PRODUCT DETAILS

Description

Grove - Infrared Reflective Sensor v1.2 can be used for the detection of proximity and color of objects. The reflective photosensor - RPR-220 used in this module consists of an infrared light emitting diode and a high –sensitivity phototransistor. Light-colored objects directly in front of the sensor will reflect more infrared light as well as generate more current in the phototransistor than an object with dark-colored surfaces, this can tell from a built-in indicator LED which will turn red with sufficient flow of current. Also, the intensity of the reflective light increases as the object getting closer. You can adjust the potential-meter on the back of the board if you want to detect a specific object (eg. Blackline) at a certain distance.

Application

This sensor is widely used in applications such as:

• Line-following robots
• Rotary speed detection
• Auto-data logging on utility meters or other situations where color or distance contrast is sharp.

Feature

• Panel-mounting Grove interface
• Digital output: 0 or VCC
• Built-in indicator LED
• Threshold adjustable via potentiometer
• Power supply: 3.5 – 5.5V DC
• Reflective Photosensor: RPR-220
• Effective working distance: 4-15mm
• Minimum detectable width for monochrome lines: 10mm
• Connector: 4 pin Buckled Grove interface
• Dimension: 20mm*20mm

What is the difference between the IR distance sensor and the ultrasonic distance sensor? 

Technical details

Part List

Links

• Types of Distance Sensor and how to select one?
• Wiki Grove - Infrared Reflective Sensor
• Grove Selection Guide