HX711 Dual-Channel 24 Bit Precision A/D weight Pressure Sensor

The HX711 Dual-Channel 24 Bit Precision A/D Weight Pressure Sensor is a load cell amplifier breakout board designed for the HX711 IC. This board allows you to easily read load cells to measure weight. By connecting the module to your microcontroller, you can read the changes in the resistance of the load cell, and with proper calibration, achieve very accurate weight measurements.

Features:

• High Precision: 24-bit dual-channel A/D converter.
• Easy Integration: Connects easily to microcontrollers via a two-wire interface (Clock and Data).
• Accurate Measurements: Enables precise weight measurements with proper calibration.
• Libraries Available: Numerous libraries are available to simplify reading data from the HX711.

Applications:

• Industrial Scales: Create custom scales for industrial applications.
• Process Control: Implement precise control in manufacturing processes.
• Presence Detection: Detect the presence of objects based on weight.

Communication Interface:

• Two-Wire Interface: Uses Clock (CLK) and Data (DAT) pins for communication with microcontrollers.
• GPIO Compatibility: Compatible with any microcontroller’s GPIO pins.

Load Cell Connection:

• Load cells connect to the HX711 using a four-wire Wheatstone bridge configuration.
• Common wire colors:
  • RED
  • BLK (Black)
  • WHT (White)
  • GRN (Green)
  • YLW (Yellow)

Example Wiring:

1. Load Cell Wires:
   • Connect the RED, BLK, WHT, GRN, and YLW wires of the load cell to the corresponding inputs on the HX711 module.
2. Microcontroller Interface:
   • Connect the Clock (CLK) and Data (DAT) pins of the HX711 module to the GPIO pins of your microcontroller.
3. Power Supply:
   • Ensure the HX711 module is powered appropriately according to its specifications.

Using the HX711:

1. Library Integration:
   • Utilize existing libraries for your microcontroller platform to interface with the HX711.
   • Libraries handle the communication and data conversion, simplifying your development process.
2. Calibration:
   • Perform calibration to ensure accurate weight measurements.
   • Calibration involves determining the scale factor and offset for your specific load cell setup.

Benefits:

• High Resolution: Provides high-resolution weight measurements.
• Ease of Use: Simplifies the process of integrating load cells into your projects.
• Flexibility: Suitable for a wide range of applications, from simple presence detection to complex industrial scales.

This HX711 module is an essential component for anyone looking to implement precise weight measurement in their projects, offering high accuracy and ease of use with microcontroller integration.

Package Includes:

1 x Weighing Sensor Dual-Channel 24 Bit Precision A/D weight Pressure Sensor with HX711 module.