TEMPERATURE SENSOR
SHORT DESCRIPTION
The temperature sensor reacts to the temperature around its probe. The higher the temperature it senses, the stronger the signal it sends.
GEEK SPEAK
The sensor measures temperature through an IC on the board's top. It communicates via I2C with an MCU at the board's bottom. The MCU gets a Celsius temperature reading, applies a hysteresis, and converts it to Fahrenheit if needed. The final temperature is turned into an analog value readable by the module. Every 50mV at the bitsnap output represents one degree in either Fahrenheit or Celsius. To prevent heat conduction through the board, there are slots around the sensor for thermal relief.
Not Waterproof:
littleBits aren't waterproof. Don't put the temperature sensor in your mouth to take your temperature. Besides, they taste bad!
Using the Littlebits Temperature Sensor is easy. Just place the probe in the area where you want to measure the temperature. The sensor will then send out a signal based on the temperature it senses. Remember, this sensor isn't waterproof, so keep it away from water. Don't put it in your mouth to measure your temperature - it won't work well and it tastes bad! To maintain it, keep it in a dry place and avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures. If you need to clean it, use a soft, dry cloth.
