Microwave Motion Radar Sensor

The RCWL-0516 is a small, compact microwave motion sensor based on the Doppler effect

SKU 3085-RADARMICROWAVEEAN 8219671092821Item type: Assembled,

Description

The RCWL-0516 motion radar is a microwave motion sensor that uses frequency-modulated waves to detect movement and is particularly suitable as an alternative to using a PIR motion sensor. The sensor has a 360° detection angle and the detection distance can be set between 2m, 5m, 8m, and 10m.

The required supply voltage is between 4 volts and 28 volts. Typical transmission power is 20 mW, maximum is 30 mW.
Operating temperature ranges from -20°C to +80°C.

Technical specifications

  • Pin definition:
    1. 3V3: output voltage 3.3 volts
    3. OUT: when it detects a moving object, it goes from low to high level (3.3 volts)
    5. CDS: if held low, below 0.7 volts, the output will always be low even in the presence of movement

Technical details

Supply voltage from 4 volts to 28 volts
Current consumption typical 2.8 mA; max. 3 mA
Detection distance from 5 to 9 meters
Transmission power typical 20 mW; max. 30 mW
Output voltage and current 3.2-3.4 volts - 100 mA
Operating temperature from -20°C to +80°C
GND negative supply
VIN positive supply from 4 volts to 28 volts

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