The BMP280 module measures barometric pressure and temperature with high accuracy and can calculate altitude from pressure.
The BMP280 module measures barometric pressure and temperature with high accuracy and can calculate altitude from pressure. It supports I2C and SPI and is very low power, which makes it popular for weather stations, drones and altitude logging with Arduino and ESP32.
| Sensor | Bosch BMP280 |
|---|---|
| Pressure range | 300 – 1100 hPa |
| Pressure accuracy | ±1 hPa |
| Temperature | -40 to +85 °C |
| Interface | I2C (0x76 / 0x77) and SPI |
| Supply voltage | 3.3V |
What is the operating voltage?
3.3V.
Does BMP280 measure humidity?
No. For humidity choose the BME280.
Can I use it with 5V Arduino?
Power it from 3.3V; use level shifting on I2C for 5V boards.
Can I buy the BMP280 Barometric Pressure and Altitude Sensor I2C/SPI Module31 in Kanpur?
Yes – buy online with delivery across India, or pick it up from the iTechBuilders store, Damodar Nagar, Kanpur.
