MQ-4 Methane Gas Sensor Natural Coal
The MQ-4 Methane Gas Sensor is a small and cost-effective gas sensor that is designed to detect the presence of methane gas in the air. It uses a heating element to heat up the air and measures the resistance of a sensitive material as the methane gas in the air interacts with it. The sensor is commonly used in applications such as natural gas leak detection in homes and buildings, as well as in industrial settings such as coal mines and oil rigs where methane gas is a potential safety hazard. It is a reliable and versatile sensor that can operate in a wide range of temperatures and humidity levels, making it suitable for various applications.
Description
The MQ-4 Methane Gas Sensor is a type of gas sensor that is designed to detect the presence of methane gas in the air. Methane gas is a natural gas that is commonly used as a fuel source for heating and cooking, and it is also produced during the decomposition of organic materials in landfills and sewage treatment plants. In addition to its use as a fuel source, methane gas is also a potent greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change.
The MQ-4 Methane Gas Sensor uses a small heating element to heat up the air around it, and then measures the resistance of a sensitive material as the methane gas in the air interacts with it. This resistance changes as the concentration of methane gas in the air changes, allowing the sensor to detect the presence of the gas.
The MQ-4 Methane Gas Sensor is commonly used in applications such as natural gas leak detection in homes and buildings, as well as in industrial settings such as coal mines and oil rigs where methane gas is a potential safety hazard. The sensor is also used in environmental monitoring applications to measure the levels of methane gas in the atmosphere.
technical specifications for the MQ-4 Methane Gas Sensor:
- Detection Gas: Methane
- Detection Range: 200-10000ppm (parts per million)
- Sensitivity: 1.5 ± 0.5% (RS/R0) in methane
- Response Time: <10 seconds
- Recovery Time: <30 seconds
- Heating Voltage: 5V ± 0.2V AC or DC
- Heating Power: <750mW
- Operating Temperature: -10°C to 50°C
- Operating Humidity: <95%RH
- Storage Temperature: -20°C to 70°C
- Load Resistance: Adjustable (recommended 10kΩ)
- Dimensions: 32mm x 22mm x 27mm
- Weight: 10g





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