Boson - Waterproof Sensor - Input

The Boson Waterproof Temperature Sensor is a highly versatile module that allows for temperature measurement in a range of environments, including outdoor, moist, or submerged settings. Its waterproof probe makes it particularly useful for scientific experiments involving water or soil, where reliable data collection is crucial. The sensor helps bridge practical science with digital technology by providing real-time feedback that can be monitored, logged, or used to trigger automated responses.

Educational Benefits:

• Encourages investigation into environmental science and climate topics.
• Enables accurate temperature monitoring in real-world settings.
• Promotes data literacy through continuous measurement and analysis.
• Supports lessons in thermal energy, insulation, and heat transfer.
• Integrates physical science with digital systems and automation.

Classroom Ideas:

• Use in a seed germination experiment to track soil temperature changes.
• Create a warning system for when water temperature exceeds safe levels.
• Monitor outdoor conditions as part of a class weather station.
• Conduct science experiments comparing heat retention in different materials.
• Build a smart aquarium that responds to temperature fluctuations.

Product Specifications:

• Input module with waterproof temperature probe.
• Blue-coded for input.
• 3-pin header for easy connection - no soldering required.
• Mountable using magnets, LEGO plates, or screws.
• Compatible with Arduino and micro:bit.
• Supports Scratch, MakeCode, Python, JavaScript, and C.
• Suitable for environmental monitoring and science-based applications.