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Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor

SKU: HMJ560 Category: Sensors
KSH 250.00
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Product Description

Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor Module

Corrosion-Resistant Analog Sensor for Arduino and Plant Monitoring

This Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor module is a durable and reliable electronic device designed to measure the volumetric water content in soil [citation:8]. Unlike traditional resistive sensors, it uses capacitive sensing technology to detect moisture levels by measuring changes in the soil's dielectric constant, which is directly affected by water content [citation:4][citation:10]. This design is highly resistant to corrosion, ensuring a long service life for garden, agriculture, and smart irrigation projects [citation:2][citation:6][citation:7].

CorrosionResistant Design Capacitive sensing extends the sensor's lifespan compared to resistive alternatives.
Wide Voltage Operation Includes an onboard regulator for 3.3V to 5.5V compatibility [citation:2][citation:7][citation:13].
The sensor provides an analog voltage output that correlates to moisture levels. Typically, higher moisture results in a lower output voltage [citation:5][citation:6].

Technical Specifications

ParameterValue
Operating Voltage3.3V - 5.5V DC [citation:2][citation:5][citation:12]
Output SignalAnalog Voltage (0 ~ 3.0V DC) [citation:5][citation:10]
Interface3-Pin (VCC, GND, AOUT) [citation:8][citation:9]
Current~5mA [citation:5][citation:8]

= Key Features =

+Long Service Life Corrosionresistant materials protect the sensor [citation:7][citation:10].

+Easy to Connect Uses a 3pin "Gravity" interface for simple wiring [citation:10][citation:12].

+Versatile Power - Compatible with both 3.3V and 5V microcontrollers [citation:13].

+Qualitative Measurement - Ideal for monitoring relative changes in soil moisture [citation:6].

= Applications =

  1. Smart gardens and automated plant watering systems [citation:8][citation:11].
  2. Greenhouse and agricultural environmental monitoring [citation:1][citation:10].
  3. DIY IoT and Arduino-based data logging projects [citation:2][citation:13].
  4. Educational projects for environmental science [citation:12].
Reliable & Durable A corrosionresistant, long-lasting choice for plant monitoring.
Easy Integration Simple 3pin connection for Arduino and other microcontrollers.

√ Compatible with Arduino, ESP32, and other 3.3V/5V logic boards.

√ Onboard voltage regulator for stable operation [citation:2][citation:7].