
SW-420 Vibration / Knock Sensor
—The SW-420 is a vibration and knock sensor that closes a spring contact when shaken, giving a simple digital signal for movement or impact.
Specifications
- Spring-based vibration switch
- Digital output with adjustable sensitivity
- 3.3-5V supply
- Indicator LED
- Non-directional — responds to shake from any axis
What you can build with the SW-420 Vibration / Knock Sensor
- Tamper and intrusion detection
- Knock-to-activate switches
- Machine running/stopped detection
- Earthquake and impact triggers
Compatibility
Works with Arduino, ESP32, Pico and Raspberry Pi on any digital input. For measuring how much something vibrates rather than merely that it did, use an accelerometer such as the MPU-6050.
Shipping
Dispatched from New Zealand with courier delivery nationwide, including rural addresses. Prices are in New Zealand dollars.
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The SW-420 is a vibration and knock sensor that closes a spring contact when shaken, giving a simple digital signal for movement or impact.
Specifications
- Spring-based vibration switch
- Digital output with adjustable sensitivity
- 3.3-5V supply
- Indicator LED
- Non-directional — responds to shake from any axis
What you can build with the SW-420 Vibration / Knock Sensor
- Tamper and intrusion detection
- Knock-to-activate switches
- Machine running/stopped detection
- Earthquake and impact triggers
Compatibility
Works with Arduino, ESP32, Pico and Raspberry Pi on any digital input. For measuring how much something vibrates rather than merely that it did, use an accelerometer such as the MPU-6050.
Shipping
Dispatched from New Zealand with courier delivery nationwide, including rural addresses. Prices are in New Zealand dollars.