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:

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

• TCRT5000 Datasheet

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