Soil Moisture Sensor Module

The Soil Moisture Sensor Module is an essential tool for smart gardening and agricultural automation.
It measures the volumetric water content of soil by detecting electrical resistance, providing both analog and digital outputs for easy integration with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32, and other IoT platforms.

This sensor is perfect for automatic irrigation systems, greenhouse monitoring, and precision agriculture, ensuring optimal plant growth and water conservation.

🔹 Key Features

• Real-Time Soil Humidity Measurement: Detects moisture levels with high sensitivity.

• Dual Output: Analog output for continuous readings, digital output with adjustable threshold.

• Corrosion-Resistant Probes: Improved durability for long-term soil contact.

• Plug & Play: Simple interface for Arduino and Raspberry Pi projects.

• Low Power Consumption: Ideal for battery-powered outdoor systems.

🔹 Technical Specifications

• Operating Voltage: 3.3 V – 5 V DC

• Output Signals: Analog (0–5 V), Digital (TTL)

• Current Consumption: <20 mA

• Adjustable Sensitivity: Onboard potentiometer for digital trigger point

• Probes Material: Nickel-plated for corrosion resistance

• Module Size: Approx. 60 mm × 20 mm × 8 mm

• Operating Temperature: –10 °C to +60 °C

🔹 Applications & Use Cases

• Smart Irrigation Systems – Automatic watering based on soil moisture.

• Greenhouse Monitoring – Maintain optimal humidity for plants.

• Agriculture & Farming – Precision soil moisture analysis for higher yields.

• DIY Gardening Projects – Home plant care automation.

• IoT Agriculture – Remote soil data logging with cloud integration.

🔹 Advantages for Makers & Engineers

• Fully compatible with Arduino and Accessories and Electronics Components.

• Ready-to-use Arduino sample codes and libraries.

• Works with common IoT platforms for wireless monitoring.

🔹 Safety & Precautions

• Avoid leaving the probes powered continuously to reduce corrosion—use pulsed power for longevity.

• Do not submerge the electronic board; only the probe tips are water-resistant.

• Clean the probe regularly for accurate readings.

🔗 Helpful Internal Links

• Explore Electronics Components for IoT sensors and modules.

• Pair with Tools and Accessories for assembly and installation.

🎥 Video Tutorial

[YouTube tutorial link here]

📝 Product Summary

The Soil Moisture Sensor Module provides accurate soil humidity detection with both analog and digital outputs, making it perfect for Arduino, Raspberry Pi, IoT smart irrigation, greenhouse control, and precision agriculture.