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{"id":4357144215670,"title":"Sparkfun Soil Moisture Sensor (with Screw Terminals)","handle":"sparkfun-soil-moisture-sensor-with-screw-terminals","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe SparkFun Soil Moisture Sensor is a simple breakout for measuring the moisture in soil and similar materials. The soil moisture sensor is pretty straightforward to use. The two large, exposed pads function as probes for the sensor, together acting as a variable resistor. The more water that is in the soil means the better the conductivity between the pads will be, resulting in a lower resistance and a higher SIG out. This version of the Soil Moisture Sensor includes a 3-pin screw pin terminal pre-soldered to the board for easy wiring and setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo get the SparkFun Soil Moisture Sensor functioning, all you will need is to connect the VCC and GND pins to your Arduino-based device (or compatible development board). You will receive a SIG out, which will depend on the amount of water in the soil. One commonly known issue with soil moisture senors is their short lifespan when exposed to a moist environment. To combat this, we’ve had the PCB coated in gold finishing (ENIG, or Electroless Nickel Immersion Gold).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check the Hookup Guide below for assembly and weatherproofing instructions, as well as a simple example project that you can put together yourself!\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2020-02-12T15:38:11-05:00","created_at":"2019-11-26T17:18:52-05:00","vendor":"SparkFun","type":"SparkFun","tags":[],"price":690,"price_min":690,"price_max":690,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":695,"compare_at_price_min":695,"compare_at_price_max":695,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":31261031334006,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"K594","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Sparkfun Soil Moisture Sensor (with Screw Terminals)","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":690,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":695,"inventory_quantity":4,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/9663\/products\/13637-01.jpg?v=1574806732"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/9663\/products\/13637-01.jpg?v=1574806732","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":5693270753398,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":600,"width":600,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/9663\/products\/13637-01.jpg?v=1574806732"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":600,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/9663\/products\/13637-01.jpg?v=1574806732","width":600}],"content":"\u003cp\u003eThe SparkFun Soil Moisture Sensor is a simple breakout for measuring the moisture in soil and similar materials. The soil moisture sensor is pretty straightforward to use. The two large, exposed pads function as probes for the sensor, together acting as a variable resistor. The more water that is in the soil means the better the conductivity between the pads will be, resulting in a lower resistance and a higher SIG out. This version of the Soil Moisture Sensor includes a 3-pin screw pin terminal pre-soldered to the board for easy wiring and setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo get the SparkFun Soil Moisture Sensor functioning, all you will need is to connect the VCC and GND pins to your Arduino-based device (or compatible development board). You will receive a SIG out, which will depend on the amount of water in the soil. One commonly known issue with soil moisture senors is their short lifespan when exposed to a moist environment. To combat this, we’ve had the PCB coated in gold finishing (ENIG, or Electroless Nickel Immersion Gold).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check the Hookup Guide below for assembly and weatherproofing instructions, as well as a simple example project that you can put together yourself!\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":4332446974070,"title":"SparkFun Arduino Pro Mini ATmega328-5V\/16MHz","handle":"sparkfun-arduino-pro-mini-atmega328-5v-16mhz","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a 5V Arduino running the 16MHz bootloader. Arduino Pro Mini does not come with connectors populated so that you can solder in any connector or wire with any orientation you need. We recommend first time Arduino users start with the Uno R3. It's a great board that will get you up and running quickly. The Arduino Pro series is meant for users that understand the limitations of system voltage (5V), lack of connectors, and USB off board.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe really wanted to minimize the cost of an Arduino. In order to accomplish this we used all SMD components, made it two layer, etc. This board connects directly to the FTDI Basic Breakout board and supports auto-reset. The Arduino Pro Mini also works with the FTDI cable but the FTDI cable does not bring out the DTR pin so the auto-reset feature will not work. There is a voltage regulator on board so it can accept voltage up to 12VDC. If you're supplying unregulated power to the board, be sure to connect to the \"RAW\" pin and not VCC.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2020-02-12T14:27:21-05:00","created_at":"2019-11-03T11:39:02-05:00","vendor":"SparkFun","type":"SparkFun","tags":[],"price":990,"price_min":990,"price_max":990,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":995,"compare_at_price_min":995,"compare_at_price_max":995,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":31081406759030,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"K586","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"SparkFun Arduino Pro Mini ATmega328-5V\/16MHz","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":990,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":995,"inventory_quantity":5,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/9663\/products\/11113-01b.jpg?v=1581535758","\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/9663\/products\/image-not-available_ce346855-a21d-4650-bff3-f9efc7a93f91.png?v=1581535758"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/9663\/products\/11113-01b.jpg?v=1581535758","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":6095023571062,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":600,"width":600,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/9663\/products\/11113-01b.jpg?v=1581535734"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":600,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/9663\/products\/11113-01b.jpg?v=1581535734","width":600},{"alt":null,"id":5533277978742,"position":2,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.333,"height":375,"width":500,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/9663\/products\/image-not-available_ce346855-a21d-4650-bff3-f9efc7a93f91.png?v=1572799142"},"aspect_ratio":1.333,"height":375,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/9663\/products\/image-not-available_ce346855-a21d-4650-bff3-f9efc7a93f91.png?v=1572799142","width":500}],"content":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a 