Arduino TCS3200 Color Recognition Sensor Module

The TCS3200 Array Color Sensor is a digital color detection module which can detect and measure a color’s red, green, blue values and output an RGB value or a white light intensity value.

Product Features:

– Built-in TAOS TCS3200 color sensor integrated circuit.
– I2C interface: compatible with any MCU and microprocessor with I2C interface.
– Standard 3.3V to 5V power supply, compatible with most microcontrollers.
– Adjustable gain.
– 2 kinds of address codes, selectable by solder pads.
– Simple and easy to use.
– The output is 12-bit digital data.
– Comes with 4 mounting holes for easy installation.
– Compact size and low power consumption.
– Red, green, blue, and clear filter arrays.
– Spectral responsivity range: 400nm~700nm.

Specifications:

– Model: TCS3200
– Interface: I2C
– Power supply: 3.3V to 5V
– Gain: Adjustable
– Address codes: 0x29, 0x39
– Output: 12-bit digital data
– Spectral responsivity range: 400nm~700nm
– Dimensions: 20mm x 20mm

Applications:

– Color sorting
– Color recognition
– Object detection
– White light intensity measurement
– Ambient light detection
– Robotics
– Industrial automation

Key Usage Points:

– Easy installation with 4 mounting holes.
– Durable construction with high-quality materials.
– Adjustable gain for optimal performance in different lighting conditions.
– Wide spectral responsivity range for accurate color detection.
– Selectable address codes for easy integration with multiple sensors.

Additional Features:

– The sensor can be used at a distance of up to 10cm from the object being detected.
– The sensor can be calibrated to specific objects or colors.
– The sensor is compatible with Arduino and Raspberry Pi platforms.

Relevant External Links:

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Adafruit TCS3200 Color Sensor Tutorial

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TCS3200 Datasheet

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Pololu TCS3200 Color Sensor Carrier with Regulator