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How to Use MKE-S15 DS18B20 Waterproof Temperature Sensor: Examples, Pinouts, and Specs

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Introduction

The MKE-S15 DS18B20 Waterproof Temperature Sensor is a precision digital thermometer that provides temperature readings which indicate the temperature of the device. Encased in a stainless steel housing, this sensor is waterproof and ideal for measuring temperature in liquids and harsh environments. It uses the DS18B20 sensor chip and communicates over a 1-Wire bus that by design requires only one data line (and ground) for communication with a central microprocessor.

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ESP8266 NodeMCU with DS18B20 Temperature Sensor Monitoring

This circuit features an ESP8266 NodeMCU microcontroller connected to a DS18B20 temperature sensor. The sensor's data line (DQ) is connected to the D2 pin of the NodeMCU through a 4.7k ohm pull-up resistor, which is a common configuration for one-wire temperature sensors. The sensor is powered by the 3.3V supply from the NodeMCU, and both the sensor and the NodeMCU share a common ground.

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Common Applications and Use Cases

Technical Specifications

Key Technical Details

Pin Configuration and Descriptions

Pin Number Description Color
1 Ground (GND) Black
2 Data (DQ) Yellow
3 Power Supply (VDD) Red

Usage Instructions

How to Use the Component in a Circuit

  1. Connect the Power Supply (VDD) to a 3.0V to 5.5V power source.
  2. Connect the Ground (GND) to the ground of the power source.
  3. Connect the Data (DQ) pin to a digital input on your microcontroller.
  4. If using parasitic power, tie the VDD pin to ground. Otherwise, provide power to the VDD pin.
  5. Add a 4.7kΩ pull-up resistor between the DQ line and VDD to ensure proper communication.

Important Considerations and Best Practices

Example Code for Arduino UNO

#include <OneWire.h>
#include <DallasTemperature.h>

// Data wire is plugged into pin 2 on the Arduino
#define ONE_WIRE_BUS 2

// Setup a oneWire instance to communicate with any OneWire devices
OneWire oneWire(ONE_WIRE_BUS);

// Pass our oneWire reference to Dallas Temperature sensor 
DallasTemperature sensors(&oneWire);

void setup(void)
{
  // Start serial communication for debugging purposes
  Serial.begin(9600);
  // Start up the library
  sensors.begin();
}

void loop(void)
{ 
  // Call sensors.requestTemperatures() to issue a global temperature 
  // request to all devices on the bus
  sensors.requestTemperatures(); 
  
  // Fetch the temperature in degrees Celsius for device index 0
  float tempC = sensors.getTempCByIndex(0);
  
  // Check if reading was successful
  if(tempC != DEVICE_DISCONNECTED_C) 
  {
    Serial.print("Temperature: ");
    Serial.print(tempC);
    Serial.println("°C");
  } 
  else
  {
    Serial.println("Error: Could not read temperature data");
  }
  
  delay(1000); // Wait 1 second before next reading
}

Troubleshooting and FAQs

Common Issues Users Might Face

Solutions and Tips for Troubleshooting

FAQs

Q: Can I connect multiple DS18B20 sensors to the same microcontroller? A: Yes, the DS18B20 supports multiple devices on the same 1-Wire bus.

Q: How long can the sensor cable be? A: The cable length can be up to 100 meters, but it may require a lower pull-up resistor value for longer distances.

Q: Is calibration required for this sensor? A: The DS18B20 is factory-calibrated and does not typically require additional calibration.