ELECFREAKS Soil Moisture Sensor
Description
The Octopus Soil Moisture Sensor Brick accurately measures the moisture level in surrounding soil. This simple yet reliable sensor is ideal for monitoring urban gardens or potted plants, making it an essential tool for smart gardening.
It operates by passing a small current through two metal probes into the soil, then measuring the resulting electrical resistance to determine moisture content. Wet soil conducts electricity more efficiently (lower resistance), while dry soil has higher resistance.
Perfect for reminding you to water indoor plants or tracking garden soil conditions, it seamlessly integrates with Arduino platforms. Pair it with the Freaduino Sensor Shield or use our pre-wired Octopus Brick interface on the Freaduino UNO for quick setup.
Characteristics
3-Pin Port Design
This device is equipped with a user-friendly 3-pin port that supports plug-and-play operation. It can directly work with the pin headers on the micro:bit, making it quick and easy to connect and start programming.
3 Steps to Use Easily
Step 1 : Enter Advanced Settings
Click on Advanced in the right-hand menu of the MakeCode interface to expand more programming options.
Step 2 : Install the IoT Extension
Click on Extensions, type iot in the search bar, and then select and install the Environment-and-Science-IoT package provided by ELECFREAKS.
Step 3 : Program & Download
After installation, find the Octopus category in the blocks menu. Drag and drop the required sensor blocks to build your program. Once complete, click the Download button to save the program to your micro:bit.
Packing List
| Analog Sensor Cable | 1PC |
| Octopus Soil Moisture Sensor | 1PC |
Specifications
| Power Supply | 3.3V~5V |
| Connector Type | Analog |
| Pins Definition | 1-Signal 2-VCC 3-GND |
| Response | Quick response with high sensitivity |
| Circuit | Simple |
| Stability | Stable and durable |
