Earth Sensor

Description The Earth Sensor is a soil moisture sensor built to measure how much water is in the soil right away. Two probes go into the dirt to check moisture levels by seeing how well electricity flows between them. More water in the soil means better conductivity, which helps the sensor figure out if the […]

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Description

The Earth Sensor is a soil moisture sensor built to measure how much water is in the soil right away. Two probes go into the dirt to check moisture levels by seeing how well electricity flows between them. More water in the soil means better conductivity, which helps the sensor figure out if the soil is wet or dry.

This sensor works with both analog and digital outputs so it fits different microcontroller setups . It comes with a 10K adjustable resistor to adjust the detection sensitivity making it possible to get accurate readings based on specific needs. Its HY2.0-4P interface lets it work with platforms like MCLab and Arduino making it simple to add to current projects.

The Earth Sensor weighs just 5g. Its small and light build makes it perfect to use in potted plant setups automated watering systems, and environmental monitoring projects. Its tough structure holds up well outdoors delivering consistent results over time.

The Earth Sensor works well for anyone, whether you’re a hobbyist, teacher, or expert. It helps monitor soil moisture supports better plant growth, and saves water across different uses.

Features

  • Integrated 10K adjustable resistor for threshold adjustment.
  • Analog & Digital Output
  • HY2.0-4P interface, supports MCLab and Arduino
  • 2 x LEGO compatible holes

Includes

  • 1 x Unit Earth
  • 1 x HY2.0-4P Grove connection cable (20cm)

Applications

  • Potted soil moisture monitoring

Specifications

Specification Parameter
Net Weight 5g
Gross Weight 18g
Product Size 64.4 x 24.1 x 8.1mm
Package Size 136 x 92 x 12mm

Frequently Asked Questions

It is a soil moisture sensor with two probes that measure the water content in soil.

It checks the conductivity between its probes. Higher moisture makes the conductivity stronger.

It provides both digital and analog outputs allowing flexible use.

You can adjust it with a 10K resistor that lets you fine-tune the threshold as needed.

It works with MCLab and Arduino using the HY2.0-4P interface.

The sensor is lightweight at around 5g making it simple to use and install.

You can use it to monitor potted plants automate watering systems, or work on projects to sense environmental conditions.

Customer Reviews

Farsi
Farsi
04/03/2024 at 10:49 AM
Perfect for monitoring soil moisture in my garden. The adjustable threshold is a great feature.
Mansoori
Mansoori
06/28/2024 at 4:03 PM
Easy to integrate with my Arduino setup. The sensor provides accurate readings, though calibration took a bit of time.
Layla
Layla
10/22/2024 at 11:56 AM
Great for indoor plants. The analog and digital outputs offer flexibility for different projects.
Jabari
Jabari
12/31/2024 at 4:36 PM
Decent sensor, but the probes could be longer for deeper soil measurements. Overall, it works well for surface-level readings.
John Smith
John Smith
03/20/2025 at 10:02 AM
As a hobbyist in the USA, this sensor has been fantastic for my smart garden projects. The integration with MCLab is seamless
Fatima
Fatima
06/04/2025 at 1:54 PM
Solid performance. The sensor is easy to use, and the adjustable resistor allows for fine-tuning. Documentation could be more detailed.
Shehhi
Shehhi
09/05/2025 at 5:25 PM
Works well for monitoring potted plants. The LEGO-compatible holes are a nice touch for custom setups.
Lara M.
Lara M.
7/27/2025 at 9:10 AM
Good specification on paper, but in practice the response lags slightly when I rotated the sensor slowly.
Min H.
Min H.
3/28/2025 at 11:50 AM
Works, but I’d like better shielding — the readings drift when other electronics are nearby.