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Gravity: DHT22 Humidity and Temperature Sensor

Gravity: DHT22 Humidity and Temperature Sensor

MPN: SEN0137
DFRobot
DHT22 Humidity, Temperature Sensor Arduino, Gravity Platform Evaluation Expansion Board
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Overview

The SEN0137 is a digital humidity and temperature sensor module based on the DHT22 sensor, designed for the DFRobot Gravity ecosystem. It provides accurate environmental monitoring over a single-bus interface and is pre-mounted on a carrier board for rapid prototyping. The module operates at up to 5V and features a measurement range of -40 to 80 degrees Celsius and 0 to 100 percent relative humidity.

Why Choose This Part

This module features a 2 percent accuracy rating and a wider measurement range than the standard DHT11. The Gravity interface simplifies wiring with a plug-and-play 3-pin connector, eliminating the need for external pull-up resistors or complex breadboarding.

Applications

Environmental Monitoring
Tracking indoor climate conditions for home automation or HVAC control systems.
Greenhouse Automation
Maintaining specific humidity and temperature levels for optimal plant growth.
Data Logging
Recording atmospheric conditions in weather stations or storage facilities.

Key Specifications

Type Sensor
Contents Board(s), Cable(s)
Function Humidity, Temperature
Platform Arduino, Gravity
Utilized IC / Part DHT22

Getting Started

Connect the module to an Arduino using the provided Gravity cable and use the DHT library to read data via the single-bus interface. The sensor is compatible with 3.3V and 5V microcontrollers, though it is typically used with 5V Arduino boards for best performance.

Also Consider

SHT31 Sensirion - Offers significantly higher precision and uses an I2C interface for more robust digital communication.
BME280 Bosch Sensortec - Combines temperature and humidity sensing with barometric pressure measurement in a single compact package.