MaxBotix LV-MaxSonar high performance ultrasonic rangefinders are the easiest to use ultrasonic rangefinders available. The LV-MaxSonar sensor line offers very short to long-range detection and ranging, in an incredibly small package with ultra low power consumption.
Features:
- 2.5V to 5.5V Operation: Provides great performance through the voltage range so operation at either 3.3V or 5V, means that users of low voltage microcontrolers do not have to provide an extra supply for the sensor.
- Stable Range Readings: The stability of the LV-MaxSonar ® sensor lineup range readings puts the LV-MaxSonar ® products in a class by themselves! Compare for yourself, or look at our test results.
- No Dead Zone: The LV-MaxSonar ® sensor line does not have a dead zone. Other ultrasonic range finders (especially single sensor range finders) have dead zones, some longer than 6-inches. Dead zones are problematic for many applications (such as robot mini sumo and robot wall following situations).
Custom Sensor Beam Widths: Users can choose the detection pattern that matches the application. Five products are listed on our web page, but we also sell custom programmed beam widths. - Simple Calibration: The LV-MaxSonar ® product line automatically calibrates itself, after power up, before taking the first reading. (In normal indoor environments, no other calibration is required.)
- SMart Amplitude Range Thresholding: The LV-MaxSonar ® sensor line is easier to use because small objects (clutter) outside of the central beam are ignored. The LV-MaxSonar ® sensor line measures the returning range reading and makes SMART T detection decisions. This SMART T signal processing provides stable and accurate range readings. In addition, SMART T signal processing controls the beam width and provides long range (over 6-meters) ranging within the central beam area, and yet rejects objects outside of this central area.
- Easy User Interface: The LV-MaxSonar ® -EZ1 T user interface was designed to be very easy and intuitive to use. The interface output formats included are pulse width output, analog voltage output, and asynchronous serial digital output. All interfaces work without user code or complicated setup strings.
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Compatible Accessories :
MaxSonar-EZ1 - $24.95 |
Product Description:
This is a simple breakout board for the SHT15 humidity sensor from Sensirion. The SHT15 digital humidity and temperature sensor is fully calibrated and offers high precision and excellent long-term stability at low cost. The digital CMOSens Technology integrates two sensors and readout circuitry on one single chip.
These sensors are really impressive! Very sensitive and straight forward to use. Board comes assembled and tested with the SHT15.
Features:
- 2 factory calibrated sensors for relative humidity & temperature
- Digital 2-wire interface
- Precise dewpoint calculation possible
- Measurement range: 0-100% RH
- Absolute RH accuracy: +/- 2% RH (10...90% RH)
- Repeatability RH: +/- 0.1% RH
- Temp. accuracy: +/- 0.3°C @ 25°C
- Fast response time < 4 sec.
- Low power consumption (typ. 30 µW)
- High precision sensor at low cost
- Leading CMOSens Technology for superior long-term stability
Applications:
- Precise data logging
- Transmitters
- Automation & process control
- Building control and HVAC
- Test & Measurement
- Medical
SHT15 Humidity Sensor - $39.99 |
Triple Axis Accelerometer - ADXL330
Product Description:
Breakout board for the 3 axis ADXL330 from Analog Devices. This is the latest is a long, proven line of Accelerometers from Analog - and now the holy grail has finally arrived. The ADXL330 is a triple axis accelerometer with extremely low noise and power consumption - only 320uA! Sensor ranges from +/-3g. Board comes fully assembled and tested with external components installed.
Please note the ADXL330 is a 3V part and outputs an analog voltage for each of the three outputs. This voltage is in ratio to the measured acceleration and to the supply voltage (ratiometric). You will need some extra hardware to convert this analog signal to a usable digital one. Luckily, many uCs have a built in Analog to Digital converter.
Dimensions: 0.7 x 0.7
Triple Axis Accelerometer- ADXL330 - $33.99 |
Product Description:
This is the first dual-axis MEMs gyro available on the open market. The IDG-300 is a 3.3V leadless IC with a smaller profile than other single axis gyros. This gyro has a cost of $25 per sensor axis, half the price of similar gyro sensors. Originally designed for image stabilization, the IDG300 dual axis gyro is now available for the consulting and research markets.
