The Grove - Soil Moisture Sensor is a cost-effective, beginner-friendly tool designed for students, makers, and IoT developers to measure soil moisture levels. Using a simple resistivity measurement principle, it helps determine when plants need watering and supports smart gardening and DIY automation projects. With a plug-and-play Grove interface, detailed tutorials, and abundant resources, it’s the perfect choice for quick prototyping.
Key Features
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Cost-Effective: Ideal for DIYers, students, and early-stage IoT projects.
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Plug-and-Play: Grove compatible, with simple probes for easy soil data collection.
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Beginner-Friendly: Extensive tutorials, project guides, and community support available.
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Effective Measurement: Soil moisture is inversely proportional to resistance; easy to read via ADC.
Applications
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Botanical Gardening
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Soil Moisture Monitoring
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Automated Plant Watering Systems
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Consistency Measurement for Soil Conditions
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
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| Operating Voltage | 3.3V – 5V |
| Operating Current | 35mA |
| Dimensions | 60mm × 20mm × 6.35mm |
| Output Value (Dry Soil) | 0 – 300 |
| Output Value (Humid Soil) | 300 – 700 |
| Output Value (Water) | 700 – 950 |
| PCB Size | 2.0cm × 6.0cm |
Note:
This sensor is for prototyping only and is not resistant to long-term water exposure or contamination. For a corrosion-resistant option, check out the Grove - Capacitive Moisture Sensor.
Part List
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Grove - Soil Moisture Sensor × 1
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Grove Cable × 1
Expand to Industrial Solutions
Upgrade your project with SenseCAP S2105 for robust soil moisture, temperature, and EC monitoring. Easily convert Grove sensors into industrial-grade LoRaWAN® devices using the SenseCAP S2110 Controller and S2100 Data Logger.