Octopus Rain/Steam Sensor
Introduction
This is a Rain/steam sensor from ElecFreaks, the output voltage will increase when the humidity of the sensor surface goes up, thus to detect the change of the humidity.
Products Link
ELECFREAKS Octopus Rain/Steam Sensor
Characteristics
The 3-pins ports is easy to plug and play. It can work with micro:bit in 3V.
Specifications
| Item | Parameter |
|---|---|
| SKU | EF04024 |
| Power Input | 3V-5.5V |
| Connector Type | Analog |
| Pins Definition | 1-Signal 2-VCC 3-GND |
| Response | Quick response with high sensitivity |
| Circuit | Simple |
| Stablity | Stable and durable |
Outlook and Dimensions
Quick to Start
Materials used and connection diagram
Connect to the P1 port as the picture shows
Take sensor:bit for example
Program as the picture shows:
Analog read to P1 port and show the value on the micro:bit.
Reference
Links: https://makecode.microbit.org/_7cm75DbwJEaY You can also download the links below:
Result
The current amount of precipitation is scrolling on the micro:bit.