Description:
Light sensors are ubiquitous in modern life, serving as fundamental components in a wide array of everyday technologies. From automatically adjusting screen brightness on laptops and smartphones to activating sophisticated home lighting systems, these sensors play a crucial role in our interaction with the environment. At their core, a light sensor functions by precisely measuring the intensity of illumination present in a given area, whether it's the overall ambient light of a space or the specific light level within a room.
This particular module leverages the high-performance TEMT6000 ambient light detector. Notably, the TEMT6000 boasts a spectral response curve that closely mimics the sensitivity of the human eye to different wavelengths of light. This characteristic allows the sensor to provide readings that are perceptually relevant to human vision. The module effectively quantifies the incident light density and translates this measurement into an analog voltage signal. This analog signal can then be readily interpreted by a microcontroller, such as an Arduino controller. By establishing a specific voltage threshold within the Arduino environment, users can trigger various actions or activate other connected units within their electronic projects based on the detected light levels. This capability opens up a wide range of applications, from creating light-sensitive robots to implementing automated environmental control systems.
Notice: The new version of analog sensor port pin mapping has been changed as the following two features. Please check the tips for changing sensor cable pin mapping while using the I/O Expansion shield. We will continue to update. For the inconvenience caused, please understand.
Specifications:
- Supply Voltage: DC 3.3~5.5V
- Operating Temperature: -40~85°C
- Illumination Range: 1 – 1000 Lux
- Output: analog voltage, 0 – 5V @VCC=5V
- Module Size: 30 x 22mm (1.2x0.9 in)
Features:
- Spectral response closely matches the human eye, providing light intensity readings that align with human vision.
- Very low sensitivity to infrared light ensures accurate measurement of visible light levels.
- Scalable analog voltage output allows for flexible integration with various microcontrollers and voltage thresholds.
Documents:
Package Included:
1 x DFRobot Gravity: Analog Ambient Light Sensor TEMT6000 1-1000 Lux
