The BMP085 from Bosch is the best low-cost sensing solution for measuring barometric pressure and temperature as well as altitude. Interfaces to the MCU via I2C interface and is designed to work with 3.3V and 5V systems, equipped with 3.3V regulator, I2C level shifter and the pulmore...
FEATURES : Simple, compact, rugged design,Low power use, less than 50 mW
Sensitivity: : 45.9 mV per kPa; 0.459 mV per 0.01 kPa (approximate)
Measurement Range: : 15 to 115 kPa (approximate)
Apogee barometric pressure sensors combine a wide pressure measurement range, wide operating temperature range, high accuracy, low power use, and low cost into a small, rugged package. These sensors are ideal for continuous barometric pressure measurement on weather stations and more...
Measuring the absolute pressure of the environment using a digital barometer such as this has some interesting applications. By converting the pressure measured into altitude, you have a reliable sensor for determining the height of your robot, plane or projectile! Using a sensormore...