DHT11 Temperature and Humidity Sensor
= Calibrated Digital Sensor for Arduino and DIY Projects =
The DHT11 is a low-cost digital sensor combining temperature and humidity measurement in a single component. It provides calibrated digital output, making it ideal for weather stations, home automation, and educational projects .
Simple Digital Output Singlewire communication with factory-calibrated readings
Low Power Consumption 11.5mA during measurement, 40-50µA standby for battery projects
Supply voltage is 3.3V to 5V - compatible with Arduino, ESP32, and Raspberry Pi
Use a 10kΩ pull-up resistor on the DATA line for stable readings
Measurement range is limited to 050°C and 2090% RH - not suitable for extreme conditions
= Technical Specifications =
| Parameter | Value |
|---|
| Supply Voltage | 3.3V to 5V |
| Temperature Range | 0°C to 50°C (±2°C accuracy) |
| Humidity Range | 20% to 90% RH (±5% accuracy) |
| Output | Digital via single data pin |
| Sample Rate | 1Hz (one reading per second) |
= Key Features =
Factory Calibrated - Ready to use with no manual setup required
Capacitive Humidity Sensor Reliable humidity detection with longterm stability
Integrated Thermistor - Measures temperature using NTC technology
SingleWire Protocol Minimal GPIO pins needed for communication
== Applications ==
- Weather stations and environmental monitoring
- Smart home climate control systems
- Greenhouse and agriculture monitoring
- IoT sensor nodes and data logging
- Educational electronics projects
Affordable Solution Budgetfriendly choice for basic environmental monitoring
Wide Compatibility - Works with Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, and STM32
√ Digital output simplifies wiring
√ Available as bare sensor or pre-assembled module
√ Well-documented with extensive library support
= Troubleshooting =
No readings:
- Verify 3.3V to 5V power supply
- Check DATA pin connection and pull-up resistor
- Allow 1-2 seconds between read requests
Inconsistent data:
- Add 10kΩ pull-up resistor on DATA line
- Keep sensor away from direct heat sources
- Check wiring for loose connections