AS3935 Lightning Sensor Breakout Board – Accuracy, Ready for Easy Integration This breakout board is based on the AMS AS3935 digital lightning sensor reference design, delivering precise storm and lightning detection in a compact, developmentfriendly format. Built with a specially tuned antenna and designed for compatibility with SPI and I2C interfaces, it offers a wide operating voltage range of 2.4V to 5.5V, making it easy to integrate with most modern microcontroller systems and development boards. Key Features and Benefits: Integrated, applicationspecific inductor (antenna) designed to match the AS3935's requirements, eliminating the need for complex calibration routines. Builtin interference suppression algorithms reduce false positives and improve signal accuracy. Capable of estimating lightning strike distances between 1 km and 40 km in 14 discrete steps. Fully programmable detection thresholds, allowing adjustment for outdoor or indoor use. Wide operating voltage range (2.4V–5.5V) for flexible power system compatibility. Supports both SPI and I2C communication protocols by default for easy integration with various microcontrollers. Default I2C address: 0x03 for straightforward configuration. Performance and Compatibility: Functions accurately in diverse environments with adjustable sensitivity settings. Compact breakout format fits easily into custom enclosures or existing designs. reliability ensures consistent results across multiple devices and projects. Application Scenarios: 1. Weather stations and environmental monitoring systems for tracking electrical storm activity in realtime. 2. Portable electronics such as smart watches, golf range devices, and handheld sports metrics tools for enhanced functionality and user safety. 3. Integration into mobile devices or IoTequipped sensors for predictive weather alerts and advanced environmental data collection. The AS3935 Lightning Sensor Breakout Board combines precise lightning detection capability with easy hardware integration, making it ideal for developers and engineers seeking reliable atmospheric event monitoring without extensive calibration requirements. It is designed to work seamlessly with a wide range of development platforms, ensuring fast deployment and dependable performance.