand: DFRobot

The USB/TTL Raspberry Pi GPS Tracker is a compact GPS location module built around the L80-39 chip. With 66 search channels and 22 simultaneous tracking channels, it delivers fast satellite acquisition and reliable po...

SKU: SF-SEN-09299 | Brand: SparkFun

The GP1A57HRJ00F is a slotted optical sensor (photo interrupter) with an infrared emitter on one upright and a shielded infrared detector on the other. When an object passes through the 10 mm gap between the uprights,...

SKU: SF-SEN-13835 | Brand: SparkFun

The SST Liquid Level Sensor provides single-point liquid detection via a TTL-compatible push/pull output. Its miniature optical design allows installation in tight spaces where traditional float switches won't fit. A...

SKU: DF-SEN0454 | Brand: DFRobot

A relay-output water leak detector with NO/NC (normally open/normally closed) switching. When water contacts the two sensing probes, the built-in relay triggers — suitable for activating alarms or shutting off equipme...

SKU: DF-SEN0289 | Brand: DFRobot

Do you want to switch lights by just shaking your hand? However, you may don't want to use a complicated and costly triple axis accelerometer. This digital shake sensor is sure to meet your needs. The digital shake s...

SKU: DF-SEN0352 | Brand: DFRobot

The DFRobot URM13 is a compact ultrasonic ranging sensor with an open single-probe design. It supports three communication methods — TRIG pulse (SR04-compatible), UART, and I2C — making it versatile for a wide range o...

SKU: SF-SEN-10313 | Brand: SparkFun

The RPI-1031 is a 4-directional tilt sensor that detects orientation using internal infrared emitters and detectors. Unlike simple single-axis tilt switches, this sensor can distinguish between multiple orientations, ...

SKU: DF-SEN0006 | Brand: DFRobot

The latest model SRF05 Detection range of 3 cm from the original SRF04 -3 m, increased to 1 cm -4 meters. RF04 is compatible with the original. Also has smaller side lobes. Ultrasonic module can be used to identi...

SKU: AF-4007 | Brand: Adafruit

If you're like me, you've dreamed of being a dolphin - smoothly gliding through the water. Using your echo-location abilities to detect tasty fish treats. Until genetic modifications catches up with our desires, we'll...

SKU: EF-EF10030 | Brand: ElecFreaks

A passive infrared (PIR) motion sensor module based on the BISS0001 IC, capable of detecting human movement at up to 7 metres. Outputs a digital high signal when motion is detected, making it easy to interface with Ar...

SKU: TR-GIZTOUCH | Brand: 4tronix

The Playground system is an easy way to connect from Crumble, Raspberry Pi or BBC micro:bit to useful GizmosThe Touch Gizmo provides an easy way to make an input that is Active (High) when touched, or inactive (Low) w...

SKU: SF-SEN-14032 | Brand: SparkFun

It’s back! This is the LIDAR-Lite v3, a compact, high-performance optical distance measurement sensor from Garmin™. When space and weight requirements are tight, the LIDAR-Lite v3 soars. The LIDAR-Lite v3 is the ideal...