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SparkFun UV Sensor Breakout - ML8511

SEN -12 705 RO HS

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Description: The ML8511 breakout is an easy to use ultraviolet light sensor. The

MP8511 UV (ultraviolet) Sensor works by outputing an analog signal in relation to the

amount of UV light that’s detected. This breakout can be very handy in creating

devices that warn the user of sunburn or detect the UV index as it relates to weather

conditions.

This sensor detects 280-390nm light most effectively. This is categorized as part of

the UVB (burning rays) spectrum and most of the UVA (tanning rays) spectrum. It

outputs a analog voltage that is linearly related to the measured UV intensity

(mW/cm2). If your microcontroller can do an analog to digital signal conversion then

you can detect the level of UV!

11/17/2015

https://www.sparkfun.com/products/12705