IR Break Beam Sensor (50cm)

SKU: SEN0503 Brand: DFRobot

Infrared break-beam sensors are a simple way to detect motion. This IR break beam sensor works up to 50cm with a fast and stable response of <2ms...

$8.10 AUD, inc GST

$7.36 AUD, exc GST

Available with a lead time
Expect dispatch between Jan 02 and Jan 06

Quantity Discounts:

10-25 $7.15 (exc GST)
25+ $6.99 (exc GST)

Infrared break-beam sensors are a simple way to detect motion.

This IR break beam sensor works up to 50cm with a fast and stable response of <2ms. With a small size of 20*10*9mm, the module can be conveniently installed in a narrow space. Besides, it can operate within a temperature of -25°C to 60°C.

Power the sensor by a voltage of DC 3.0~5V. It can be used with Arduino for some simple motion detection, speed detection, timing, etc. in smart robot competitions.

IR Break Beam Sensor - 50cm

They work by having an emitter side that sends out a beam of human-invisible IR light, then a receiver across the way which is sensitive to that same light. When something passes between the two, and it’s not transparent to IR, then the “beam is broken“. The voltage level on the output (white wire) will match the supply voltage of the receiver whenever it has a clear view of the detector. Breaking the beam causes the signal on the output to drop to zero volts.

IR Break Beam Sensor - 50cm

Features

Fast and stable response speed
Can be conveniently installed in a narrow space

Applications

Simple motion detection
Speed detection
Timing

Specification

Induction Distance: 50CM / (5V), 20CM / (3.3V)
Induction Method: through-beam type (non-transparent)
Working Voltage: DC 3.0 V-5V
Working Current: 25mA
Output Mode: NPN normally open
Output Current: 100mA (can directly drive the relay)
Emitting Angle: straight line (infrared light)
Receiving Angle: <10°
Response Time: 2ms
Working Temperature: -25°C ~ 60°C
Working Environment: indoor (not waterproof)
Dimensions: 20*10*9mm (L*W*H)
Cable Length: 25cm / 9.84 inch
Light Hole: 3MM / 0.12 inch
Transmitter: red wire=5V DC, black wire=GND
Receiving: red wire =5V DC, black wire=GND, white wire=OUT (NPN)

Parts List

IR Break Beam Sensor (50cm) - Receiver x1
IR Break Beam Sensor (50cm) - Transmitter x1

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