Applications:
- Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs)
- Handheld GPS Navigation Devices
- Radio controlled helicopters
- Toys and game devices
- Robotic and power tools
- Antenna positioning
- Remote control
Features:
- Integrated X- and Y-axis gyro on a single chip
- Factory set full scale range of ±500°/sec
- Low offset voltage
- Integrated low-pass filters
- Integrated reset switches for high-pass filters
- Superior vibration rejection over a wide frequency range
- High cross-axis isolation by design
- 3V single supply operation
- 5000 g shock tolerance
- RoHS Compliant (Completely Lead Free)
Benefits:
- Single chip dual-axis gyro sensor
- Small footprint
- Low cost dual-axis gyro solution
- Integrated electronics for complete application functionality
- Inherent performance improvements
- High temperature & humidity resistance
- Superior shock & vibration tolerances
- Low cross-axis sensitivity
- Compatible with standard SMT processes
Dimensions: 18x18 mm (0.7x0.7")
Dual Axis Gyro - IDG300 - $71.99 |
Product Description:
This non-invasive current sensor (also known as a "split core current transformer") can be clamped around the supply line of an electrical load to tell you how much current is passing through it. It does this by acting as an inductor and responding to the magnetic field around a current-carrying conductor. By reading the amount of current being produced by the coil, you can calculate how much current is passing through the conductor.
This particular current sensor will measure a load up to 30 Amps which makes it great for building your own energy monitor to keep your power usage down, or even building an over-current protection device for an AC load. This sensor does not have a load resistor built in, so in most cases it will be necessary to place a resistor across the output to convert the coil's induced current to a very small measurable voltage.
Non-Invasive Current Sensor - $8.99 |
66 Channel LS20031 GPS 5Hz Receiver
Product Description:
The LS20031 GPS receiver is a complete 10Hz GPS smart antenna receiver, that includes an embedded antenna and GPS receiver circuits. This low-cost unit outputs an astounding amount of position information 5 times a second. The receiver is based on the proven technology found in LOCOSYS 66 channel GPS SMD type receivers that use MediaTek chip solution.
The GPS smart antenna will track up to 66 satellites at a time while providing fast time-to-first-fix, one-second navigation update and low power consumption. It can provide you with superior sensitivity and performace even in urban canyon and dense foliage environments. The capabilities meet the sensitivity requirements of car navigation as a well as other location-based applications.
66 Channel LS20031 GPS 5Hz Receiver - $54.99 |
Product Description:
A simple flex sensor 2.2" in length. As the sensor is flexed, the resistance across the sensor increases. Patented technology by Spectra Symbol.
The resistance of the flex sensor changes when the metal pads are on the outside of the bend (text on inside of bend).
Connector is 0.1" spaced and bread board friendly. Check datasheet for full specifications.
Note: Please refrain from flexing or straining this sensor at the base. The usable range of the sensor can be flexed without a problem, but care should be taken to minimize flexing outside of the usable range. For best results, securely mount the base and bottom portion and only allow the actual flex sensor to flex.
2.2" Flex Sensor - $6.99 |
Product Description:
This is a small force sensitive resistor. It has a 0.16" (4 mm) diameter active sensing area. This FSR from Interlink Electronics will vary its resistance depending on how much pressure is being applied to the sensing area. The harder the force, the lower the resistance. When no pressure is being applied to the FSR, its resistance will be larger than 1MΩ, with full pressure applied the resistance will be 2.5kΩ.
Two pins extend from the bottom of the sensor with 0.1" pitch making it bread board friendly.
These sensors are simple to set up and great for sensing pressure, but they aren't incredibly accurate. Use them to sense if it's being squeezed, but you may not want to use it as a scale.
