TCRT5000 Reflective Optical Sensor Infrared IR Switch - Pack of 5

The TCRT5000 Reflective Optical Sensor is an infrared sensor module that consists of an infrared LED and an infrared detector. It is commonly used for proximity sensing, line-following robots, and object detection applications. Here are its features and specifications:

  Features:  

• Works by emitting an infrared beam toward a surface and detecting the reflection
• Output pin switches to a low level when the beam is reflected (white surface) and a high level when absorbed (black surface)
• Sensitivity can be adjusted using the onboard potentiometer
• Detector type: phototransistor
• Operating range within >20% relative collector current: 0.2 mm to 15 mm
• Daylight blocking filter
• Emitter wavelength: 950 nm
• Lead (Pb)-free soldering released

  Specifications:  

• Model: TCRT5000
• Operating Voltage Range: 3.6~5 VDC
• Average Current Consumption: 60 mA
• Distance Measuring Range: 0.591" (15mm)
• Peak Operating Distance: 2.5 mm
• Output Type: Phototransistor
• Working Temperature Range: -25~85ºC
• Color: Black + Blue
• Material: Plastic + Iron
• Detecting Method: Reflective
• Transistor Properties: Collector-Emitter Voltage: 70V, Collector Current: 100mA, Forward Current: 60mA
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 10.2 x 5.8 x 7 mm
• Weight: 8 gm

  Application:  

• Position sensor for shaft encoder
• Detection of reflective material such as paper, IBM cards, magnetic tapes, etc.
• Limit switch for mechanical motions in VCR
• General purpose – wherever space is limited

  Package Includes:  

• 5 x TCRT5000 Reflective IR sensor photoelectric switch

This sensor module is versatile and can be used in various applications requiring proximity sensing or object detection based on infrared reflection.