Product Overview:
🛠️ The WG18A02 PLC Configuration Software DC 5V 12V RS485 UART Modbus RTU HX711 Pressure Weight Sensor Electronic Scale Module is an advanced and versatile electronic scale module designed for precise weight measurement applications. This innovative module leverages the powerful HX711 sensor and supports various operating conditions, making it an ideal choice for both hobbyists and professionals seeking reliable performance in their projects.
🔧 Key Features:
- Working Voltage: Available in two versions: 5V for the DC 5V model and 8-16V for the DC 12V model, offering flexibility based on your application's power requirements.
- Current Consumption: The module operates efficiently with a working current of 12-15mA, ensuring low power consumption.
- MODBUS RTU Support: Equipped with extensive support for MODBUS RTU commands, including function codes 03, 06, and 16, facilitating seamless integration into existing systems.
- Interface Options: Choose between RS485 or TTL232 interfaces to suit your communication needs.
- High-Precision Sensor: Utilizes the HX711 24-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) for accurate readings, with a load cell input signal range of ±20mV.
- Configurable Sampling Rate: Offers sampling rates of 10Hz or 40Hz, allowing you to tailor the module's performance to specific application requirements.
- Advanced Functions: Comes with integrated settings for baud rate, division values, zero-chasing range, median and average filtering, as well as dynamic tracking to enhance measurement reliability.
- Default Configuration: Pre-set to a baud rate of 9600, N 8 1, with options to customize baud rate and parity settings according to user preferences.
- Easy Reset: A simple reset function allows users to restore factory settings by short-circuiting the 'RESET' pin for 5 seconds if incorrect settings are applied.
- Multiple Device Capability: The module supports up to 247 devices connected in parallel using the MODBUS RTU command mode, allowing for greater scalability in your setup.
- Compact Size: With dimensions of just 45mm x 16.5mm x 6.2mm and a lightweight design weighing only 4 grams, this module fits well into a variety of applications.
🕊️ Weight Sensor Specifications:
- Working Voltage: Operates within a range of DC 5-10V.
- Current Draw: A minimal current consumption of 200μA.
- Measuring Range: Available measuring capacities of 0-1KG, 0-5KG, 0-10KG, and 0-20KG for various use cases.
- Physical Dimensions: Size of 80mm x 12.7mm x 12.7mm, ensuring a compact footprint.
- Weight: Weighs 30 grams, making it easy to incorporate into projects.
- Pin Configuration: Color-coded pins for easy connections: Red for Power +, Black for Power -, Green for Output Signal +, and White for Output Signal -.
🔒 Installation Note: Ensure one end of the weight sensor is securely fixed through the screw hole while the opposite end remains suspended. This configuration allows accurate gravity application in the designated direction, and it is crucial to avoid direct pressure on the white glue-coated area to prevent damage to the sensor.
🛠️ This WG18A02 module and its corresponding weight sensor are essential tools for creating precise weighing systems and can be used in various applications, including industrial automation, robotics, and DIY electronic projects.
