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MOD-BME280

MOD-BME280

Olimex Ltd.
Multiple Function Sensor Modules
44 in stock

Overview

The MOD-BME280 is a small form-factor breakout board featuring the Bosch BME280 integrated environmental sensor. It provides precise measurements of temperature, humidity, and barometric pressure over an I2C interface. The module is designed with the UEXT connector system for easy integration with Olimex development boards but can be used with any microcontroller via standard headers.

Why Choose This Part

This module simplifies prototyping by breaking out the tiny BME280 LGA package to a breadboard-friendly format. It includes the standard 10-pin UEXT connector for plug-and-play compatibility with the Olimex ecosystem, while supporting a wide supply voltage range for 3.3V logic systems.

Applications

Weather Stations
Localized monitoring of ambient temperature, atmospheric pressure, and relative humidity.
Indoor Navigation
Using high-precision pressure readings for floor-level detection and dead reckoning enhancement.
HVAC Monitoring
Real-time environmental sensing for climate control systems and smart thermostat feedback.
IoT Home Automation
Battery-powered sensor nodes that require low power consumption and a compact footprint.

Getting Started

Connect the module to any I2C-capable microcontroller like an ESP32 or Arduino. Use the Bosch BME280 sensor API or popular community libraries to read the calibrated data registers. Ensure the VCC is supplied with 3.3V as the sensor is not 5V tolerant.

MOD Family

Comparing specs that differ across variants. The current part is highlighted.

Part Number Type Function Utilized IC / Part Stock
MOD-BME280 (this part) 44
MOD-RTC Clock Timing Real Time Clock (R.. DS3231 10
MOD-IO2 (Olimex LTD) Interface Relay PIC16F1503 26

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