Description
The Environment Sensor HAT is an accessory designed to enhance the capabilities of Raspberry Pi. With a variety of onboard sensors, including an ambient light sensor, VOC sensor, IR/UV sensor, gyroscope, accelerometer, magnetometer, barometer, temperature & humidity sensor, and more, it allows the Raspberry Pi to collect environment data such as temperature, humidity, air pressure, ambient light intensity, VOC levels, IR rays, UV rays, and more.
In addition to environmental data collection, the Environment Sensor HAT can also be utilized in robotics projects to detect motion and orientation. The HAT is equipped with a simple I2C bus, which enables seamless communication with the Raspberry Pi.
Features
- Standard Raspberry Pi 40PIN GPIO extension header, supports Raspberry Pi series boards
- Onboard TSL25911FN digital ambient light sensor, for measuring IR and visible light
- Onboard BME280 sensor, for measuring temperature, humidity, and air pressure
- Onboard ICM20948 motion sensor, accelerometer, gyroscope, and magnetometer
- Onboard LTR390-UV-1 sensor, for measuring UV rays
- Onboard SGP40 sensor, for detecting ambient VOC
- I2C bus, allows retrieving data by just using two wires
- Comes with development resources and manual (examples for Raspberry Pi/Arduino/STM32)
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Environment Sensor HAT x1
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2x20PIN female header x1
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4PIN header x1
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RPi screws pack (2pcs) x1
Specifications
| TSL25911FN DIGITAL AMBIENT LIGHT SENSOR | |
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| I2C address | 0x29 |
| Effective range | 0~88000Lux |
| BME280 TEMPERATURE, HUMIDITY, AND AIR PRESSURE SENSOR | |
| I2C address | 0x76 |
| Temperature detection | -40 ~ 85C (0.01C resolution, +-1C accuracy) |
| Humidity detection | 0~100 Percent RH (0.008 Percent RH resolution, +-3 Percent RH accuracy, 1s response time, <=2 Percent RH delay) |
| Air pressure detection | 300~1100hPa (0.18Pa resolution, +-1hPa accuracy) |
| ICM20948 MOTION SENSOR (9-DOF: 3-AXIS ACCELEROMETER, 3-AXIS GYROSCROPE, 3-AXIS MAGNETOMETER) |
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| I2C address | 0x68 |
| Accelerometer resolution | 16-bit |
| Accelerometer range (configurable) | +-2, +-4, +-8, +-16g |
| Gyroscope resolution | 16-bit |
| Gyroscope range (configurable) | +-250, +-500, +-1000, +-2000 Degree/sec |
| Magnetometer resolution | 16-bit |
| Magnetometer range | +-4900µT |
| LTR390-UV-1 UV SENSOR | |
| I2C address | 0x53 |
| Response wavelength | 280nm - 430nm |
| SGP40 VOC SENSOR | |
| I2C address | 0x59 |
| Measuring range | 0 ~ 1,000 ppm ethanol equivalent |
| Limit condition | < 0.05 ppm ethanol equivalent OR < 10 Percent preset concentration point (the larger one should prevail) |
| Response time | < 10 s (tau 63 Percent) |
| Start time | < 60 s |
| On-chip humidity compensation support | |
Environment Sensor HAT For Raspberry Pi
Designed For Raspberry Pi Series
Standard Raspberry Pi 40PIN GPIO Header, Customized For Raspberry Pi Series Boards
for reference ONLY, the Raspberry Pi Zero WH is NOT included.
What's On Board
Pinout Definition
Outline Dimensions
FAQs:
Q: What parameters does the Environment Sensor HAT measure?
A: The Environment Sensor HAT measures temperature, humidity, pressure, and light levels, providing comprehensive environmental data for various applications.
Q: How is the Environment Sensor HAT connected to a Raspberry Pi?
A: The Environment Sensor HAT connects directly to the GPIO pins of a Raspberry Pi. It is designed to fit the standard HAT form factor, making it easy to attach and start using immediately.
Q: What is the accuracy of the measurements provided by the Environment Sensor HAT?
A: The Environment Sensor HAT offers high accuracy for all its measurements. Specific accuracy details can be found in the product documentation, ensuring reliable environmental data collection.
Q: What applications is the Environment Sensor HAT suitable for?
A: The Environment Sensor HAT is suitable for applications such as weather monitoring, environmental data logging, indoor climate control, and any project requiring precise measurement of temperature, humidity, pressure, and light.
Q: Is there software support for the Environment Sensor HAT?
A: Yes, the Environment Sensor HAT comes with software libraries and example code that are compatible with Raspberry Pi. These resources help users to quickly integrate the HAT into their projects and start collecting data.
Q: What power supply is required for the Environment Sensor HAT?
A: The Environment Sensor HAT is powered through the Raspberry Pi’s GPIO pins, utilizing the power supplied by the Raspberry Pi itself. Ensure your Raspberry Pi is properly powered to support the HAT’s operation.
Q: Can the Environment Sensor HAT be used outdoors?
A: While the Environment Sensor HAT can be used outdoors, it should be housed in a protective enclosure to shield it from direct exposure to the elements, such as rain and dust, to ensure accurate and reliable performance.
Q: What is the response time for the Environment Sensor HAT measurements?
A: The Environment Sensor HAT provides real-time measurements with quick response times, typically within seconds, making it suitable for applications that require immediate environmental data.
Q: Does the Environment Sensor HAT support data logging?
A: Yes, the Environment Sensor HAT supports data logging when used with a Raspberry Pi. You can log environmental data over time for analysis and monitoring purposes using the available software libraries.
Q: What Raspberry Pi models are compatible with the Environment Sensor HAT?
A: The Environment Sensor HAT is compatible with most Raspberry Pi models that support the standard 40-pin GPIO header, including Raspberry Pi 3, Raspberry Pi 4, and Raspberry Pi Zero.
