{"product_id":"waterproof-ultrasonic-distance-sensor-5v-module-compoden","title":"Waterproof Ultrasonic Distance Sensor | 5V Module | Compoden","description":"\u003ch1\u003eWaterproof Ultrasonic Distance Transducer Sensor – 20-600cm Range\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis waterproof ultrasonic distance sensor uses sound waves to measure distances from 20 cm to 600 cm with ±1 cm accuracy. Its sealed housing makes it safe for wet or dusty environments—ideal for outdoor projects, tank level monitoring, or obstacle detection in rain. The module outputs a TTL signal for easy interfacing with microcontrollers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasuring Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 cm – 600 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±1 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaterproof Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP67 (sensor head only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Signal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTTL (pulse width proportional to distance)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Can Build With This\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/kit-water-level-indicator\"\u003eWater tank level indicator with real-time depth reading\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/kit-obstacle-avoiding-robot\"\u003eObstacle-avoiding robot that works outdoors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eParking assist system for vehicles or garages\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDistance measurement data logger for industrial containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sensor works with 5V microcontrollers like Arduino Uno, Mega, and standard ESP32 boards. For 3.3V devices such as Raspberry Pi or ESP8266, a level shifter on the Echo pin is recommended. It pairs easily with I2C LCD modules or SD card shields for displaying or logging measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWiring Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect VCC to 5V, GND to ground, Trig to a digital output pin, and Echo to a digital input pin. The Echo pin outputs a 5V pulse; if using a 3.3V controller, insert a voltage divider or level shifter. Avoid pulling excessive current from the Echo pin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Compoden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery component is sourced from verified suppliers and tested for compatibility before listing. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. Ships from Bengaluru in 3-5 days. If defective on arrival, replace within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this compatible with Arduino?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it works directly with 5V Arduino boards. Just connect Trig and Echo to digital pins and use a standard pulseIn function in your code.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I submerge the sensor completely?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sensor head is IP67 rated, meaning it withstands temporary immersion up to 1 meter, but it is primarily designed for air-based measurement in wet conditions. Avoid permanent underwater operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow does it compare to HC-SR04?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis sensor offers a longer range (600 cm vs 400 cm) and a waterproof transducer, making it more durable for outdoor and humid applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compoden-handoff\" style=\"margin-top:24px;padding:16px;background:#f0f4ff;border-left:4px solid #2B4D8F;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px 0;font-weight:600;color:#1A3560;\"\u003e📦 Free Setup Handoff Document Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:0.95em;color:#333;\"\u003eEvery Compoden order includes a free setup handoff document — step-by-step instructions to get your component working within minutes. Download it via QR code on your package. The handoff document is also trained to help you troubleshoot the majority of problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Compoden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53444959011181,"sku":"CDN-0331","price":280.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/3997\/5533\/files\/image_1_a4d443fd-059a-46e3-9090-78372caf3098.jpg?v=1781512463","url":"https:\/\/compoden.com\/products\/waterproof-ultrasonic-distance-sensor-5v-module-compoden","provider":"Compoden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}