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Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor
This soil moisture sensor uses capacitive sensing to measure soil moisture levels, offering a more durable and corrosion-resistant alternative to traditional resistive sensors. Simply insert it into the soil near your plants, and you can display real-time moisture data to your friends!
The module includes a voltage regulator, allowing it to operate within a voltage range of 3.3V to 5.5V, making it compatible with both 3.3V and 5V low-voltage microcontrollers. For use with a Raspberry Pi, an ADC converter is required.
This sensor also features a 3-pin “Gravity” interface, making it easy to connect to the Gravity I/O expansion shield for seamless integration into your projects.
Application
Garden plants.
Moisture detection
Intelligent agriculture
Circuit Diagram of Moisture Sensor Compatible with Arduino and Display:
The Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor is a durable probe designed to measure soil moisture levels using capacitive sensing technology. Its corrosion-resistant design and analog output make it ideal for real-time monitoring in gardening, agriculture and environmental projects.
Key Features of Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor
Capacitive sensing for accurate, drift-free moisture readings
Wide operating voltage (3.3 V to 5.5 V) compatible with 3.3 V and 5 V controllers
Low operating current (approx. 5 mA) for energy-efficient applications
Standard 3-pin PH2.54 “Gravity” interface for plug-and-play wiring
Analog voltage output for easy integration with ADC inputs
Genuine product quality and fast shipping across India from Zbotic
Applications and Use Cases
Automated watering systems for indoor plants and gardens
Greenhouse climate control monitoring
DIY Arduino/Raspberry Pi soil data logging projects
Hydroponic and vertical farming moisture management
Research in soil science and environmental monitoring
Smart irrigation systems for lawns and landscaping
How to Use Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor
Connect the sensor’s 3-pin Gravity cable to your microcontroller’s VCC (3.3 V–5.5 V), GND and analog input. Insert the probe into the soil near the root zone and read the voltage on your ADC channel. For Raspberry Pi users, add an external ADC (e.g. MCP3008) to convert the analog signal into a digital value.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use this sensor directly with an Arduino UNO?
Yes. Simply connect VCC to 5 V, GND to ground and the analog output to an A0 input. Read the voltage value in your sketch to determine soil moisture levels.
How do I interface it with a Raspberry Pi?
Since Raspberry Pi lacks analog inputs, pair the sensor with an external ADC module (e.g. MCP3008). Wire the ADC to the Pi’s SPI pins, then read the converted digital values in your Python code.
Is the probe safe for long-term use in soil?
Yes. The capacitive sensing design prevents direct metal exposure to moisture, greatly reducing corrosion. For best longevity, occasional cleaning with a soft cloth is recommended.
The Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor is a versatile soil moisture sensor used across a wide range of applications including electronics projects, DIY builds, prototyping, and educational experiments.
Common use cases:
Integrating into a custom electronics project
Learning and experimenting with circuits
Replacing or upgrading components in existing setups
This product is ideal for electronics enthusiasts, engineers, and students.
Technical Tip: Always verify voltage and current requirements before connecting to your circuit. Check datasheets for detailed specifications and pin configurations.
Shipping & Delivery
Free shipping on orders above ₹999 across India
Dispatched within 1-3 business days
Expected delivery: 3-7 business days depending on location
Secure packaging to ensure safe transit of electronic components
Weight
0.02 kg
Dimensions
12 × 4 × 1 cm
15 Days Warranty
Please note that this item is only covered by a standard supplier warranty against manufacturing defects for a period of 15days from the time of delivery. It is important to understand that only manufacturing defects are covered under this warranty, and any other issues will not be considered for reimbursement or replacement. We strongly advise inspecting the product upon delivery to ensure it meets your expectations. In case of any manufacturing defects, we guarantee reimbursement or replacement.
What voids warranty:
If the product is subject to misuse, tampering, static discharge, accident, water or fire damage, use of chemicals & soldered or altered in any way.
Arun Mehta (verified owner) –
Perfect Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor for my automation project. Integrates seamlessly with my microcontroller.
Vinay Chatterjee (verified owner) –
Perfect Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor for my automation project. Integrates seamlessly with my microcontroller.
Manish Srivastava (verified owner) –
This Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor is a must-have for sensor projects. Plug and play with Arduino.
Swati Garg (verified owner) –
This Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor is excellent for the price. My data logging project is working perfectly now.
Aditya Kumar (verified owner) –
This Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor works great with Arduino. Easy to wire up and code.
Yash Bhat (verified owner) –
Bought this Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor for my college project. Accurate readings, easy to code. Very happy!
Nitin Nair (verified owner) –
Love this Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor. Response time is fast and readings are stable.
Prashant Srivastava (verified owner) –
This Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor works great with Arduino. Easy to wire up and code.
Abhishek Choudhury (verified owner) –
Very satisfied with this Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor. Library support is good and it’s easy to interface.
Siddharth Rathore (verified owner) –
Love this Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor. Response time is fast and readings are stable.
Zubin Rathore (verified owner) –
Excellent Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor! Readings are accurate and consistent. Perfect for my project.
Kapil Dave (verified owner) –
Perfect Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor for my automation project. Integrates seamlessly with my microcontroller.
Sonali Mishra (verified owner) –
This Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor works great with Arduino. Easy to wire up and code.
Dev Mishra (verified owner) –
Average Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor. Readings fluctuate a bit. Works for rough measurements.
Dhruv Vyas –
Nice Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor. Readings are mostly accurate. Good enough for my hobby project.
Tanya Bhandari (verified owner) –
Outstanding accuracy from this Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor. Compared with a professional instrument, readings match closely.
Hemant Rao (verified owner) –
Great Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor. Using it in my smart agriculture system. Reliable measurements every time.
Sanjay Rawat (verified owner) –
Excellent Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor! Readings are accurate and consistent. Perfect for my project.
Vikram Rathore –
This Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor works great with Arduino. Easy to wire up and code.
Lakshya Saini (verified owner) –
Perfect Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor for my automation project. Integrates seamlessly with my microcontroller.
Abhishek Gupta (verified owner) –
Perfect Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor for my automation project. Integrates seamlessly with my microcontroller.
Dinesh Solanki (verified owner) –
Very satisfied with this Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor. Library support is good and it’s easy to interface.
Neha Choudhury (verified owner) –
Outstanding accuracy from this Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor. Compared with a professional instrument, readings match closely.
Nitin Gill (verified owner) –
Superb Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor! Using it in my environmental monitoring system. Very reliable data.
Neha Rawat (verified owner) –
Excellent Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor! Readings are accurate and consistent. Perfect for my project.
Mayank Bhatt –
This Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor is excellent for the price. My data logging project is working perfectly now.
Advik Vyas (verified owner) –
Love this Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor. Response time is fast and readings are stable.
Riya Hegde (verified owner) –
Very satisfied with this Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor. Library support is good and it’s easy to interface.
Rajesh Sharma (verified owner) –
Good Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor. Works as described. Calibration needed some patience but results are good.
Nandini Bajaj –
This Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor is a must-have for sensor projects. Plug and play with Arduino.