Anonymous
Apr 11, 2026
Rating: 3/5
Pinout unclear
Worked after figuring out the pins. Documentation could be better.
Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Electronic Components / Maker DIY / Computer Hardware, Monitors & Peripherals |
| Origin | - |
| Chip Model | BH1750FVI |
| Communication Interface | I2C Bus |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V to 5V DC |
| Light Measurement Range | 1 to 65535 Lux |
| Resolution | 1 Lux |
| PCB Dimensions | 27mm x 20mm x 4mm |
| Weight | 2 grams |
| Operating Temperature | -15°C to 60°C |
| Power Consumption | 0.12mW Typical |
| Mounting Type | Through Hole DIP |
Anonymous
Apr 11, 2026
Rating: 3/5
Pinout unclear
Worked after figuring out the pins. Documentation could be better.
Anonymous
Mar 09, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good accuracy
Measures light well indoors. Outdoors direct sun maxes it out sometimes.
Anonymous
Feb 14, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for Arduino Projects
Works flawlessly with my Uno. Easy to wire and libraries are abundant.
Anonymous
Feb 03, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Reliable Sensor
Been using this for home automation lighting control. Very stable readings.
Anonymous
Jan 31, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Great value
Cheap and effective. Bought five for different rooms.
Q: Does it come with a library?
A: No, but many open-source libraries exist for Arduino and Pi.
Q: What is the I2C address?
A: The default address is typically 0x23 or 0x5C depending on the ADDR pin.
Q: Is it waterproof?
A: No, the module is not waterproof and should be kept dry.
Q: Is this compatible with Raspberry Pi?
A: Yes, it works via GPIO I2C pins.
Q: Can it measure UV light?
A: No, it measures visible light intensity in Lux.