Hx711 - Getting started
Arduino library
To install the Arduino library, you can use the Arduino library manager or download it from the GitHub repository:
Load cell amplifier HX711 board Arduino library
HX711 Arduino library by Soldered
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First time Arduino user? For a detailed tutorial on how to get started with Arduino, see this section of our docs:
Getting started with Arduino
A full, comprehensive tutorial on how to set up and upload code for the first time on an Arduino board, from scratch!
Connections
Below is an example connection diagram for Dasduino CONNECTPLUS. These pins will be used in the examples throughout this documentation.
| Dasduino CONNECTPLUS | Breakout Board |
|---|---|
| Qwiic | Qwiic |
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If you're using the regular version, use these pins to manually connect:
| Dasduino CONNECT | HX711 Breakout Board |
|---|---|
| VCC | VCC |
| GND | GND |
| IO2 (any digital pin) | DT (Data) |
| IO3 (any digital pin) | SCK (Clock) |
Connecting the Load cell with the HX711
| Load Cell Wires | HX711 Breakout Board |
|---|---|
| Red | E+ |
| Black | E- |
| Green | A- |
| White | A+ |