Anonymous
Apr 12, 2026
Rating: 3/5
Needs better documentation
Sensor works but finding libraries took some time. Would be nice to have a wiki link included in the package.
Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Electronic Components / Maker DIY / Computer Hardware, Monitors & Peripherals |
| Origin | - |
| Interface | I2C |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V to 5V DC |
| Light Spectrum | Visible and Infrared |
| Measurement Range | 1 to 40,000 Lux |
| Module Dimensions | 23 x 15 x 3 mm |
| Net Weight | 3 grams |
| Operating Temperature | -30°C to 70°C |
| Communication Protocol | I2C Bus |
| Package Content | 1 x Sensor Module |
| Microcontroller Compatibility | Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi |
Anonymous
Apr 12, 2026
Rating: 3/5
Needs better documentation
Sensor works but finding libraries took some time. Would be nice to have a wiki link included in the package.
Anonymous
Apr 05, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Fast delivery and well packaged
Arrived quickly and protected well in anti-static bag. Module looks sturdy and pins are well soldered.
Anonymous
Mar 26, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Excellent light measurement
Used this for an automatic lighting system. Very responsive to changes in ambient light conditions.
Anonymous
Mar 23, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good sensor, tricky wiring
Accuracy is great but pinout diagram was slightly hard to read initially. Once connected properly it works well.
Anonymous
Feb 10, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for my weather station
Works flawlessly with my ESP32 setup. Reading lux values is very straightforward and the data seems accurate compared to my phone sensor.
Q: Can it measure sunlight directly?
A: It handles up to 40,000 Lux which covers direct sunlight conditions.
Q: Does it work with Raspberry Pi?
A: Yes, it is fully compatible with Raspberry Pi GPIO I2C pins.
Q: What is the I2C address?
A: The default address is 0x39 but can be changed via hardware pins.
Q: Is this 5V compatible?
A: Yes, it supports 3.3V to 5V logic levels safely.
Q: Which library should I use?
A: We recommend the Adafruit TSL2561 library for Arduino projects.