TEMT6000 Ambient Light Sensor with Strip

This module uses the TEMT6000 light sensor for ambient light detection. With peak sensitivity at 570 nanometres and a wide 60-degree acceptance angle, the sensor measures the amount of visible light, excluding the infrared (IR) spectrum.
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SKU 8300-TEMT6000STRIPEAN 8219671005432Item type: Assembled

Description

This module uses the TEMT6000 light sensor, designed to detect the light in the surrounding environment. With peak sensitivity at 570 nanometres and a wide 60-degree detection angle, the sensor concentrates on visible light, filtering out the infrared (IR) spectrum, much like the human eye.
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Technical details

Peak sensitivity 570 nanometres
Supply voltage 5Vdc
Current draw 0.5mA
Operating temperature -40°C / +85°C
Dimensions 14.30 x 8.10 x 2.7 mm (length x width x thickness)

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