Infrared Sensor TCRT5000 Proximity Switch Breakout Module

This infrared sensor detects whether something is close in front of it and is therefore suitable as a contactless switch. Because black and white produce different analog values, it also serves as a line sensor on robots. It can be read analog or digital; the switching value of the digital output is set with the potentiometer.

Recommended alternative for bright rooms and larger distances: Gravity Infrared Proximity Sensor

Recommended Accessories:

• Dupont Cable M-F 20cm 20 Pieces

Features:

• Analog output AO and digital output DO
• DO switching value adjustable via the potentiometer
• LEDs for operating voltage and switching state
• Customer experience: in very bright rooms the output can switch on its own

Application Examples:

• Contactless switch
• Line followers on robots
• Scanning markings, for example on meters

Documentation:

• TCRT5000 datasheet (Vishay, PDF)

Technical Data:

• Type: TCRT5000
• Operating voltage: 3.3 to 5 V
• Pins: VCC, GND, DO, AO
• Module detection range: approx. 1 to 25 mm
• Sensor per Vishay: 0.2 to 15 mm, most sensitive at 2.5 mm
• Size: 37 × 14 × 16 mm
• Weight: 3 g

Scope of Delivery:

• 1× Infrared sensor / proximity switch breakout module