PROX-01 IR Proximity Sensor Module for Arduino

The OSEPP IR Proximity Sensor Module measures distances. It utilizes the Sharp GP2Y0D805Z0F measuring sensor unit which is composed of an integrated combination of photo diode, infrared emitting diode and a signal processor. The digital value from the proximity sensor is read out on the I²C bus. The module uses the I²C interface for data communication. The I²C lines are packaged with the power and ground lines into a modular connector, which allows easy plug and play operation. There are two connectors on the module to enable daisy chaining of multiple I²C devices together. This sensor module is ideal for designs that need to detect objects within a certain range or designs that need to avoid obstacles. It can also be used as a touchless switch.

Specifications:

• I²C Addresses (7-bit) 0x20, 0x22, 0x24, 0x26
• Form Factor 23 mm x 36 mm
• Power Consumption 475 mW
• Connector Pin Definition
•  Pin 1: Power
• Pin 2: I²C Data
• Pin 3: Ground
• Pin 4: I²C Clock

Features:

• Plug and play with OSEPP I²C Expansion Shield
• Detection range of 0.5 – 5.0 cm
• Supports I²C interfacing with 4 programmable 7-bit address (0x20, 0x22, 0x24, 0x26) to allow up to 4 OSEPP IR Proximity Sensor module to exist on the same I²C bus
• Provides pass-through connector to support daisy chaining of multiple sensors from the OSEPP Sensor Module family
• Provides 0.1” breakout points for power and I²C interface pins access