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MIKROE-2101 SHT3x-DIS Click

MIKROE-2101 SHT3x-DIS Click

MPN: MIKROE-2101
MikroElektronika
SHT3x-DIS Humidity, Temperature Sensor mikroBUS™ Click™ Platform Evaluation Expansion Board
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Overview

The MIKROE-2101 SHT3x-DIS Click is an evaluation expansion board featuring the SHT3x-DIS humidity and temperature sensor. Designed for the mikroBUS Click platform, this board provides a convenient way to integrate precise environmental sensing into embedded projects. It offers a 14-bit resolution for both humidity and temperature readings.

Why Choose This Part

This Click board offers high-accuracy humidity and temperature sensing with a 14-bit resolution, simplifying integration into mikroBUS-compatible systems. Its I2C interface allows for straightforward digital communication with a host microcontroller. The onboard SHT3x-DIS sensor operates within a temperature range of 5 to 60 degrees C, making it suitable for many general-purpose applications.

Applications

Environmental Monitoring Systems
Ideal for applications requiring accurate monitoring of ambient humidity and temperature in various settings, from homes to industrial environments.
HVAC Control Systems
Suitable for use in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems where precise environmental data is crucial for efficient operation.
Weather Stations
Can be integrated into compact weather stations for local outdoor or indoor condition reporting, leveraging its digital output and sensing range.
Agricultural Sensing
Applicable in smart agriculture for monitoring greenhouse conditions or soil-level humidity and temperature (with appropriate housing).
Prototyping IoT Devices
Excellent for rapid prototyping of Internet of Things (IoT) devices that require environmental data inputs, such as smart home sensors.

Key Specifications

Type Sensor
Contents Board(s)
Function Humidity, Temperature
Platform mikroBUS Click
Utilized IC / Part SHT3x-DIS

Getting Started

To get started, simply plug the MIKROE-2101 into a mikroBUS socket on a compatible development board. Utilize MikroElektronika's comprehensive set of libraries and examples, typically available through their Libstock platform, to quickly establish I2C communication and read sensor data. The board supports standard I2C, INT, and RST lines for easy control.

Also Consider

SHT31-DIS-B Sensirion - This is the core SHT31 sensor IC, suitable if you prefer to design the sensor into your own PCB rather than using a module.
BME280 Bosch Sensortec - The BME280 is a popular integrated environmental sensor that also measures barometric pressure, offering more data points if needed.