
SEN-13879 · SparkFunActive


The SparkFun Load Cell Amplifier provides an easy way to interface with load cells and add precise weight measurement to your microcontroller projects. (SparkFun SEN-13879)
| Part number | SEN-13879 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SparkFun |
| Category | Sensors › Force, Load & Weight |
| Pins | 12 |
| Voltage (max) | 5.5 V |
| Voltage (min) | 2.6 V |
SparkFun Load Cell Amplifier - HX711 pinout
| Pin | Name | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AVDD | bidirectional | |
| 2 | VDD | power | |
| 3 | GND | ground | |
| 4 | VCC | power | |
| 5 | A- | bidirectional | |
| 6 | DAT | bidirectional | |
| 7 | A+ | bidirectional | |
| 8 | B+ | bidirectional | |
| 9 | SCK | bidirectional | |
| 10 | GND | ground | |
| 11 | B- | bidirectional | |
| 12 | GND | ground |
Schematic symbol and footprint
Footprint: SparkFun Load Cell Amplifier - HX711 (header pads) — to scale, pad 1 in yellow (mm). Check against the datasheet before ordering PCBs.
Datasheet
Where to buy
| Supplier | Stock | Price | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DigiKey | 1,797 | $11.50 (1+) | Active | View |
Stock and prices from the suppliers, checked 2026-10-08; excluding tax and shipping.
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