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Measure Chemical Conditions with a Sensor Made for Embedded Projects

The Soil Moisture Sensor Corrosion Resistant is a soil moisture sensor designed for water quality work, lab projects, and environmental monitoring. It is a practical fit for makers, students, and engineers who want reliable sensor data in embedded builds.

Key details include Operating Voltage: 3.3 ~ 5.5 VDC; Output Voltage: 0 ~ 3.0VDC; Interface: PH2.0-3P.

Important: Most gas and chemical sensors work best after warm-up and calibration. Readings can drift with temperature, humidity, and sensor age.

Why you’ll love it

  • Easy wiring: PH2.0-3P
  • Power range: 0 ~ 3.0VDC
  • Useful spec: 15g
  • Compact size: 98mm * 23mm (3.86in x 0.905in)
  • Maker-friendly build: Easy to use in prototypes, classroom projects, and custom electronics
  • Common controller support: Works well with Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, and similar boards

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What you can build

This sensor is a good fit for water test rigs, hydroponics monitors, lab logging, aquarium control, and environmental stations.

Starter bundles

Pair it with an Arduino-compatible board, ESP32, or Raspberry Pi, plus a breadboard or jumper wires for quick setup and testing.

Recommended add-ons

Useful add-ons include calibration solutions, probe holders, and a data logger, depending on how you plan to power, mount, and log the sensor.

Technical specifications

Product Soil Moisture Sensor Corrosion Resistant
Interface PH2.0-3P
Output Voltage 0 ~ 3.0VDC
Operating Voltage 3.3 ~ 5.5 VDC
Weight 15g
Dimension 98mm * 23mm (3.86in x 0.905in)
Real-Time Data Provides accurate and immediate soil moisture readings.
Easy Integration Compatible with Adafruit’s 3-pin "Gravity" interface for quick plug-and-play setup.
Capacitive Sensing Measures soil moisture without direct electrical contact, preventing corrosion and false readings.

Wiring & usage notes

Check the pin labels on the Soil Moisture Sensor Corrosion Resistant and match them to your controller voltage, ground, and signal pins. Keep wiring short and verify the logic level before powering the module. Most gas and chemical sensors work best after warm-up and calibration. Readings can drift with temperature, humidity, and sensor age.

What’s in the box

1 × Soil Moisture Sensor Corrosion Resistant

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Soil Moisture Sensor Corrosion Resistant measure? It is designed to measure moisture level.
Can I use it with Arduino, ESP32, or Raspberry Pi? Yes. It is well suited for common maker and embedded platforms, as long as you power it at the correct voltage and match the signal level to your controller.
Does it need calibration? Yes. Chemical and gas sensors usually need warm-up time, calibration, and periodic checking if you want stable readings.
Is it good for prototyping? Yes. It is a practical choice for learning, proof-of-concept builds, and small automation projects.

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