The BME280 Temperature Sensor Module is a high-precision environmental sensing module capable of measuring temperature with excellent accuracy and stability. Manufactured by Bosch Sensortec, it is widely used in weather stations, IoT devices, HVAC systems, and environmental monitoring applications. In addition to temperature, the BME280 sensor also supports humidity and barometric pressure measurement, making it a versatile solution for multi-parameter sensing.
Core Sensor Specifications
• Sensor Type: Digital temperature sensor
• Sensor IC: BME280 (Bosch Sensortec)
• Measured Parameter: Temperature
• Sensing Technology: MEMS-based sensor
Electrical & Interface
• Operating Voltage: 1.71 V – 3.6 V (module typically supports 3.3 V / 5 V)
• Communication Interfaces: I²C and SPI
• I²C Addresses: 0x76 / 0x77 (selectable)
• Interface Pins: VCC, GND, SDA, SCL / CS, SCK, MOSI, MISO
• Power Consumption: Very low, suitable for battery-powered devices
Performance Characteristics
• High accuracy temperature measurement
• Fast response time
• Excellent long-term stability
• Programmable oversampling for noise reduction
Physical Characteristics
• Module Type: PCB-mounted sensor module
• Sensor Package: Metal-capped LGA
• Compact and lightweight design
• Easy integration into embedded systems
Compatibility
• Arduino Uno / Nano / Mega
• ESP8266 / ESP32
• Raspberry Pi
• STM32 and other I²C / SPI-enabled MCUs
• IoT and environmental monitoring platforms
Key Advantages
• High accuracy and reliability
• Low power operation
• Dual interface support (I²C / SPI)
• Excellent library and community support
Technical Insights
• Temperature readings can be compensated internally
• Oversampling improves accuracy at the cost of power
• Requires calibration data stored inside the sensor
• Best results achieved with proper airflow around sensor
Applications
• Temperature monitoring systems
• Weather stations
• Smart home and HVAC control
• Environmental data logging
• IoT sensor nodes
Pro Tip
• Avoid placing near heat sources for accurate readings
• Use oversampling for stable measurements
• Allow sensor to acclimate to ambient conditions
• Keep sensor exposed to airflow
Package Includes
• 1 × BME280 Temperature Sensor Module