5V Arduino running the 16MHz bootloader. Arduino Pro Mini does not come with connectors populated so that you can solder in any connector or wire with any orientation you need. We recommend first time Arduino users start with the Uno R3. It's a great board that will get you up and running quickly. The Arduino Pro series is meant for users that understand the limitations of system voltage (5V), lack of connectors, and USB off board.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe really wanted to minimize the cost of an Arduino. In order to accomplish this we used all SMD components, made it two layer, etc. This board connects directly to the FTDI Basic Breakout board and supports auto-reset. The Arduino Pro Mini also works with the FTDI cable but the FTDI cable does not bring out the DTR pin so the auto-reset feature will not work. There is a voltage regulator on board so it can accept voltage up to 12VDC. If you're supplying unregulated power to the board, be sure to connect to the \"RAW\" pin and not VCC.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

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{"id":4330419257462,"title":"SparkFun Inventor's Kit for Arduino Uno - v4.0","handle":"sparkfun-inventors-kit-for-arduino-uno-v4-0","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe SparkFun Inventor's Kit (SIK) for Arduino Uno is a great way to get started with programming and hardware interaction with the Arduino programming language. The SIK includes everything you need to complete five overarching projects consisting of 16 interconnected circuits that teach everything from blinking an LED to reading sensors. The culminating project is your very own autonomous robot! No previous programming or electronics experience is required to use this kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.sparkfun.com\/datasheets\/Kits\/SIK\/SIK_v4_Book_Oct_25_FINAL.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eonline guide\u003c\/a\u003e contains step-by-step instructions with circuit diagrams and hookup tables for building each project and circuit with the included parts. Full example code is provided, new concepts and components are explained at point of use, and troubleshooting tips offer assistance if something goes wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kit does not require any soldering and is recommended for beginners ages 10 and up who are looking for an Arduino starter kit. For SIK version 4.0 we took an entirely different approach to teaching embedded electronics. In previous versions of the SIK, each circuit focused on introducing a new piece of technology. With SIK v4.0, components are introduced in the context of the circuit you are building, and each circuit builds upon the last, leading up to a project that incorporates all of the components and concepts introduced throughout the guide. With new parts and a completely new strategy, even if you've used the SIK before, you're in for a brand-new experience!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis version of the SIK replaces the SparkFun RedBoard with the Arduino Uno (SMD version) and comes without the SIK guidebook and carrying case. With these components being swapped and removed, we were able to reduce the overall size and weight of the kit, making shipping cheaper and easier for anyone ordering internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e As stated above, this SIK does NOT include a carrying case or print guidebook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"center-block text-center\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learn.sparkfun.com\/tutorials\/sparkfun-inventors-kit-experiment-guide---v40\" class=\"btn btn-default\"\u003eGet Started With the SparkFun Inventor's Kit v4.0 Experiment Guide\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","published_at":"2019-10-31T11:32:31-04:00","created_at":"2019-10-31T09:43:41-04:00","vendor":"SparkFun","type":"SparkFun","tags":["Kit"],"price":9549,"price_min":9549,"price_max":9549,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":10995,"compare_at_price_min":10995,"compare_at_price_max":10995,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":31071698583670,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"K572","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":false,"name":"SparkFun Inventor's Kit for Arduino Uno - v4.0","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":9549,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":10995,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"845156008339"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/9663\/products\/14418-SparkFun_Inventor_s_Kit_for_Arduino_Uno_-_v4.0-01.jpg?v=1572535205","\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/9663\/products\/14418-02.jpg?v=1572535205"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/9663\/products\/14418-SparkFun_Inventor_s_Kit_for_Arduino_Uno_-_v4.0-01.jpg?v=1572535205","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":5516592545910,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":600,"width":600,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/9663\/products\/14418-SparkFun_Inventor_s_Kit_for_Arduino_Uno_-_v4.0-01.jpg?v=1572535202"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":600,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/9663\/products\/14418-SparkFun_Inventor_s_Kit_for_Arduino_Uno_-_v4.0-01.jpg?v=1572535202","width":600},{"alt":null,"id":5516064129142,"position":2,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":600,"width":600,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/9663\/products\/14418-02.jpg?v=1572529421"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":600,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/9663\/products\/14418-02.jpg?v=1572529421","width":600}],"content":"\u003cp\u003eThe SparkFun Inventor's Kit (SIK) for Arduino Uno is a great way to get started with programming and hardware interaction with the Arduino programming language. 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