{"product_id":"pm2-5-air-pollution-science-kit-arduino-uno-sensor-and-data-logging","title":"PM2.5 Air Pollution Science Kit - Arduino Uno, Sensor \u0026 Data Logging","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBuild a Portable PM2.5 Air Pollution Monitor and AQI Data Logger with Arduino Uno\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"value-summary\"\u003eEvery part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs-strip\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-4 hrs\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15-18\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill:\u003c\/strong\u003e Environmental data logging \u0026amp; AQI calculation\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith rapid urbanisation, understanding air pollution is more critical than ever. This kit lets you build a portable monitor that logs PM2.5 levels at any location - near a busy road, inside a classroom, or in a park. By comparing real data against a clean-air baseline, you'll calculate AQI and create compelling graphs for your science project or research paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Build\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll assemble a battery-powered air quality station that reads PM2.5 concentrations from a PMS5003 laser particle sensor, timestamps every reading with a real-time clock, displays live values on an OLED screen, and saves all data to a microSD card. Back home, you can analyse how pollution levels vary with time and place, producing professional-grade AQI charts that demonstrate a deep understanding of environmental health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInterface a laser-based particle sensor (PMS5003) with Arduino to measure PM2.5 in ?g\/m�.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse a DS3231 RTC module to timestamp sensor readings for accurate data logs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCalculate the Air Quality Index (AQI) from raw PM2.5 data using standard EPA breakpoints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVisualise and interpret air quality trends by plotting time-series graphs of logged data.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArduino Uno R3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePMS5003 Particle Sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDS3231 RTC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicroSD Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.96in OLED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.7k? 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If you need a ready-made platform to study urban air pollution, this kit gives you everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt and Backed by Compoden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat if I get stuck during the build?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe included AI companion gives you step-by-step guidance for every connection, and you can message us on WhatsApp for real-time help from our support engineers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I deploy this monitor outdoors for long periods?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes - the kit runs on a 9V battery and logs to microSD. For multi-day outdoor use, we recommend a weatherproof enclosure (not included) and a higher-capacity power bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do I calibrate the PMS5003 for accurate AQI readings?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sensor is factory-calibrated. You'll use the standard EPA AQI formula for PM2.5, which is explained in the build companion. For research-grade accuracy, you can cross-reference with a reference monitor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat kind of graph can I plot from the logged data?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CSV file on the microSD contains time-stamped PM2.5 values. You can import it into Excel, Google Sheets, or Python to plot line charts showing pollution peaks during rush hour versus quiet periods, or compare sites like a road junction and a park.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"kit-description\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003ePMS5003 logs PM2.5 near road and compares with clean air baseline. 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