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Add Reliable Gas Carbon Dioxide CO2 Analog Sensor Gravity Sensing to Your Next Build

Gas CO2 Analog Sensor Gravity. "Greenhouse Effect" is melting the Earth ice core every minute and creating dangerous icebergs. By knowing the exact concentration of CO2, we can do something to reduce the CO2 and to protect our Earth. For that reason, this CO2 sensor is designed by DFRobot engineer. This is the first CO2 sensor in Arduino market. The output voltage of the module falls as the concentration of the CO2 increases. The potentiometer onboard is designed to set the threshold of voltage. As long as the CO2 concentration is high enough (voltage is lower than threshold), a digital signal (ON/OFF) will be released.

It has MG-811 sensor module onboard which is highly sensitive to CO2 and less sensitive to alcohol and CO, low humidity & temperature dependency.

Important: Use the official DFRobot links below for wiring, sample code, downloads, and the latest setup notes for this SKU.

Why you'll love it

  • Air Quality Control
  • Ferment Process Control
  • Room Temperature CO2 concentration Detection
  • Operating voltage: 5V
  • Interface: Gravity Analog
  • One digital output

What you can build

This part fits monitoring, measurement, logging, alarms, and automation builds. It works well in Arduino, ESP32, and Raspberry Pi style projects where you need reliable real-world data from the gas carbon dioxide co2 analog sensor gravity.

Starter bundles

Pair it with an Arduino-compatible board, ESP32, or Raspberry Pi, plus sensor cables, headers, or a matching expansion shield for faster setup.

Recommended add-ons

Useful add-ons include displays, data logging modules, waterproof enclosures, and matching Gravity cables or sensor shields.

Technical specifications

Product Gas Carbon Dioxide CO2 Analog Sensor Gravity
SKU SEN0159
Brand DFRobot
Interface Analog, Digital
Operating voltage 5V
Dimensions 32x42mm (1.26x1.65")

Pinout & usage notes

For analog readings, use a stable reference and keep wiring short when possible for cleaner signals. If you are using Gravity connectors, align the plug correctly and avoid forcing the cable into the wrong header.

DFRobot resources

Official product page: View on DFRobot
Wiki / documentation: Open DFRobot wiki
Schematic · Layout · MG811 datasheet

What’s in the box

1 × Gas Carbon Dioxide CO2 Analog Sensor Gravity

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use this for logging or monitoring projects? Yes. It is a good fit for data collection, automation, and alert-based builds when paired with a supported controller.
Does it work with other boards too? Often yes, as long as voltage, interface, and pin mapping match. ESP32 and Raspberry Pi users should still check the official docs first.
Where can I find wiring and examples? Use the official DFRobot product page and wiki links below for guides, downloads, and code examples.

Compatibility & downloads

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Build with this board

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Notes from the bench

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