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C02 Sensor with arduino and MH-Z19B

This C02 sensor was a school project. We used an Arduino Nano and a MH-Z19B sensor who "counts" the C02 particles which are in the air.
The module can be easily plugged in any USB A port. At first it goes thru it's starting routine then it displays the C02 content in the air like a traffic light.
In this project I was in charge of designing the box which houses the Arduino Nano and the CO2 sensor and doing the 3D printing. I also did quality control and repairs.

Product Quantitiy Price [€]
Arduino Nano (clone) 1 0,50
MHZ-19B 1 20
3D Printed box 1 1
RGB-LED 1 0,03
Resistors 3 Free
Small cables 4 Free
USB mini b cable 50 cm 1 1
Total cost: 22,53
Picture of closed CO2 sensor box
Picture of closed CO2 sensor box, little slots were added to see the LED and to allow a certain airflow thru the sensor

Picture of opened CO2 sensor box
Picture of opened CO2 sensor box