Formaldehyde (HCHO) Sensor Module - Gravity Series

As biological machines made of hundreds of different parts, we’re quite fortunate to have handy senses like touch, taste and smell, as these not only let us enjoy and experience the world around us, but also keep us safe from dangers like predators, spoiled food and even high concentrations of specific gases. However, while our senses are extremely good at what they do, they often can’t be too precise on their measurements, and this is why sometimes we have to call in some extra help from even more sensitive – and completely unbiased – Electronic Sensors for better accuracy, more control and, in some circumstances, more safety for those working in laboratories, workshops and other potentially risky locations.

These Formaldehyde (HCHO) Sensor Modules are designed around the awesome Gravity Series standard from DFRobot, and is built to work with 3.3V to 6V DC microcontrollers like Arduino Boards and other development platforms. It is capable of both DAC and UART output, with a handy onboard toggle switch to choose between these two outputs, and offers an extremely sensitive sensing resolution of as little as 0.01 parts per million, up to 5ppm max. This allows you to create a truly reliable formaldehyde sensing device or system, ensuring even more safety for potentially risky situations, as well as more precision for applications requiring specific levels of HCHO.

If you often work with potentially harmful gases like formaldehyde, or simply enjoy building your own air quality sensing devices for experimentation and fun, it’s always a good idea to invest in some reliable Gas Sensors that you can actually trust. While our noses are certainly good for sensing all kinds of different gases, having an unbiased sensing device that can give you actual numbers will go a long way in keeping you safe from unnecessary harm.

Additional Resources:

• For more insights and specifics on this awesome sensor module, and to find some handy resources like connection diagrams and example code, check out the official DFRobot HCHO Sensor Wiki.

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