Product Overview
MQ-3 Gas Sensor Module
This is the MQ-3 Gas Sensor Module, which is simple to use. It can sense the presence of Alcohol in the air. The module uses our MQ-3 sensor. It simplifies the interface to the odd pin spacing of the sensor and provides an interface through standard 4 x 0.1? header pins. MQ-3 gas sensor provides an analog output corresponding to the concentration of the gas in the air and an easy-to-use digital output.
The sensitive material used for this sensor is SnO2, whose conductivity is lower in clean air. Its conductivity increases as the concentration of alcohol gasses increases. It has a high sensitivity to alcohol and has good resistance to disturbances due to smoke, vapour and gasoline. MQ-3 gas sensor module provides both digital and analog outputs. It can be easily interfaced with Microcontrollers like
Arduino Boards
,
Raspberry Pi
etc.
This MQ-3 alcohol sensor is suitable for detecting alcohol concentration on your breath, just like your common breathalyzer. It has a high sensitivity and fast response time. The sensor provides an analog resistive output based on alcohol concentration. The drive circuit is very simple, all it needs is one resistor. A simple interface could be a 0-3.3V ADC
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All About MQ Series Gas Sensor
Key Features:
Semiconductor Sensor Type
Simple SIP header interface
Compatible with the majority of microcontrollers
Mode of low-power standby
Heater voltage is required
Excellent sensitivity to alcohol gas
High sensitivity and rapid response
Longevity at a low cost
MQ-3 Gas Sensor Module
Pin Diagram:
MQ-3 Gas Sensor Module Pin Description
MQ-3 Gas Sensor Module
Pin Description:
Pin Number
Pin Name
Description
1
VCC
This pin provides power to the module; the typical operating voltage is +5V.
2
GND
This pin Connects the module to the system ground.
3
DO (
Digital Out)
You can also use this sensor to get digital output from this pin by adjusting the potentiometer.
4
AO (
Analog Out)
Based on the intensity of the gas, this pin outputs a 0-5V analogue voltage.
Applications
Car alcohol alarm
Breathalyzer
Alarm for exceeded gas level
Portable alcohol detector
Stand-alone/background sensing device
Environmental monitoring equipment
Technical Specifications
| Power requirements | 5V (DC) |
|---|---|
| Current Consumption | 150 mA |
| DO output | 0.1 and 5V |
| AO output | 0.1- 0.3 V |
| Dimensions | 3 x 2 x 1cms |
| Weight | 5 grams |
Use Cases
- This is an MQ-3 Gas Sensor
- This Gas Sensor is Compatible with most of the microcontrollers
- It has a Fast response and High sensitivity
- The carbon monoxide detection with better sensitivity.