Grove - Sunlight Sensor
Sold outThe Grove - Sunlight Sensor is a multi-channel digital light sensor, which has the ability to detect UV-light, visible light and infrared light.
Overview
This device is based on SI1145, a new sensor from SiLabs. The Si1145 is a low-power, reflectance-based, infrared proximity, UV index and ambient light sensor with I2C digital interface and programmable-event interrupt output.
This device offers excellent performance under a wide dynamic range and a variety of light sources including direct sunlight.
The Grove - Sunlight Sensor include an on-bard Grove connector, which help you to connect it your Arduino easily.
Features:
- Digital light sensor
- Wide spectrum detection range to improve accuracy.
- Programmable configuration which make it versatile for various applications.
- Detect sunlight directly
- Grove compatible
- I2C Interface (7-bit)
Tech specs
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Operating Voltage |
3.0-5.5V |
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Working current |
3.5mA |
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Wave length |
280-950nm |
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Default I2C Address |
0x60 |
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Operating Temperature |
-45-85℃ |
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