TCRT5000 IR Sensor (Pack of 5)
TCRT5000 IR Sensor The TCRT5000 is a reflective sensor that includes an infrared emitter and phototransistor in a leaded package that blocks visible light. The package includes two mounting clips. This sensor is often used for line-follower robots. TCRT5000 Reflective Optical Sensor IR Infrared Switch is perfect for line tracking robot car like DIY projects When the infrared transmitter emits a beam of light to a piece of paper, if the rays shine on a white surface, they will be reflected and in turn, be received by the Infrared detector, and pin S on the module will output a low-level; If the beam of light encounters a black line, they will be absorbed, thus the Infrared detector gets nothing, and pin S will output a high level. So this module basically acts like a simple switch when it gets close to a white/black object. You can adjust the sensitivity with the potentiometer on the module. Applications of TCRT5000 IR Sensor: Position sensor for shaft encoder. Detection of reflective material such as paper, IBM cards, magnetic tapes, etc. Limit switch for mechanical motions in VCR. Package Includes: 1 x TCRT5000 IR Sensor (Pack of 5) Specifications: Model TCRT5000 Detecting range 0.591″ (15mm) Detecting method Reflective Collector-Emitter 70V Collector Current 100mA Forward Current 60mA Output Type Phototransistor Dimensions 4 x 3 x 1cms Weight 5 grams
- Detector type: phototransistor
- Peak operating distance: 2.5 mm
- Operating range within > 20 % relative collector current: 0.2 mm to 15 mm
- Typical output current under test: IC = 1 mA
- Daylight blocking filter
- Emitter wavelength: 950 nm
- Lead (Pb)-free soldering released
- 1 x TCRT5000 IR Sensor (Pack of 5)