/max30105-python

Python library for the Pimoroni MAX30105 breakout

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MAX30105 - Heart Rate, Oximeter, Smoke Sensor

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The MAX30105 is an precision optical sensor that can be used to measure heart rate, pulse oximetry (SPO2 / blood oxygen saturation), and smoke (and other particles).

Installing

Stable library from PyPi:

  • Just run sudo pip install max30105

Latest/development library from GitHub:

  • git clone https://github.com/pimoroni/max30105-python
  • cd max30105-python
  • sudo ./install.sh

Important!

This code should not be used for medical diagnosis, as the basis for a real smoke or fire detector, or in life-critical situations. It's for fun/novelty use only, so bear that in mind while using it.