DUST SENSOR

Sharp’s GP2Y1010AU0F is an optical air quality sensor, designed to sense dust particles. An infrared emitting diode and a phototransistor are diagonally arranged into this device, to allow it to detect the reflected light of dust in air. It is especially effective in detecting very fine particles like cigarette smoke, and is commonly used in air purifier systems.

The sensor has a very low current consumption (20mA max, 11mA typical), and can be powered with up to 7VDC. The output of the sensor is an analog voltage proportional to the measured dust density, with a sensitivity of 0.5V/0.1mg/m3.

To interface with the sensor you need to connect to its 6-pin, 1.5mm pitch connector.

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  • Low Current Consumption (MAX: 20mA)
  • Typical Operating Voltage: 4.5V to 5.5V (MAX: 7V)
  • The presence of dust can be detected by the photometry of only one pulse
  • Enable to distinguish smoke from house dust
  • Dimensions: 1.81 x 1.18 x 0.69” (46.0 x 30.0 x 17.6mm)

Some info to help you install this sensor. Remember that some pins depends on the one you used in your program