
Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor V2.0
$1.50
🌱 Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor V2.0 (High Stability, Corrosion-Resistant)
The Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor V2.0 is a highly reliable soil moisture detector designed for long-term use in smart gardening, irrigation systems, and plant monitoring projects. Unlike traditional resistive sensors, this module uses capacitive sensing, making it corrosion-free, durable, and stable even in wet soil environments.
Ideal for Arduino, ESP32, ESP8266, Raspberry Pi, and any microcontroller-based automation system.
🌟 Key Features
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Capacitive sensing → no exposed metal, no corrosion
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High durability for long-term soil usage
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Analog output for moisture level measurement
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Onboard voltage regulator (3.3–5V compatible)
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Improved V2.0 design for better accuracy & stability
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Slim and compact PCB design for easy insertion into soil
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Works with most microcontrollers
⚡ How It Works
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This sensor detects soil moisture by measuring the change in capacitance when water content in the soil increases or decreases.
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Dry soil → Lower analog value
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Wet soil → Higher analog value
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For accuracy, it’s best to calibrate in your specific soil type.
🌿 Common Applications
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Smart plant watering systems
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Greenhouse & farm automation
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Home gardening / potted plants
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Soil moisture monitoring
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IoT agriculture projects