The TCRT5000 IR Line Tracking Sensor Module is a compact and reliable infrared-based sensor designed for detecting black and white surfaces, making it perfect for robotics and automation projects. It uses an infrared emitter and phototransistor to detect reflected light, allowing it to easily differentiate between dark and light surfaces. This module is widely used in line-following robots, obstacle detection systems, and position sensing applications.
With its onboard comparator and adjustable sensitivity potentiometer, the TCRT5000 sensor provides both analog and digital outputs, ensuring flexibility for various microcontroller platforms such as Arduino, Raspberry Pi, AVR, and PIC. Its compact size and easy-to-use 3-pin or 4-pin interface make it ideal for DIY robotics and electronics learning projects.
Features:
- Infrared emitter and phototransistor in a single package (TCRT5000).
- Detection range: typically 0.2cm – 15cm (optimal < 12mm).
- Adjustable sensitivity using onboard potentiometer.
- Dual outputs: Analog output (AO) and Digital output (DO).
- Onboard comparator for stable digital signal detection.
- Indicator LED to visualize sensor detection status.
- Operating Voltage: 3.3V – 5V, compatible with Arduino and other controllers.
- Low power consumption and compact design.
Applications:
- Line following robots.
- Edge detection in robotic projects.
- Obstacle detection and avoidance.
- Position and proximity sensing.
- DIY electronics and automation projects.
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