Spare mmWave Sensor Module
Individual still-energy mmWave module for labs, redundancy, or advanced automations outside of the bedroom.
Expand beyond
the bedroom
Individual 60GHz mmWave sensor module for labs, redundancy builds, or creative automations outside the bedroom. Ships pre-flashed with the same still-energy presence engine—just wire to your ESP32 and go.
Pre-Flashed Firmware
Same 4-state presence engine as the flagship kit—no compiling required
UART + I2C Breakout
Interface with any microcontroller or SBC via standard protocols
Experimental Use Cases
Office chairs, nurseries, pet beds—anywhere stillness detection matters
Beyond The Bedroom
Creative applications for still-energy detection
The same mmWave technology that powers bed presence works anywhere you need to detect stationary humans (or pets). Here are ideas from our community.
Office Chair Occupancy
Detect when you're sitting at your desk—even when perfectly still. Trigger 'focus mode' scenes or mute smart speakers automatically.
Technical note:
Mount sensor aimed at chair seat from desk underside
Nursery Sleep Monitoring
Non-contact presence detection for cribs and bassinets. Privacy-first alternative to camera-based baby monitors.
Technical note:
Requires careful Z-score tuning for infant breathing rates
Pet Bed Automation
Know when your dog or cat is sleeping in their bed. Control nearby heating pads or track rest patterns for senior pets.
Technical note:
Works best with pets >5kg due to radar cross-section
Lab Equipment Monitoring
Non-invasive occupancy detection for fume hoods, lab benches, or equipment stations without installing contact sensors.
Technical note:
Stainless steel environments may require shielding adjustments
Meditation Cushion Tracker
Log meditation sessions based on stillness duration on your cushion. Export data to wellness apps via MQTT.
Technical note:
Absolute Clear Delay should be extended to 60s+
Redundancy Backup
Keep a spare sensor on hand for critical automation deployments. Swap if primary sensor fails without waiting for shipping.
Technical note:
Flash same entity IDs for drop-in replacement
Technical Documentation
Specifications & integration guide
Sensor Specifications
6-Pin Header Pinout
VCC
3.3V power input
GND
Ground reference
TX
UART transmit (sensor → host)
RX
UART receive (host → sensor)
SDA
I2C data line (optional)
SCL
I2C clock line (optional)
What's Included in the Spare Sensor Module:
- •1× 60GHz mmWave sensor module (pre-flashed)
- •6-pin JST-PH breakout cable (150mm)
- •Integration guide (ESP32, Pi, Arduino examples)
- •UART command reference card
Note: ESP32 gateway, enclosure, and USB power supply sold separately. This is a standalone sensor module for custom integrations.
Ready to trust your bedtime automations?
The Bed Presence Sensor kit ships flashed, calibrated, and paired with our dashboards so you can stop hunting for reliable occupancy hacks.
Still have questions? Check our FAQ orcontact our support team.