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Full machine-readable index: https://core-electronics.com.au/llms.txt # Fermion: MEMS Methane CH4 Gas Detection Sensor (Breakout, 1-10000ppm) **Type:** Product page · **SKU:** SEN0565 · **Brand:** [DFRobot](https://core-electronics.com.au/brands/dfrobot-australia) **Page:** https://core-electronics.com.au/fermion-mems-methane-ch4-gas-detection-sensor-breakout-1-10000ppm.html ([markdown](https://core-electronics.com.au/fermion-mems-methane-ch4-gas-detection-sensor-breakout-1-10000ppm.html.md)) The Fermion: MEMS Methane CH4 Gas Detection Sensor is a solution to gas leakage detection and prevention. With its advanced MEMS technology, compact... ## Pricing - **Price:** $8.55 (inc GST) — $7.77 AUD, exc GST - **Quantity discounts:** 6+ $7.38 (exc GST) · 12+ $7.07 (exc GST) ## Availability & dispatch - In stock, ships same business day if ordered before 2PM (Australia/Sydney). - We can dispatch 2 today, and up to 140 more in 8–12 days. ## How to buy - **Build a cart:** compose `https://core-electronics.com.au/cart/link?items=SEN0565:1` (comma-separated SKU:qty pairs) and share the link. Opening it shows a confirmation page with live pricing and stock before anything is added to the cart. - **Verify the cart first:** fetch `https://core-electronics.com.au/cart/link/SEN0565:1.md` for live line prices (inc & exc GST, quantity discounts applied), stock and dispatch estimates, and totals. Append `/to/{AU-postcode}` (or `/to/{country-code}:{postcode}`) before `.md` for delivery options and prices to that destination. Unknown, retired, or out-of-stock SKUs are flagged. (Query form `cart/link.md?items=...` also works but some robots parsers refuse query strings here.) - **Checkout** is completed on-site and includes a captcha at the payment step. Share the cart link; checkout takes it from there. - **Search the catalogue:** `https://core-electronics.com.au/search/{query}.md` (URL-encode the query; pages 2-3 at `search/{query}/{page}.md`; `search.md?q=` also works) - **Payment methods, purchase orders, policies and contact details:** https://core-electronics.com.au/llms.txt ## Description Fermion: MEMS Methane CH4 Gas Detection Sensor employs state-of-the-art micro-electromechanical system (MEMS) technology, endowing the sensor with compact dimensions (13x13x2.5mm), low power consumption (<20mA), minimal heat generation, short preheating time, and swift response recovery. The sensor can qualitatively measure methane gas concentration and is suitable for combustible gas leakage monitoring devices, gas leak detectors, fire/safety detection systems and other applications. The MEMS series currently encompasses 11 different types of gas sensors ([HCHO](https://core-electronics.com.au/fermion-mems-formaldehyde-hcho-gas-detection-sensor-breakout-0-3ppm.html), [CO](https://core-electronics.com.au/fermion-mems-carbon-monoxide-co-gas-detection-sensor-breakout-5-5000ppm.html), [CH4](https://core-electronics.com.au/fermion-mems-methane-ch4-gas-detection-sensor-breakout-1-10000ppm.html), [VOC](https://core-electronics.com.au/fermion-mems-volatile-organic-compounds-voc-gas-detection-sensor-breakout-1-500ppm.html), [NH3](https://core-electronics.com.au/fermion-mems-ammonia-nh3-gas-detection-sensor-breakout-1-300ppm.html), [H2S](https://core-electronics.com.au/fermion-mems-hydrogen-sulfide-h2s-gas-detection-sensor-breakout-05-50ppm.html), [EtOH](https://core-electronics.com.au/fermion-mems-ethanol-etoh-gas-detection-sensor-breakout-1-500ppm.html), [Smoke](https://core-electronics.com.au/fermion-mems-smoke-gas-detection-sensor-breakout-10-1000ppm.html), [Odor](https://core-electronics.com.au/fermion-mems-odor-smell-gas-detection-sensor-breakout-05-50ppm.html), [H2](https://core-electronics.com.au/fermion-mems-hydrogen-h2-gas-detection-sensor-breakout-01-1000ppm.html), [NO2](https://core-electronics.com.au/fermion-mems-nitrogen-dioxide-no2-gas-detection-sensor-breakout-01-10ppm.html)), which