{"product_id":"ir-adjustable-proximity-sensor","title":"IR Adjustable Proximity Sensor","description":"\u003cp\u003eIR Adjustable Proximity Sensor.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAn IR adjustable proximity sensor is a device that uses infrared technology to detect the presence of objects or people in its vicinity. It emits a beam of infrared light and measures the reflection to determine if an object is present. The sensor has an adjustable range that can be customized to suit the specific application.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe IR adjustable proximity sensor is commonly used in automated systems such as motion-activated lights, security systems, and automatic doors. They are also used in manufacturing processes to detect the presence of objects on a conveyor belt or to trigger a machine to start or stop based on the proximity of an object.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe adjustable range of the sensor allows it to be configured to detect objects at varying distances. This makes it versatile and suitable for a wide range of applications. The IR adjustable proximity sensor is also known for its accuracy and reliability, making it a popular choice for industrial and commercial applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAn easy to use IR proximity sensor in adjustable threaded package for straightforward mounting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an IR proximity sensor which can operate over an adjustable range of 3-80cm (depending on object reflectiveness) and has an active low output which can sink up to 100mA. It is fitted with two plastic nuts, and so can be mounted in a panel up to 30mm thick.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1907\/5887\/files\/5v-ir-adjustable-proximity-sensor.jpg?v=1678412720\" alt=\"5v ir adjustable proximity sensor\" width=\"534\" height=\"180\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe range trim pot can be used to adjust the trigger sensitivity. Clockwise corresponds to greater sensitivity and detection range. The status LED illuminates when the sensor is triggered and the output is active.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1907\/5887\/files\/5v-ir-adjustable-proximity-sensor-close-up.jpg?v=1678412917\" alt=\"5v IR adjustable proximity sensor close up\" width=\"362\" height=\"339\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe red end is the sensor and has an emitter and receiver behind an IR filter. The field of view is 15 degrees.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe output is NPN, so it is floating when inactive and pulled to GND when active. To use as an input to a logic level device, connect a pullup resistor to the Signal wire, or enable pullups on the microcontroller input pin, eg for Arduino:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003epinMode(SIGNALPIN,INPUT_PULLUP);\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo read the pin, use:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003estate=digitalRead(SIGNALPIN);\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this case, state will be 0 when active and 1 when inactive.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 45mm.\u003cbr\u003eDiameter: 18mm.\u003cbr\u003eSupply Voltage: 5V nominal.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Wire: Signal.\u003cbr\u003eBrown Wire: 5V input.\u003cbr\u003eBlue Wire: Ground connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eOperating Voltage: 5V.\u003cbr\u003eSupply Current: 100mA.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePackage includes: 1x IR Adjustable Proximity Sensor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Techexpress NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":39269556944994,"sku":"TXWS2889","price":24.29,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1907\/5887\/products\/5v-ir-adjustable-proximity-sensor-3_SZ6A2B8L4QYD.jpg?v=1678414211","url":"https:\/\/www.techexpress.co.nz\/products\/ir-adjustable-proximity-sensor","provider":"Techexpress NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}