GP1UX311RK
Product Overview
- Belongs to: Optical Sensor
- Category: Infrared Proximity Sensor
- Use: Detecting the presence or absence of an object within a specified range
- Characteristics: High sensitivity, compact size, low power consumption
- Package: Surface Mount
- Essence: Utilizes infrared light to detect objects
- Packaging/Quantity: Tape & Reel, 3000 units per reel
Specifications
- Operating Voltage: 2.7V to 6.5V
- Output Type: Digital
- Sensing Distance: Up to 20mm
- Response Time: 8ms
- Operating Temperature: -25°C to 85°C
Detailed Pin Configuration
- VCC
- GND
- Output
Functional Features
- High sensitivity to infrared light
- Low power consumption
- Compact and easy to integrate
- Digital output for easy interfacing with microcontrollers
Advantages
- Reliable detection of objects within the specified range
- Low power consumption extends battery life in portable devices
- Small form factor allows for versatile integration into various applications
Disadvantages
- Limited sensing distance compared to some other proximity sensors
- Susceptible to interference from ambient infrared light sources
Working Principles
The GP1UX311RK operates by emitting infrared light and detecting its reflection off nearby objects. When an object is within the sensor's range, the reflected light is detected, causing the sensor to provide a digital output signal.
Detailed Application Field Plans
- Mobile Devices: Implementing touchless gesture control for smartphones and tablets
- Robotics: Object detection for autonomous robots and drones
- Home Appliances: Proximity sensing for automatic faucets, soap dispensers, and paper towel dispensers
- Industrial Automation: Conveyor belt systems for object detection and sorting
Detailed and Complete Alternative Models
- GP2Y0A21YK0F (Sharp) - Longer sensing distance but larger package size
- TSSP4038 (Vishay) - Lower power consumption but narrower sensing angle
- RPR-220 (Rohm) - Higher ambient light immunity but slower response time
Note: The alternative models listed above are just a few examples and not an exhaustive list.
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