The Photo Interrupter Sensor (photogate) for Arduino KY-10 is a highly sensitive sensor that can detect the interruption of a beam of light. It is compatible with the Arduino microcontroller and can be easily integrated into a wide variety of projects.
Technical specs:
- Operating voltage: 3V-24V
- Output: Digital
- Detection distance: Up to 3mm
- Dimensions: 20mm x 10mm x 10mm
Pin connections:
- VCC: Connect to power supply voltage (3V-24V)
- GND: Connect to ground
- OUT: Connect to digital pin on Arduino
This Photo Interrupter Sensor is a great choice for projects such as speed measurement, counting, and positioning. It can detect the interruption of light up to 3mm, which makes it ideal for a wide range of applications. It is small in size, easy to use and low power consumption makes it ideal for use in remote or mobile applications. The sensor can detect the interruption of infrared light, visible light and UV light. The sensor can be powered using a battery or using external power supply. It is a reliable device that can be used in a variety of applications to detect the interruption of a beam of light, such as counting the number of items passing through a conveyor belt, measuring the speed of an object or determining the position of an object.