Water Level Sensor
Monitor reservoir levels, build flood warning systems, and control automated water tanks using this compact Water Level Sensor Module.
Tracking liquid height without complex mechanical float switches can be challenging in small containers. However, this lightweight Water Level Sensor Board provides a solid-state electronic solution for depth detection. It utilizes parallel conductive tracks that act as a variable resistor when immersed in water. Consequently, as the water level rises over the trace array, the analog voltage output increases proportionally.
Key Features:
Parallel Conductive Trace Array: It features ten exposed copper traces printed along the length of the board. Because of this interleaved track pattern, the sensor delivers smooth variable resistance change relative to submersion depth.
Simple 3-Pin Header Interface: The module includes standard 0.1-inch header pins (S: Signal, +: VCC, -: GND). Therefore, connecting the sensor directly to microcontroller analog input pins requires no extra external circuitry.
Low Power Consumption: It draws minimal current during operation. Furthermore, powering the module directly through a digital I/O pin extends battery life in remote IoT monitoring systems.
Compact and Lightweight PCB Design: It features a narrow, rigid board profile with dual mounting holes. Simply secure the sensor vertically inside tanks, sumps, or plant reservoirs using standard screws.
Why should you choose this water level sensor module? Are you constructing automated plant irrigation tanks, designing basement flood detectors, or teaching fluid telemetry robotics? Because of its continuous analog output, reading precise water height percentage takes only a few lines of code. Moreover, its solid-state construction eliminates moving mechanical parts that often jam or corrode over time. Furthermore, it offers high reliability and ultra-low cost for makers, educators, and IoT developers alike. Therefore, it is an indispensable sensor module for liquid monitoring projects. Simply wire the three header pins to start tracking water levels today.
Technical Specs:
Sensor Type: Resistive Analog Liquid Depth Sensor.
Operating Voltage: 3V – 5V DC.
Operating Current: Less than 20mA.
Output Signal: Analog Voltage Signal (0V to ~VCC proportional to immersion depth).
Sensing Area Dimensions: ~40mm x 16mm of exposed conductive tracks.
Pinout Interface: 3 Pins (S = Analog Output Signal, + = VCC Power, – = GND Ground).
Operating Temperature Range: 10°C to 30°C.