can be combined as per specific requirements. **Please note:** This sensor is capable of only qualitative measurements. For quantitative measurements, kindly consider purchasing the [Gravity: Factory Calibrated Electrochemical Gas Sensor Series.](https://core-electronics.com.au/catalogsearch/result/?q=SEN0466,%20SEN0465,%20SEN0469,%20SEN0467,%20SEN0471,%20%20SEN0474,%20SEN0473,%20SEN0470,%20SEN0472,%20SEN0468,%20SEN0475) ![Wiring Diagram of Fermion: MEMS CH4 Gas Sensor and Arduino UNO](https://core-electronics.com.au/attachments/localcontent/1_184640d941b.png) Figure: Wiring Diagram of Fermion: MEMS CH4 Gas Sensor and Arduino UNO **Precautions for use** - Kindly remove the protective film before usage. - To prevent exposure to volatile silicon compounds vapors (such as silicone adhesive, hair gel, silicone rubber, or other locations where volatile silicon compounds are present). - Avoid exposure to high concentrations of corrosive gases (such as H2S, SOX, Cl2, HCl, etc.). - Prevent contamination from alkalis, alkali metal salts, and halogens. - Refrain from prolonged exposure to extreme environments (such as high temperatures, high humidity, high pollution). - Avoid contact with water, condensation, and freezing. - Minimize excessive vibration, impact, and dropping. - Please refrain from employing this module in systems that involve personal safety concerns. - For extended periods of non-usage, it is advisable to preheat the module for at least 24 hours. ### Features - Compact size, measuring only 13\*13\*2.5mm - Low power consumption, operating current <20mA - High sensitivity and rapid response recovery - Advanced MEMS technology ### Applications - **Environmental monitoring:** detect the presence of methane emissions or leaks from natural or anthropogenic sources. - **Indoor air quality:** measure the concentration of methane in the indoor air and control the ventilation or alarm systems accordingly. - **Industrial safety:** detect any leaks or spills of methane and warn the workers or the managers to take preventive measures. - **Fire detection:** identify any abnormal increase of methane in the air and trigger the fire alarm or sprinkler system. - **Health applications:** measure the amount of methane in the breath, methane can be produced by some bacteria in the human gut or some metabolic disorders ### Specification - Gas detected: CH4, C3H8, etc - Detection range: 1-10000ppm (C3H8) - Operating voltage: 3.3-5V - Operating current: <20mA - Output signal: Analog voltage - Sensitivity: R0(in air)/Rs(in 5000ppm CH4) = 2 - Operating temperature: -10°C - 50°C - Operating humidity: 15-90%RH (non-condensing) - Lifespan: =5 years (in air) - Dimension:13×13 x 2.5mm/0.0.51×0.51x0.1" ### Projects **Project:** [**Building an Electronic Nose with MEMS Gas Detection Sensor Breakout Series and Edge Impulse Platform**](https://community.dfrobot.com/makelog-313440.html) In this project, I developed an electronic nose using DFRobot mems series gas sensors and the Edge Impulse platform, which is capable of identifying the scents of beverages and fruits. [![Building an Electronic Nose with MEMS Gas Detection Sensor Breakout Series and Edge Impulse Platform](https://core-electronics.com.au/attachments/localcontent/project1_12548691bbd.jpg)](https://community.dfrobot.com/makelog-313440.html) ### Documents - [Product wiki](https://wiki.dfrobot.com/SKU_SEN0565_Fermion_MEMS_CH4_Sensor_breakout) - [Schematics & Dimension](https://core-electronics.com.au/attachments/localcontent/ba0804b989010b1f8bcfc96dc6194f00_22907ddabe2.zip) - [Characteristic Parameter](https://core-electronics.com.au/attachments/localcontent/37ee8c1a42490d6a9a9f7dff9ab7a1a4_6726285ea34.zip) ### Parts List - Fermion: MEMS CH4 Sensor (breakout) × 1 - 2.54mm pitch header pin × 1 ## Images - [Product image 1](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/catalog/product/S/E/SEN0565-1.jpg)