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MQ-5 Gas Sensor: Reliable Detection for LPG and Natural Gas
The MQ-5 gas sensor is an essential tool designed for detecting various gases, including liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), natural gas, and coal gas. This sensor is ideal for applications requiring precise monitoring of gas concentrations, making it a valuable asset in safety systems.
Key Features
- Gas Sensitivity: Highly sensitive to LPG, natural gas, and coal gas.
- Voltage Output: The output voltage increases proportionally with the concentration of the detected gases.
- Rapid Response Time: Offers quick response and recovery times to ensure timely detection.
- Adjustable Sensitivity: Users can modify sensitivity settings according to specific requirements.
- Signal Output Indicator: Equipped with an indicator that displays signal output status.
Technical Specifications
- Power Supply Range: Operates between 2.5V and 5.0V.
- Dimensions: Compact size measuring 40mm x 21mm.
- Mounting Hole Size: Features mounting holes sized at 2.0mm.
Applications
This sensor is primarily utilized as a gas leakage detector in various environments where safety is paramount. Its ability to detect multiple types of gases makes it suitable for both residential and industrial applications.
Installation Instructions
For integration with a microcontroller unit (MCU):
- Connect VCC to power supply (2.5V – 5.0V).
- Attach GND to the ground of the power supply.
- Use AOUT for analog output connection to MCU.IO.
- Connect DOUT for digital output connection to MCU.IO.
Package Contents
1 x MQ-5 Gas Sensor
1 x Custom connector jumper wire (4-pin)
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