Sensors
Browse our extensive range of sensor modules and breakout boards, covering temperature, distance, motion, touch, liquid level, radar, infrared, and more. Whether you're building with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or your own custom PCB, you'll find the right sensor for your project.
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8421 Encoder - Horizontal
SKU: DF-DFR0722 | Brand: DFRobot
The 8421 Encoder (Horizontal) is an absolute position encoder with 16 positions (0–F) using BCD/8421 encoding. Unlike incremental encoders or potentiometers, the mechanical position directly determines the output code...
Delivered by Wed 24 Jun
8421 Encoder-Vertical
SKU: DF-DFR0721 | Brand: DFRobot
The 8421 Encoder (Vertical) is an absolute position encoder with 16 positions (0–F) using BCD/8421 encoding. Unlike incremental encoders or potentiometers, the mechanical position directly determines the output code —...
Delivered by Wed 24 Jun
High Temp Waterproof DS18B20 Digital Temperature Sensor - 3m long
SKU: AF-3846 | Brand: Adafruit
This is a pre-wired and waterproofed version of the DS18B20 sensor made with a PTFE wire cable. Handy for when you need to measure something far away, or in wet conditions. This sensor is a little more expensive th...
Delivered by Fri 3 Jul
Analog 2-axis Thumb Joystick with Select Button + Breakout Board
SKU: AF-512 | Brand: Adafruit
A PSP/Xbox-style analog thumb joystick with a built-in press-to-select button, mounted on a breakout board designed for easy panel mounting. Unlike simple directional joysticks, this analog stick provides precise, pro...
Delivered by Fri 3 Jul
High Temp Waterproof DS18B20 Digital temperature sensor + extras
SKU: AF-642 | Brand: Adafruit
This is a pre-wired and waterproofed version of the DS18B20 sensor made with a PTFE wire cable. Handy for when you need to measure something far away, or in wet conditions. This sensor is a little more expensive th...
Delivered by Fri 3 Jul
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