Waterproof DS18B20 Temperature Sensor
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Waterproof DS18B20 Temperature Sensor
Accurately measure temperature in challenging environments with our waterproof DS18B20 temperature sensor. This reliable sensor offers precise readings and a durable design.
Key Features:
- Waterproof and moisture proof construction
- Stainless steel housing
- 1-meter long cable
- Accurate temperature measurement (±0.5°C)
- 12-bit resolution
- Compatible with various microcontrollers
- Easy to install and use
Specifications:
- Usable temperature range: -55°C to 125°C
- Resolution: 9 to 12 bits selectable
- 1-Wire interface
- Unique 64-bit ID
- Power supply: 3.0V to 5.5V
Applications:
- Outdoor temperature monitoring
- Industrial process control
- Environmental monitoring
- Scientific research
- HVAC systems

Example code
#include <OneWire.h>
#include <DallasTemperature.h>
const int ONE_WIRE_BUS = 2;
const int GND_PIN = 8;
const int VCC_PIN = 7;
const int LED_PIN = LED_BUILTIN; // Pin 13 on Uno/Nano
const int REQUIRED_SAMPLES = 2;
OneWire oneWire(ONE_WIRE_BUS);
DallasTemperature sensors(&oneWire);
DeviceAddress deviceAddress;
// Result status
bool testPassed = false;
void powerDownSocket() {
pinMode(ONE_WIRE_BUS, OUTPUT);
digitalWrite(ONE_WIRE_BUS, LOW);
digitalWrite(VCC_PIN, LOW);
digitalWrite(GND_PIN, LOW);
pinMode(VCC_PIN, OUTPUT);
pinMode(GND_PIN, OUTPUT);
}
void powerUpSocket() {
pinMode(GND_PIN, OUTPUT);
digitalWrite(GND_PIN, LOW);
pinMode(VCC_PIN, OUTPUT);
digitalWrite(VCC_PIN, HIGH);
pinMode(ONE_WIRE_BUS, INPUT);
delay(150); // Power-on stabilization delay
}
void printAddress(DeviceAddress addr) {
for (uint8_t i = 0; i < 8; i++) {
if (addr[i] < 16) Serial.print("0");
Serial.print(addr[i], HEX);
if (i < 7) Serial.print(":");
}
}
void setup() {
pinMode(LED_PIN, OUTPUT);
digitalWrite(LED_PIN, LOW);
Serial.begin(115200);
delay(100);
Serial.println("\n----------------------------------------");
Serial.println("Starting Test...");
powerUpSocket();
sensors.begin();
sensors.setWaitForConversion(true);
uint8_t count = sensors.getDeviceCount();
if (count == 0) {
Serial.println("[FAIL] -> No sensor detected. Check wiring/pull-up/orientation.");
powerDownSocket();
testPassed = false;
return;
}
if (!sensors.getAddress(deviceAddress, 0)) {
Serial.println("[FAIL] -> Address / CRC Error.");
powerDownSocket();
testPassed = false;
return;
}
Serial.print("ROM ID: ");
printAddress(deviceAddress);
Serial.println("\nTaking Samples:");
bool allSamplesValid = true;
float samples[REQUIRED_SAMPLES];
for (int i = 0; i < REQUIRED_SAMPLES; i++) {
sensors.requestTemperatures();
float tempC = sensors.getTempC(deviceAddress);
samples[i] = tempC;
Serial.print(" Sample ");
Serial.print(i + 1);
Serial.print("/");
Serial.print(REQUIRED_SAMPLES);
Serial.print(": ");
Serial.print(tempC, 2);
Serial.println(" °C");
if (tempC == DEVICE_DISCONNECTED_C || tempC == 85.0 || tempC < -50.0 || tempC > 120.0) {
allSamplesValid = false;
}
delay(100);
}
Serial.println("----------------------------------------");
if (allSamplesValid) {
Serial.println("RESULT: [OK] Sensor is Healthy.");
testPassed = true;
} else {
Serial.println("RESULT: [FAIL] Inconsistent or invalid temperature readings.");
testPassed = false;
}
Serial.println("----------------------------------------");
powerDownSocket();
}
void loop() {
if (testPassed) {
// FAST BLINK (OK): Rapid flash (80ms ON / 80ms OFF)
digitalWrite(LED_PIN, HIGH);
delay(80);
digitalWrite(LED_PIN, LOW);
delay(80);
} else {
// SOLID ON (FAULTY): Continuous solid light
digitalWrite(LED_PIN, HIGH);
}
}












