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MQ-7B Carbon Monoxide Gas Sensor – Semiconductor CO Detector for Safety & DIY Projects

295.00 Price With Tax

Buy MQ-7B carbon monoxide gas sensor for accurate CO detection. Semiconductor sensor with high sensitivity, wide range, and fast response for home safety alarms, air quality monitors, and DIY electronics.

 

SKU: AA-CO-MQ7B-SEMI Category: Brand:

Model

MQ-7B

Sensor Type

Semiconductor

Standard Encapsulation

Plastic cap

Target Gas

carbon monoxide

Detection range

10~500ppm CO

Standard Circuit

Conditions

Loop Voltage

Vc

5.0V±0.1V  DC

Heater Voltage

VH

5.0V±0.1V AC or DC(High temp.)

1.5V±0.1V AC or DC(Low temp.)

Heater Time

TL

60 S±1S(High temp.)

90 S±1S(Low temp.)

Load Resistance

RL

Adjustable

Sensor character under standard test conditions

Heater Resistance

RH

30Ω±3Ω (room temp.)

Heater consumption

PH

≤950mW

Sensitivity

S

Rs(in air)/Rs(in 150ppm CO)≥5

Output Voltage

Vs

2.5V~4.3V (in 150ppm CO)

Concentration Slope

α

≤0.6(R300ppm/R50ppmCO)

Standard test conditions

Tem.  Humidity

20℃±2℃;55%±5%RH

Standard test circuit

Vc:5.0V±0.1V;

VH (High temp.): 5.0V±0.1V

VH (Low temp.): 1.5V±0.1V

Preheat time

Not less than 48 hours

O2 content

21%(not less than 18%)

O2 concentration effects initial value, sensitivity and repeatability.

Preheat time

Over 48 hours

Lifespan

10years

15 Days Warranty

This product comes with a 15-day warranty starting from the date of delivery. The warranty covers manufacturing defects only. If a defect is confirmed, the item will be replaced.

Warranty will not apply if:

  • The product has been misused, dropped, or damaged.
  • It has been exposed to water, fire, chemicals, or static discharge.
  • It has been tampered with, soldered, or altered in any way.

MQ-7B Semiconductor Sensor for Carbon Monoxide (CO)

The MQ-7B Carbon Monoxide Gas Sensor is a high-performance semiconductor sensor designed for reliable detection of carbon monoxide (CO) gas in residential and light commercial environments. Built using tin dioxide (SnO₂) sensitive material, the MQ-7B offers high sensitivity to CO with stable performance and long service life, making it an ideal choice for home safety systems and DIY electronics projects.

Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, and potentially lethal gas produced by incomplete combustion of fuels such as LPG, petrol, diesel, wood, and coal. Early detection is essential to prevent CO poisoning. The MQ-7B sensor provides dependable CO concentration monitoring, enabling timely alerts in carbon monoxide alarm systems and portable gas detectors.

Key Features

  • High sensitivity to carbon monoxide (CO)
  • Wide detection range (typically 10–1000 ppm)
  • Fast response and recovery time
  • Long lifespan with stable output
  • Low-cost and easy to integrate
  • Analog output compatible with microcontrollers
  • Compact and lightweight design

Ideal Applications

  • Household carbon monoxide alarm systems
  • Portable CO gas detectors
  • Smart home safety devices
  • Indoor air quality monitoring systems
  • Arduino, Raspberry Pi & IoT projects
  • Educational electronics experiments

How MQ-7B Works

The MQ-7B sensor operates using a heated semiconductor element. When carbon monoxide gas is present, the sensor’s internal resistance changes proportionally to the gas concentration. This change can be measured as an analog voltage output, allowing easy interfacing with microcontrollers and alarm circuits.

The sensor requires a cyclical heating process (high and low temperature phases) to accurately detect CO while minimizing interference from other gases. With proper calibration, it delivers reliable and repeatable measurements for consumer-level applications.

Why Choose MQ-7B?

  • Proven semiconductor sensing technology
  • Budget-friendly solution for home safety
  • Simple circuit design and easy calibration
  • Widely used in DIY and IoT communities
  • Suitable for battery and mains-powered systems

The MQ-7B Carbon Monoxide Gas Sensor is a practical and cost-effective solution for detecting harmful CO gas in indoor environments. Whether you’re building a home safety alarm, developing a portable detector, or working on an IoT air quality monitoring project, the MQ-7B provides dependable performance and easy integration.

Ensure safer living spaces with accurate carbon monoxide detection using the MQ-7B semiconductor CO gas sensor.

Weight 0.150 kg
Dimensions 12 × 6 × 6 cm

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