Sensors & Modules
Explore a broad range of sensors and modules for electronics projects, from temperature and distance sensors to IMUs, relay modules, ADC breakouts, and liquid level sensors. Whether you're building a weather station, robotics project, or home automation system, you'll find the right component here.
Popular with Australian hobbyists, STEM educators, and professional makers, these modules work with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and other common platforms. Fast shipping across Australia to get your project moving.
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 Thu 13 Aug
Rain Drop Sensor Module
SKU: LB-24-RAIN | Brand: Little Bird
Give your projects weather awareness in seconds. This compact module detects the very first drop of rain and reports the strength of the shower, making it ideal for smart gardens, automatic window controls, mini weat...
Delivered by Thu 13 Aug
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 13 Aug
Adafruit Infrared IR Remote Transceiver - STEMMA JST PH 2mm
SKU: AF-5990 | Brand: Adafruit
The Adafruit Infrared IR Remote Transceiver combines a high-powered IR transmitter and a sensitive 38 kHz IR receiver on a single board. With two 940 nm IR LEDs (one vertical, one horizontal) driven by an onboard N-ch...
Delivered by Thu 13 Aug
AGS02MA TVOC Gas Sensor
SKU: LB-LS2708 | Brand: Little Bird
The AGS02MA is a MEMS-based TVOC (Total Volatile Organic Compounds) gas sensor with a calibrated digital signal output. It detects a range of polluting gases including ethanol, ammonia, sulfides, benzene vapours, and ...
Delivered by Thu 13 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 13 Aug
ELECFREAKS PlanetX Speech Recognition Sensor
SKU: EF-EF05046 | Brand: ElecFreaks
The ELECFREAKS PlanetX Speech Recognition Sensor adds voice control to your micro:bit projects. Built around the SNR9815 IC, this module recognises spoken English commands and supports self-learning custom words, lett...
Delivered by Thu 13 Aug
4-Wire Slot Type Photoelectric Switch
SKU: DF-SEN0448 | Brand: DFRobot
A 4-wire slot-type photoelectric switch with integrated optical transmitter and receiver. The 5mm detection slot can detect objects passing through, including transparent materials, making it ideal for counting, posit...
Delivered by Thu 13 Aug
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 13 Aug
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 13 Aug
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 13 Aug
Octopus Analog Noise Sound Sensor Detection Module
SKU: EF-EF04081 | Brand: ElecFreaks
Octopus Analog Noise Sound Sensor Detection Module is a sensor module based on MIC sound sensing element. Sound Sensor is particularly sensitive to sound intensity, and it can be used to detect ambient sound level....
Delivered by Thu 13 Aug
Octopus 2 Channel Tracking Module
SKU: EF-EF04088 | Brand: ElecFreaks
The Octopus 2 Channel Tracking Module uses two pairs of reflective infrared diodes to detect black lines on a surface. Designed for line-following smart cars, it lets you create custom black track layouts and program ...
Delivered by Thu 13 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 13 Aug
HC-SR04 Ultrasonic Sonar Distance Sensor + 2 x 10K resistors
SKU: AF-3942 | Brand: Adafruit
The HC-SR04 is an ultrasonic distance sensor that measures distances from approximately 2 cm to 400 cm (best results between 10–250 cm). Widely used in robotics, automation, interactive art, and motion sensing project...
Delivered by Thu 13 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 13 Aug
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 13 Aug
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 13 Aug
Industrial USB to RS485/422 Isolated Converter with FT232RL and SP485EEN
SKU: WS-23949 | Brand: Waveshare
The USB to RS485/422 is an industrial-grade isolated converter designed for reliable and stable communication. Featuring an original FT232RL chipset and SP485EEN transceiver, it ensures fast, interference-free data tr...
Delivered by Thu 13 Aug
Kitronik Air Quality Datalogging Board for Pico
SKU: KI-5336 | Brand: Kitronik
The Kitronik Smart Air Quality Board provides a complete air monitoring and datalogging solution for the Raspberry Pi Pico. With an onboard BME688 environmental sensor, OLED display, real-time clock support, and Micro...
Delivered by Thu 13 Aug
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