




YF-S201 Water Flow Sensor
- Compact water flow sensor based on the Hall Effect principle for accurate liquid flow measurement
- Measures flow rates in the range of 0.3 to 6 Liters per minute (L/min)
- Features a standard 1/8" threaded pipe connection for easy in-line installation
- Provides a 5V TTL digital pulse output proportional to flow rate
- Operates on a wide supply voltage range of 5V to 12V DC
- Suitable for water dispensers, coffee machines, irrigation, and DIY flow monitoring projects
Product Details
YF-S401 Hall Effect Water Flow Sensor Meter
The YF-S401 Water Flow Sensor is a compact and reliable liquid flow measurement device designed for low-flow applications such as water dispensers, coffee machines, and DIY monitoring systems. It operates using the Hall Effect principle, where an internal rotor spins as water flows through the sensor, generating electrical pulse signals proportional to the flow rate.
Each pulse output corresponds to a specific volume of liquid passing through the sensor, allowing a microcontroller to calculate both instantaneous flow rate and total water consumption. The sensor features a durable plastic body, a sealed internal structure, and standard threaded pipe connectors for easy in-line installation.
🔧 Key Features
- Hall Effect Sensing: Generates digital pulse signals proportional to liquid flow.
- Low Flow Measurement: Supports flow rates from 0.3 to 6 L/min, ideal for precision dispensing.
- Compact Inline Design: Equipped with 1/8" threaded pipe connections for simple installation.
- TTL Pulse Output: Outputs a clean 5V digital signal compatible with Arduino, ESP32, and Raspberry Pi.
- Wide Voltage Support: Operates on 5V to 12V DC power supply.
- Durable Construction: Designed for long-term use with water and non-corrosive liquids.
💡 Applications
- Coffee Machines and Beverage Dispensers
- Water Dispensers and Purification Systems
- Smart Irrigation and Flow Monitoring
- DIY Water Usage Measurement Projects
- Industrial and Home Automation Systems
⚙️ Technical Specifications
| Model | YF-S401 |
| Sensing Method | Hall Effect |
| Flow Rate Range | 0.3 – 6 L/min |
| Operating Voltage | 5V – 12V DC |
| Output Signal | Digital Pulse (TTL) |
| Output Type | Open Collector / Square Wave |
| Accuracy | ±5% |
| Maximum Water Pressure | ≤ 0.8 MPa |
| Liquid Temperature | ≤ 80°C |
| Pipe Interface | 1/8" Threaded |
📦 Package Includes
- 1 × YF-S401 Water Flow Sensor
Specifications
- TypeFLOW SENSOR
- Operating Voltage5V - 18V DC
- Temperature Range−20 ∘ C to +85 ∘ C
- Output TypeDigital pulse
- Sampling RateAdjustable(50Hz - 1000Hz)
- InterfaceDigital
















