Arduino Seismograph Kit: Log Earthquake Shakes, Estimate Magnitude with Timestamps

Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.

Bring the science of earthquake detection to your tabletop. This kit lets you build a complete seismograph that senses ground motion using a sensitive ADXL345 accelerometer, records each vibration event with a precise timestamp, and displays real-time acceleration on a crisp OLED screen. Whether you're preparing for a CBSE science exhibition, exploring seismology in an ATL Tinkering Lab, or simply curious about how we measure the Earth's tremors, this project puts professional principles into your hands.

What You'll Build

You'll assemble a working earthquake detection station that fits in the palm of your hand. The OLED shows live 3-axis acceleration values, and whenever a shake exceeds a set threshold, the system logs the event with date and time from the DS3231 real-time clock. Tap the table, and the seismograph responds instantly; you can even estimate the local quake magnitude using a simple formula derived from the Richter scale, mimicking how real seismologists classify earthquakes.

What You'll Learn

• Interface the ADXL345 accelerometer with Arduino and read precise 3-axis vibration data
• Set up a DS3231 real-time clock module to timestamp every seismic event accurately
• Display real-time sensor readings and event logs on a 0.96-inch OLED screen via I2C communication
• Apply the Richter scale formula to estimate local earthquake magnitude from peak acceleration values

Kit Contents

Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately

Who This Kit Is For

Ideal for ATL Tinkering Lab students, CBSE Class 11-12 physics enthusiasts, and young makers embarking on their first Arduino sensor project. It's equally suited as a ready-to-use demonstration tool for science teachers explaining seismology, and a practical foundation for B.Tech ECE students exploring sensor data logging and IoT applications.

Built and Backed by Compoden

Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project - accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.