What it is
The ShillehTek EMG Muscle Signal Sensor Module Kit for Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Robotics measures muscle electrical activity (electromyography/EMG) and outputs a microcontroller-readable signal for gesture control, biofeedback demos, wearables, and human-machine interface projects—perfect for triggering actions like servos, relays, LEDs, or robot behaviors.
Pins
Pin names can vary by board revision. Refer to the silkscreen labels on the module and the listing photos for exact pin names (power, signal output, and any reference/ground connections), then match them to your Arduino or Raspberry Pi wiring.
Technical Specifications
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Sensor type | EMG (electromyography) muscle signal sensor module |
| Output | Microcontroller-readable signal for detecting muscle flex activity |
| Compatible platforms | Arduino, Raspberry Pi, robotics and wearable controllers |
| Typical applications | Gesture control, biofeedback demos, STEM learning, human-machine interface projects |
| What’s included | Sensor module kit with cables and electrode pads (see listing photos) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I connect an EMG muscle sensor module to an Arduino?
Use the board’s silkscreen pin labels and the listing photos to identify power, ground, and the signal output pin, then read the signal with an Arduino input. Start by viewing raw readings and add simple thresholding to detect flex events.
Can I use this EMG sensor module with a Raspberry Pi?
Yes—this kit is commonly used in Raspberry Pi projects, but many Pi setups need an external ADC to read analog-style sensor signals. Follow the module labels and your ADC tutorial for wiring.
What can I build with an EMG muscle signal sensor module?
You can detect muscle flexes and translate them into actions like moving a servo, triggering a relay, changing LED patterns, or controlling a robot—useful for gesture control and biofeedback demos.
Do I need signal processing to detect muscle flexes?
Often, yes. Many projects start with basic smoothing and a threshold to turn changing EMG activity into a clean on/off event for robotics or wearables.
Is this EMG module a medical device?
This module is intended for maker, robotics, and STEM learning projects (e.g., demonstrations of real-world sensor signals). It is not described as a medical diagnostic device.