MQ-5 Gas Sensor Module For H2, LPG, CH4, CO Detector Module
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MQ-5 Gas Sensor Module The Simple MQ-5 Gas Sensor Module is an inexpensive way to add basic gas sensing to your project. A Buzzer is used by the MQ-5 Methane LPG Liquid Propane Gas Sensor Module particulate sensor to detect any detected material that is even present in the air! This MQ-5 Methane LPG Liquid Propane Gas Sensor Module is widely used in gas leak detection pieces of equipment in the home and industry, and is suitable for detecting LPG, natural gas, town gas, as well as avoiding the noise of alcohol and cooking fumes and cigarette smoke. The MQ5 (MQ-5) sensor is used in gas leakage detection equipment in consumer and industrial applications. It can detect LPG, natural gas, and coal gas. Avoid alcohol noise, cooking fumes, and cigarette smoke. The potentiometer can be used to adjust the sensitivity. The MQ-5 gas sensor's sensitive material is tin Oxide (SnO2), which has a lower conductivity in clean air. When the target combustible gas is present, the sensor's conductivity increases as the gas concentration rises. Please use a simple electro circuit to convert the change in conductivity to the corresponding gas concentration output signal. The MQ-5 gas sensor has a high sensitivity to methane, propane, and butane and can detect both methane and propane. The sensor could be used to detect various combustible gases, particularly methane; it is low-cost and suitable for a variety of applications. If you want to use this MQ-5 Gas Sensor Module with Arduino, for that you will need Arduino jumper wires buzzer or siren Read our blog explaining the classification of sensors in IoT detailing 5 core classifications depending on how they work, 10 types of sensors, and the Characteristics of Sensors in IoT. MQ-5 Gas Sensor Module Pin Diagram MQ-5 Gas Sensor Module Pin Description 1 AO Analog output ( Sensor data output in analog form) 2 DO Digital output ( Sensor data output in digital form) 3 GND To -ve of power supply 4 VCC To +ve of power supply Applications: Detecting LPG Detecting natural gas Detecting coal gas Detecting alcohol Detecting cooking fumes Detecting cigarette smoke
- Detects H2, LPG, CH4, and CO with high sensitivity to methane and propane
- Analog and digital output for flexible microcontroller interfacing
- Onboard potentiometer for adjustable sensitivity and threshold control
- 5V DC operation with low power consumption
- Compatible with Arduino, ESP32, and Raspberry Pi
- Tin oxide (SnO2) sensing element for stable performance
- High sensitivity to methane and propane
- Stable and long-life performance
- Dual output: analog and digital
- Easy integration with microcontrollers
- Low-cost gas detection solution
- Compact PCB design with screw terminals
| Gas Sensor Model | MQ5 |
|---|---|
| Operating Voltage | 5V (DC) |
| Operating Temperature | -20 to 40 (°C) |
| Dimensions | 3.2 x 2 x 2.2cms |
| Weight | 5 grams |
What gases can the MQ-5 sensor detect?
The MQ-5 detects hydrogen (H2), LPG, methane (CH4), and carbon monoxide (CO), with high sensitivity to methane and propane.
Is the MQ-5 module compatible with Arduino?
Yes, it works seamlessly with Arduino, ESP32, and Raspberry Pi using analog or digital output pins.
How do I adjust the sensitivity of the MQ-5 sensor?
Use the onboard potentiometer to adjust sensitivity and set the digital output threshold for gas detection.
What is the operating voltage of the MQ-5 sensor?
The MQ-5 gas sensor module operates at 5V DC and is compatible with standard microcontroller power supplies.
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