The breakout board ES-12129 is specifically crafted to facilitate a straightforward and budget-friendly assessment of Sensirion's SCD40 CO2 sensor, also known as a carbon dioxide sensor. Sensirion's SCD40 is an advanced Photoacoustic-based CO2 sensor renowned for its high quality, capable of detecting CO2 levels ranging from 0 to 40000ppm with unparalleled accuracy within the 400-2000ppm range (±(40ppm+5%)). To enhance precision, the SCD40 incorporates integrated temperature and humidity sensing.
The breakout for the SCD40 CO2 sensor is a compact, high-performing sensor module designed to accurately detect and measure carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere. Employing cutting-edge infrared sensing technology, it boasts an ultra-low power consumption mode, making it especially suitable for battery-powered applications requiring continuous monitoring of CO2 levels. The SCD40 sensor breakout features an easily accessible I2C interface, ensuring compatibility with various microcontrollers and development boards. With a lengthy lifespan and recalibration interval extending over several years, it stands out as a dependable and economical choice for gauging carbon dioxide levels in diverse environments. Thanks to its compact design and stellar performance, the SCD40 CO2 sensor breakout, or carbon dioxide sensor, proves to be a versatile tool applicable in numerous scenarios, including indoor air quality monitoring, HVAC systems, and smart home automation.
- Photoacoustic CO2 sensor technology (carbon dioxide sensor)
- Integrated temperature and humidity sensor
- Measurement range: 400 ppm – 2000 ppm
- Accuracy: +-(50 ppm + 5 % of reading)
- Current consumption: 17 mA (meas. rate = 5 s) / 0.5 mA (meas. rate = 5 min)
- Fully calibrated and linearized
- I2C digital interface
- Board Dimensions: 20mm x 20mm
- Sensirion I2C SCD4x Arduino Library (Library for the SCD4X sensor family by Sensirion Enables you to use the SCD40 and SCD41 sensors via I2C.)
SCD40 Breakout Dimensions
SCD40 carbon dioxide sensor Breakout I2C Arduino Connections
CO2 Sensor or Carbon Dioxide Sensor : A CO2 sensor / carbon dioxide sensor is a device used to measure the concentration of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the air. These sensors use various technologies, including infrared sensing and electrochemical detection, to detect and measure the levels of CO2 in the atmosphere. CO2 sensors / carbon dioxide sensors are commonly used in a wide range of applications, including indoor air quality monitoring, HVAC systems, and environmental monitoring. They are also used in industries such as agriculture, healthcare, and automotive to monitor and control CO2 levels. CO2 sensors / carbon dioxide sensors are important tools for ensuring the health and safety of individuals and the environment, as well as for improving energy efficiency and reducing carbon emissions.
