MQ2 smoke,methane,butane gas sensor
The MQ2 Gas Sensor is a versatile sensor designed to detect various gases, including smoke, methane, and butane. It uses a semiconductor sensor that changes resistance based on the concentration of gases in the environment. This sensor is widely used in applications requiring gas detection and air quality monitoring, including safety systems and environmental monitoring.
Key Features:
- Detects a range of gases including smoke, methane, and butane
- Provides an analog output voltage proportional to gas concentration
- High sensitivity to multiple gases
- Simple to interface with microcontrollers
- Compact and easy to integrate into various systems
- Gas Types Detected: Smoke, Methane (CH4), Butane (C4H10)
- Output Type: Analog voltage
- Supply Voltage: 5V DC
- Current Consumption: 150mA (typical)
- Heating Resistance: 2.2kΩ (typical)
- Response Time: 10 seconds to 1 minute (varies by gas and concentration)
- Operating Temperature Range: -20°C to +50°C
- Dimensions: 32mm x 20mm x 25mm (approximately)
- Mounting Type: Typically through-hole or with a connector
- Gas Detection: Used in systems to detect and measure the concentration of smoke, methane, and butane gases.
- Safety Systems: Employed in safety systems to alert users to the presence of dangerous gases.
- Environmental Monitoring: Monitors air quality in various environments.
- DIY Projects: Ideal for hobbyist and educational projects involving gas detection.
- Industrial Applications: Used in industrial settings to ensure safety and compliance with environmental regulations.