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.
Vishay TSSP58P38 IR Detector Module, 38kHz, Automatic Gain (3-Pack)
SKU: PL-2463 | Brand: Pololu
The Vishay TSSP58P38 is a unique modulated IR receiver that is designed for IR brightness detection instead of data communication for remote control. This sensor can be used with a 38 kHz modulated IR emitter an...
Delivered by Wed 17 Jun
Photo Interrupter - GP1A57HRJ00F
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,...
Delivered by Wed 17 Jun
Piezo Vibration Sensor - Small Horizontal
SKU: SF-SEN-09198 | Brand: SparkFun
The Minisense 100 from Measurement Specialties is a low-cost cantilever-type vibration sensor loaded by a mass to offer high sensitivity at low frequencies. Useful for detecting vibration and ‘tap’ inputs from a user....
Delivered by Fri 26 Jun
Piezo Vibration Sensor - Large with Mass
SKU: SF-SEN-09197 | Brand: SparkFun
A flexible piezo vibration sensor from Measurement Specialties, commonly used for detecting flex, touch, vibration, and shock. The PVDF polymer film generates a small AC voltage (up to ±90 V) when it moves, which can ...
Delivered by Fri 26 Jun
SST Liquid Level Sensor
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...
Delivered by Fri 26 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 17 Jun
PSP 2-Axis Analog Thumb Joystick
SKU: AF-444 | Brand: Adafruit
Add a tiny joystick to your project with this PSP thumbstick. This is a replacement component for PSP1000's, but we think they'd make for a great little joystick/thumbstick add-on for a wearable, or portable pro...
Delivered by Wed 17 Jun
Panel Temperature Meter / -30 to +70 °C
SKU: AF-576 | Brand: Adafruit
Put a temperature meter anywhere with this very handy display. This panel meter displays the temperature of the attached waterproof 1% thermistor in °C. It does require a DC voltage to run, at 4.5-30VDC. It has revers...
Delivered by Tue 7 Jul
Weather-proof Ultrasonic Sensor
SKU: DF-SEN0207 | Brand: DFRobot
INTRODUCTION 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 develop...
Delivered by Fri 26 Jun
Gravity: Arduino Infrared Motion Sensor
SKU: DF-SEN0018 | Brand: DFRobot
This is a simple to use arduino 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 sensor c...
Delivered by Wed 17 Jun
RFID Button - 16mm (125kHz)
SKU: SF-SEN-09417 | Brand: SparkFun
This is a simple, thumbnail-size RFID tag. These tags are great for sensing presence, identification, etc., and they’re small, so they can be easily sewn into clothing or inserted into enclosures. Each tag comes with ...
Delivered by Wed 17 Jun
SparkPNT GNSS Flex Module - LG290P - SparkFun Electronics
SKU: SF-GPS-28139 | Brand: SparkFun
The SparkPNT GNSS Flex Module delivers centimetre-level RTK positioning using the Quectel LG290P receiver with quad-band support (L1, L2, L5, E6/L6) and multi-constellation tracking across GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BDS, ...
Delivered by Fri 26 Jun
TFS20-L ToF LiDAR Sensor (20m, Sunlight Resistant, 1.35g)
SKU: DF-SEN0672 | Brand: DFRobot
The Benewake TFS20-L is an ultra-compact ToF LiDAR sensor weighing just 1.35g. With 20m range, centimetre-level accuracy, and 100K LUX sunlight resistance, it's designed for drones, robots, and space-constrained appli...
Delivered by Wed 17 Jun
Yahboom K230 vision module + Adjustable Bracket
SKU: YH-3000101267 | Brand: Yahboom
Yahboom K230 vision module is a high-performance, low-power embedded AI vision processing module designed for edge computing scenarios. It is designed based on the end-side AloT chip of the RISC-V architecture, with 6...
Delivered by Wed 17 Jun
IP68 Underwater Ultrasonic Obstacle Avoidance Sensor (6m, UART)
SKU: DF-SEN0599 | Brand: DFRobot
An underwater ultrasonic obstacle avoidance sensor designed specifically for submerged applications. With an IP68 protection rating and a measurement range of 5–600 cm, it enables underwater vehicles to detect and avo...
Delivered by Fri 26 Jun
Threshold Formaldehyde HCHO Detection Sensor (0-20ppm)
SKU: DF-SEN0595 | Brand: DFRobot
##Introduction This formaldehyde gas sensor differs from most gas sensors on the market as it does not provide specific gas concentration data. Instead, it detects whether the surrounding environment exceeds or falls ...
Delivered by Fri 26 Jun
RGB-D 3D ToF Sensor Camera (Supports ROS1 and ROS2)
SKU: DF-SEN0583 | Brand: DFRobot
##Introduction The RGB-D camera is a 3D time-of-flight camera module with RGB capabilities, boasting a resolution of 320×240 and an inertial measurement unit (IMU). It effortlessly acquires all RGB-D data through a US...
Delivered by Fri 26 Jun
3D ToF Depth Sensor Camera with 1.14 Inch LCD Screen (0.15~1.5m, supports ROS1 and ROS2)
SKU: DF-SEN0581 | Brand: DFRobot
The DFRobot 3D ToF (Time-of-Flight) Depth Sensor Camera combines a BL702 processor with a 100×100 ToF sensor to measure distances from 0.15 to 1.5 metres. A built-in 1.14-inch LCD screen provides real-time preview of ...
Delivered by Fri 26 Jun
Threshold Carbon Monoxide Detection Sensor (0-1000ppm)
SKU: DF-SEN0596 | Brand: DFRobot
##Introduction This carbon monoxide gas sensor differs from most gas sensors on the market as it does not provide specific gas concentration data. Instead, it detects whether the surrounding environment exceeds or fal...
Delivered by Fri 26 Jun
RPLiDAR S3 - 360 Degree Smaller Size TOF Laser Range Scanner (40m)
SKU: DF-DFR1097 | Brand: DFRobot
##Introduction SLAMTEC self-developed SL-TOF (SLAMTEC Direct Time-of-Flight)SLAMTEC self-developed L-T0F distance measurement technology improves environmental light immunity and measurement accuracy.A stable and fixe...
Delivered by Fri 26 Jun
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