Sensors/Parts

Parts, sensors etc.

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Medium 6V 2W Solar panel


These panels come to us from Voltaic Systems, makers of fine solar-powered bags and packs. These are waterproof, scratch resistant, and UV resistant....
ID : 200

81 IN STOCK
$25.00


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Sensor pack 900


An assortment of the most common sensors used in electronics. 9 sensors and 3 additional components to interface with the 'analog world'. We have...
ID : 176

16 IN STOCK
$30.00


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2-Axis Joystick


Our 2-Axis Joystick can be used to add analog input to your next project. The 2-Axis Joystick contains two independent potentiometers (one per axis)...
ID : 245

36 IN STOCK
$5.00


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3-axis accelerometer (+-3g analog output)


Triple-axis accelerometer with 3 analog outputs for X, Y and Z axis measurements on a 0.75"x0.75" breakout board. The ADXL335 is the latest and...
ID : 163

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$20.00


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Flex (bend) sensor


This sensor can detect bending in one direction. They were popularized by being used in the Nintendo PowerGlove as a gaming interface. These sensors...
ID : 182

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$13.00


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Force-Sensitive Resistor (FSR)


FSRs are sensors that allow you to detect physical pressure, squeezing and weight. They are simple to use and low cost. This sensor is a Interlink...
ID : 166

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$7.00


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Hall effect sensor


Hall effect sensors detect whether a magnet is near. Useful for non-contact/waterproof type switches, position sensors, rotary/shaft encoders. I...
ID : 158

44 IN STOCK
$2.00


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High-strength 'rare earth' magnet


Yow! These things are super powerful. 1/2" diameter, 3/8" thick discs, south side is marked with a red line. Great for use with your SpokePOV Kit. If...
ID : 9

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$1.00


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HMC6352 Compass Module


The HMC6352 Compass Module is fully integrated and combines 2-axis magneto-resistive sensors with the required analog, digital, microprocessor and...
ID : 244

39 IN STOCK
$30.00


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IR distance sensor w/cable (10cm-80cm)


This SHARP distance sensor bounces IR off objects to determine how far away they are. It returns an analog voltage that can be used to determine how...
ID : 164

33 IN STOCK
$13.00


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IR sensor


IR sensor tuned to 38KHz, perfect for receiving commands from a TV remote control. Runs at 5V (although it seems to be OK down to 3.3V) To use,...
ID : 157

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$2.00


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Maxbotix Ultrasonic Rangefinder - LV-EZ1


LV-EZ1 Maxbotix Ultrasonic Rangefinder provides very short to long-range detection and ranging, in an incredibly small package. It can detect objects...
ID : 172

23 IN STOCK
$25.00


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Photo cell (CdS photoresistor)


CdS cells are little light sensors. As the squiggly face is exposed to more light, the resistance goes down. When its light, the resistance is about...
ID : 161

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$1.00


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Piezo Buzzer


Piezo buzzers are used for making beeps, tones and alerts. This one is petite but loud! Drive it with 3-30V peak-to-peak square wave. To use, connect...
ID : 160

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$1.50


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PIR (motion) sensor


PIR sensors are used to detect motion from pets/humanoids from about 20 feet away (possibly works on zombies, not guaranteed). This one has an...
ID : 189

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$10.00


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Sensiron Temperature/Humidity Sensor


Humidity is notoriously difficult to measure. Some of the scientific and electronic considerations to measuring humidity include: analog to digital...
ID : 246

43 IN STOCK
$35.00


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SoftPot (ribbon sensor)


Manufactured by Spectra Symbol, these are nice little ribbon controllers (also known as 'soft potentiometers') with an adhesive backing. There is a...
ID : 178

39 IN STOCK
$15.00


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Temperature sensor (-40°C to +150°C)


Wide range, low power temperature sensor outputs an analog voltage that is proportional to the ambient temperature. To use, connect pin 1 (left) to...
ID : 165

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$2.00


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Tilt ball switch


The "poor man's" accelerometer! Tilt sensors are switches that can detect basic motion/orientation. The metal tube has a little metal ball that rolls...
ID : 173

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$2.00


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Thermocouple Type-K Glass Braid Insulated


Thermocouples are best used for measuring temperatures that can go above 100 degC. This is a bare wires bead-probe which can measure air or surface...
ID : 270

42 IN STOCK
$10.00


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Thermocouple Amplifier (MAX6675) breakout board


Thermocouples are very sensitive, requiring a good amplifier with a cold-compensation reference. The MAX6675 does everything for you, and can be...
ID : 269

23 IN STOCK
$17.50


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Basic GPS module for timekeeping


We picked up a few of these now-discontinued GPS modules specifically for those that want to use them for time-keeping purposes. They use an older...
ID : 272

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$30.00


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EM-406A GPS Module


Sirf III chipset GPS module with 6 pin cable. Includes power/lock indicator LED and backup supercap. One of the nicest GPS modules I've come across...
ID : 99

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$60.00


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