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PPG Heart Rate And Blood Oxygen Sensor Module With Integrated Processing And I2C UART Interface
The Fermion MAX30102 PPG Heart Rate and Oximeter Sensor V2.0 is a compact biometric sensing module designed for accurate heart rate and blood oxygen saturation monitoring. Built around the Maxim MAX30102 optical sensor and an onboard microcontroller, the module uses PhotoPlethysmoGraphy (PPG) technology to measure pulse rate and SpO2 levels. Integrated signal processing and embedded algorithms allow the module to directly output processed heart rate and blood oxygen data, significantly reducing the computational burden on the host microcontroller.
Designed for wearable devices, health monitoring systems, fitness equipment, and IoT applications, the module supports both I2C and UART communication interfaces for flexible integration. The onboard processing capability simplifies development by eliminating the need for complex signal analysis and algorithm implementation on the main controller. Its compact breakout-board design makes it suitable for rapid prototyping as well as commercial product development.
Key Features
- MAX30102 Optical Sensor: High-performance heart rate and blood oxygen measurement.
- PPG Technology: Uses PhotoPlethysmoGraphy for non-invasive biometric monitoring.
- Integrated Microcontroller: Processes raw sensor data internally.
- Embedded Heart Rate Algorithm: Direct heart rate output without additional processing.
- Embedded SpO2 Algorithm: Provides blood oxygen saturation measurements.
- Dual Communication Interface: Supports both I2C and UART communication.
- Reduced MCU Workload: Offloads complex signal processing from the host controller.
- Compact Breakout Board Design: Easy integration into prototypes and products.
- Real-Time Monitoring: Continuous heart rate and oxygen level measurement.
- Low Power Operation: Suitable for portable and battery-powered applications.
Applications
- Wearable health devices
- Fitness trackers
- Pulse oximeters
- Heart rate monitoring systems
- Smart healthcare devices
- Medical research equipment
- Patient monitoring systems
- IoT health applications
- Sports performance monitoring
- Portable biometric devices
- Embedded health monitoring projects
- Educational and development platforms
Integrated Heart Rate and Oximetry Algorithm
This MAX30102 biometric sensor has an integrated MCU that interprets raw optical signals directly, allowing for direct measurement of heart rate and blood oxygen levels without the need for sophisticated algorithm development. This integrated architecture streamlines wearable health monitoring projects and speeds up prototype deployment for makers and embedded developers.
Flexible I2C and UART Communication
This PPG heart rate sensor supports both I2C and UART communication interfaces, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of development platforms, including Arduino, ESP32, and Raspberry Pi. Direct data output enables fast integration into portable health electronics and IoT monitoring systems.
Convenient Upper Computer Data Visualization
This optical pulse sensor supports upper computer systems for direct PC-based data display and monitoring. Developers may easily monitor heart rate and SpO2 levels in real time for system debugging, testing, and long-term monitoring research. This MAX30102 sensor module, with its compact size, low power consumption, and integrated biometric processing, is ideal for wearable electronics, portable healthcare devices, smart fitness systems, and long-term physiological monitoring applications that require accurate pulse and blood oxygen measurement.
Package List:
- Fermion: MAX30102 Heart Rate and Oximeter Sensor V2.0x1
- 2.54-6P Black Single-row Pin Header x1
