Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) sensor

Sensor able to detect natural gas (mainly methane) in the air at concentrations between 300 and 10,000 ppm
Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) sensor - Image 1

SKU 2846-MQ4EAN 8219671072557Item type: Assembled

Description

A sensor capable of detecting the presence of natural gas in the air (mainly composed of methane) at concentrations between 300 and 10,000 ppm. It features high sensitivity and very fast response times. The drive circuit is very simple; all you have to do is supply 5V, add a load resistor, and connect the output to an AD converter.

Technical details

Power supply 5 Vdc or AC
Operating temperature -20°C to +50°C
Heater consumption less than 950 mW
Output voltage 2.5V~4.0V (at 5000 ppm CH4)
Dimensions (mm) diameter 19.6x14.5
CNG 300 ppm - 10,000 ppm

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