Anonymous
Apr 11, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Exactly as described
Non-infrared feature is great for avoiding interference from other sensors. Direct digital output makes interfacing with MCU very simple.
Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Root / Electronic Components / Maker DIY |
| Origin | - |
| Sensor Type | Grayscale Reflective |
| Channel Count | 8 Independent Channels |
| Detectable Colors | Black, White, Yellow, Blue, Green |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V - 5V DC |
| Output Signal | Digital TTL Level |
| PCB Length | 65mm |
| PCB Width | 25mm |
| Working Current | < 50mA |
| Interface Type | 2.54mm Pin Header |
| Net Weight | 12g |
Anonymous
Apr 11, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Exactly as described
Non-infrared feature is great for avoiding interference from other sensors. Direct digital output makes interfacing with MCU very simple.
Anonymous
Apr 09, 2026
Rating: 3/5
Decent module
Documentation was a bit sparse, had to test pins manually to map the channels. Sensor itself works fine once you figure out the pinout.
Anonymous
Feb 12, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Great value
Fast response time compared to standard IR sensors. Successfully used it for a black line on white background and vice versa. Highly recommend for DIY.
Anonymous
Jan 31, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good sensitivity
Works well but needs precise height adjustment from the ground. Once calibrated, it tracks colored lines accurately. Good value for the price.
Anonymous
Jan 22, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for RoboContest
Used this for our university line follower robot. The 8 channels provide excellent resolution for smooth turns. No infrared interference was a huge plus in the arena.
Q: What is the optimal height from the ground?
A: Typically 5mm to 10mm works best for accurate detection. You may need to adjust based on your specific chassis design.
Q: Does this require external pull-up resistors?
A: No, the module has onboard comparators and circuitry. You can connect the output pins directly to your microcontroller GPIO.
Q: Is there an onboard microcontroller?
A: No, this is a pure sensor module without an MCU. It is designed to be controlled by an external processor like Arduino or STM32.
Q: Can it distinguish between blue and green lines?
A: Yes, the grayscale sensor detects contrast differences. It is calibrated to recognize various colors including blue and green against contrasting backgrounds.
Q: Is this compatible with Arduino Uno?
A: Yes, it outputs digital TTL signals which are fully compatible with Arduino Uno and most 3.3V/5V microcontrollers.