Dimensions:
- Overall length: 1.75"
- Overall width: 0.28"
- Sensing area: 0.3"
Features:
- Actuation Force as low as 2 grams
- Wide force sensitivity range 0.1N - 10N
Force Sensor - $6.99 |
Product Description:
This is a very simple breakout board for the popular HMC6352. Remember the KISS mantra? We really enjoy the simplicity and ease of use with the HMC6352. If you need simple, clean, degree resolution compass heading, this is the way to go.
Features:
- Simple I2C interface
- 2.7 to 5.2V supply range
- 1 to 20Hz selectable update rate
- True drop-in solution
- 0.5 degree heading resolution
- 1 degree repeatability
- Supply current : 1mA @ 3V
HMC6352 Compass Module - $29.99 |
Product Description:
The ADJD-S311-CR999 is a great little color light sensor. In fact, it's so little that it can be pretty difficult to play with, so we made this evaluation board! It provides all the necessary support circuitry to discern the smallest differences between visible colors.
Dimensions: 21.6x12.7mm (0.85x0.50")
Color Light Sensor - $13.99 |
IMU Digital Combo Board - 6 Degrees of Freedom ITG3200/ADXL345
Product Description:
This is a simple breakout for the ADXL345 accelerometer and the ITG-3200 gyro. With this board, you get a full 6 degrees of freedom. The sensors communicate over I2C and one INT output pin from each sensor is broken out. If you need a simple and tiny board that gives you 6 degrees of freedom, this would be a good choice.
Features:
- Tiny!
- Two mounting holes
- ADXL345 accelerometer
- ITG-3200 gyro
- 3.3V input
- I2C interface
IMU Digital Combo Board - $59.99 |
Rotary Encoder - 1024 P/R (Quadrature)
Product Description:
This 1024 pulse per rotation rotary encoder outputs gray code which you can interpret using a microcontroller and find out which direction the shaft is turning and by how much. This allows you to add feedback to motor control systems. Encoders of this kind are often used in balancing robots and dead reckoning navigation but it could also be used as a very precise input knob.
Features:
- Resolution: 1024 Pulse/Rotation
- Input Voltage: 5 - 12VDC
- Maximum Rotating Speed: 6000rpm
- Allowable Radial Load: 5N
- Allowable Axial Load: 3N
- Cable Length: 50cm
- Shaft Diameter: 6mm
Rotary Encoder - 1024 P/R (Quadrature) - $37.99 |
Product Description:
The soil hygrometer is a sensor that can be used to detect moisture in soil. When the soil is dry the sensor will output a high level and a low level when moist. The sensitivity level can be adjusted via a potentiometer.
Features:
- Operating voltage: +3.3VDC to +5VDC
- Adjustable sensitivity
- Cable Length: 21cm
Dimensions:
- Panel PCB Dimension: 3cm x 1.5cm
- Soil Probe Dimension: 6cm x 2cm
Soil Hygrometer - $4.99 |
Product Description:
This basic piezo sensor from Measurement Specialties is often used for flex, touch, vibration and shock measurements. A small AC and large voltage (up to +/-90V) is created when the film moves back and forth. A simple resistor should get the voltage down to ADC levels. Can also be used for impact sensing or a flexible switch.
Comes with solderable crimp pins.
Features:
- Flexible PVDF Piezo Polymer Film
- Wide dynamic range
- Laminated for higher voltage output
- 0.1" breadboard friendly leads
Large Piezo Vibration - $2.49 |
MPU-6050 module (three-axis gyroscope + triaxial accelerometer)
Product Description:
The MPU-6050 module is a nice little sensor containing a MEMS accelerometer and a MEMS gyro in a single chip. It produces 16-bits analog to digital conversion hardware for each channel.
Features:
- 16bit AD converter-chip, 16-bit data output
- Chip: MPU-6050
- Power supply: +3VDC - +5VDC (internal low dropout regulator)
- Communication: IIC communication protocol standard
- Gyro Range: ± 250 500 1000 2000 ° / s
- Acceleration range: ± 2 ± 4 ± 8 ± 16g
- Size: 2 x 1.6 x 0.1mm
MPU-6050 Module - $14.99 |