KY-031 Knock Sensor Module

The KY-031 Knock Sensor module is a vibration sensor that sends a signal when a knock/tap is detected. Compatible with Arduino, ESP8266, ESP32, Teensy, Raspberry Pi, and other popular platforms.

KY-031 Specifications

This module consists of a spring-based sensor, a 10 kΩ resistor and 3 male header pins. The spring emits a high signal when a vibration is detected.

Connection Diagram

Connect the module’s Power line (middle) and the ground (-) to +5 and GND respectively.

Connect signal (S) to pin 3 on the Arduino.

KY-031 Arduino Code

The following sketch will turn on the LED on the Arduino’s pin 13 when the module detects vibration caused by knocking or tapping the sensor.

int Led = 13;	// LED on Arduino board 
int Shock = 3;	// sensor signal
int val;		// numeric variable to store sensor status

void setup()
{
	pinMode(Led, OUTPUT); 	// define LED as output interface
	pinMode(Shock, INPUT); 	// define input for sensor signal
}

void loop()
{
	val = digitalRead(Shock); // read and assign the value of digital interface 3 to val
	if(val == HIGH) // when sensor detects a signal, the LED flashes
	{
		digitalWrite(Led, LOW);
	}
	else
	{
		digitalWrite(Led, HIGH);
	}
}