Reference: RBD-2975
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The Gravity: Analog Capacitive Corrosion-Resistant Soil Moisture Sensor is designed for accurate and long-lasting soil monitoring in gardening, agriculture, and research applications. Unlike resistive sensors, its capacitive design provides a 2–3 times longer lifespan by preventing corrosion, ensuring durability in both indoor and outdoor environments. Operating within a 3.3V–5.5V input range, the sensor outputs a stable 1.2–2.5V analog signal, making it fully compatible with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and other low-voltage microcontrollers. Its waterproof detection area enhances reliability in humid or wet conditions, making it an excellent choice for smart irrigation, greenhouse monitoring, and IoT-based agriculture systems. With the Gravity 3-pin interface, it can be directly connected to a Gravity I/O expansion shield, simplifying integration for rapid prototyping. This sensor is the ideal solution for students, hobbyists, and professionals who require dependable soil moisture detection for plant health monitoring and automation projects. Featured By RoboticsBD.
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Capacitive Design – Resists corrosion and extends lifespan 2–3 times over resistive sensors.
Wide Voltage Range – Operates from 3.3V to 5.5V, supporting both 3.3V and 5V logic.
Analog Output – 1.2–2.5V signal for easy interfacing with microcontrollers.
Waterproof Detection Area – Reliable in outdoor and controlled environments.
Plug-and-Play Compatibility – Gravity 3-pin interface for quick setup with Arduino/Raspberry Pi.
Durable & Reliable – Long-term monitoring solution for agriculture and IoT.
Educational & Practical – Perfect for environmental science labs and gardening projects.
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Smart Irrigation Systems – Automate watering based on soil moisture levels.
Indoor Gardening – Maintain optimal soil conditions for potted plants.
Agricultural Monitoring – Track soil moisture in greenhouses, farms, and research fields.
IoT Projects – Integrate with Wi-Fi or LoRa modules for smart agriculture solutions.
Educational Tools – Great for science courses and hands-on environmental experiments.
Plant Care Automation – Use in DIY projects like IoT plant moisture notifiers.
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| General Specifications | |
| Model | Gravity: Analog Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V – 5.5V |
| Output Voltage | 1.2V – 2.5V (analog) |
| Interface | Gravity 3-pin (Signal, VCC, GND) |
| Detection Area | Waterproof, corrosion-resistant |
| Technology | Capacitive sensing |
| Compatibility | Arduino, Raspberry Pi, 3.3V/5V MCUs |
| Applications | Agriculture, gardening, IoT, smart irrigation |
| Lifespan | 2–3× longer than resistive sensors |
| Shipment Weight | 0.015 kg |
| Shipment Dimensions | 9 × 3 × 2 cm |
Please allow 5% measuring deviation due to manual measurement.
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The following image shows an example project - a device that notifies you when a plant needs to be watered.
1 x Gravity: Analog Capacitive Corrosion Resistant Soil Moisture Sensor
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