{"product_id":"tct40-16-40khz-waterproof-ultrasonic-transceiver-sensor-probe","title":"TCT40-16 40KHz Waterproof Ultrasonic Transceiver Probe 5\/10PCS","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTCT40-16 Integrated Waterproof Ultrasonic Transceiver Sensor Probe — 40KHz\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgrade your ranging, detection, or automation projects with the \u003cstrong\u003eTCT40-16 Integrated Ultrasonic Transceiver Sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e. Available in convenient packs of 5 or 10, these compact 40KHz probes combine transmission and reception in a single integrated unit — making wiring simpler and your build cleaner. 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