BME280 Environmental Sensor Module – KSH 400 at HIMASTORES Mombasa – best electronics in Kenya

BME280 Environmental Sensor Module

SKU: HMJ119 Category: Sensors
KSH 400.00
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Product Description

BME280 Environmental Sensor Module

Precision Temperature, Humidity, and Barometric Pressure Sensor

The BME280 is an integrated environmental digital sensor designed by Bosch Sensortec, capable of simultaneously measuring temperature, humidity, and barometric pressure [citation:2]. It is an ideal choice for weather monitoring, IoT projects, and altimeter applications due to its small size, low power consumption, and long-term stability [citation:2][citation:6].

3in1 Environmental Sensor - Combines temperature, humidity, and barometric pressure measurement in a single compact package.
UltraLow Power Consumption Consumes only 3.6µA during active operation, making it perfect for battery-powered devices [citation:2].
The BME280 chip itself operates at 1.71V to 3.6V [citation:2]. Many breakout boards include an onboard voltage regulator and level shifter, allowing operation from 3.3V or 5V [citation:6][citation:8].
Communication is available via both I2C (default) and SPI interfaces, providing flexible integration options [citation:6][citation:8].

Technical Specifications

ParameterValue
Temperature Range-40°C to +85°C
Temperature Accuracy±0.5°C (typical) [citation:2]
Humidity Range0 to 100% RH
Humidity Accuracy±3% RH [citation:2][citation:6]
Pressure Range300 to 1100 hPa
Pressure Accuracy±1 hPa [citation:2][citation:6]
Pressure Resolution0.18 Pa [citation:6]
InterfaceI2C / SPI [citation:6]
I2C Address0x76 or 0x77

= Key Features =

+Combined 20bit ADC Provides high-resolution digital output for all three measurements [citation:2].

+Individual Factory Calibration - Each sensor is calibrated at the factory, with coefficients stored in internal EEPROM for accurate compensation [citation:2].

+Dual Communication Protocol - Supports both I2C and SPI, compatible with a wide range of microcontrollers including Arduino, ESP32, and Raspberry Pi [citation:1][citation:4][citation:6].

+Compact Breakout Form Factor - Many modules include onboard voltage level translation, allowing direct connection to both 3.3V and 5V systems [citation:6][citation:8].

+Configurable Oversampling Allows adjustment of measurement resolution vs. speed and power consumption tradeoffs [citation:4][citation:5].

= Applications =

  1. Weather stations and IoT environmental monitoring [citation:2]
  2. Drones, altimeters, and GPS-assisted navigation [citation:2]
  3. Smart home automation and HVAC systems [citation:2]
  4. Wearable devices and portable electronics [citation:2]
  5. Indoor and outdoor air quality assessment [citation:6]
Triple Sensor Integration - Reduces component count and simplifies design for environmental sensing projects.
Excellent LongTerm Stability Provides reliable data over years of use, wellsuited for longterm monitoring [citation:2].

√ Versatile and widely supported Extensive library support available for Arduino, ESPIDF, Raspberry Pi, and MicroPython [citation:1][citation:4][citation:5].

√ Suitable for altitude and weather calculations Onchip calibration enables accurate pressuretoaltitude conversion [citation:2][citation:5].

√ Common breakout designs - Includes mounting holes and pin headers for easy integration into projects [citation:6][citation:12].

Connection Guide (I2C)

Module PinArduino UNOESP32
VCC5V (or 3.3V)3.3V
GNDGNDGND
SDAA4GPIO21 [citation:3]
SCLA5GPIO22 [citation:3]
SDO/ADDRGND (0x76) or 3.3V (0x77)

The I2C address is configured by the voltage on the SDO pin [citation:8][citation:11].

Troubleshooting

No communication:

  • Check voltage supply (1.71-3.6V for chip, 3.3/5V for breakout boards).
  • Verify I2C wiring and correct address.
  • Ensure I2C pull-up resistors are present.

Inaccurate readings:

  • Sensor self-heating may cause the temperature reading to be higher than ambient temperature, especially when placed near other components [citation:1].
  • The sensor is sensitive to condensation and dust, as it lacks an integrated hydrophobic filter [citation:2].
  • Run the sensor in a comfortable room for 20-30 minutes to allow the temperature to stabilize before calibrating the pressure at your altitude.