How to Mount & Expose VEML7700 Outside?
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- AlanWx
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How to Mount & Expose VEML7700 Outside?
I am eager to use the VEML7700 outside, but I have not seen any documentation or forum posts on how to actually expose the diode in the outside environment. I could place the board (all or part of it) under glass, but wouldn't any shielding material like glass/plastic attenuate the readings? What is the usual way of exposing these sensors?
- adafruit_support_bill
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Re: How to Mount & Expose VEML7700 Outside?
You can protect it with a piece of high quality optical glass. Fused quartz microscope slide covers are a good option In any case for best accuracy, you will want to calibrate your sensor with the protective glass in place.
https://learn.adafruit.com/calibrating- ... -calibrate
https://learn.adafruit.com/calibrating- ... -calibrate
- AlanWx
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Re: How to Mount & Expose VEML7700 Outside?
Bill...Thank you!...That is a great idea. I will look at using the fused quartz glass as a cover and then go from there. Much appreciated!...Alan
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