Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Sensors |
| Origin | - |
| Sensor Type | Phototransistor (Visible Light) |
| Output Signal | Analog Voltage |
| Spectral Range | 400nm to 1100nm |
| Operating Voltage | 2.7V to 5.5V DC |
| Viewing Angle | ±20 degrees |
| Response Time | Typically 20µs |
| Package Type | Surface Mount Device (SMD) |
| Peak Wavelength | 940nm (with visible sensitivity) |
| Application | Ambient Light Detection, Display Brightness Control |
| Mounting Style | Breakout Board with Header Pins |
Anonymous
Mar 23, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for auto-dimming projects
This sensor works flawlessly with my Arduino Uno. The analog output is smooth and responsive to changes in room lighting. I used it to control an LED strip brightness, and the transition is very natural.
Anonymous
Mar 21, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great for learning electronics
Using this for my final year project. It's very forgiving for beginners since it just outputs a voltage proportional to light. Would be nice if it included a sample code snippet on the box.
Anonymous
Mar 19, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good value, easy to integrate
Great little module for the price. It came pre-soldered with headers which saved me time. The only reason for 4 stars is that the datasheet link on the packaging was broken, but I found the specs online easily.
Anonymous
Mar 17, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Exactly as described
Fast shipping and the product matches the description perfectly. It detects visible light accurately without being overly sensitive to infrared noise from my TV remote.
Anonymous
Mar 09, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Reliable and consistent readings
I bought five of these for a line-following robot project that also needs ambient light compensation. All sensors gave consistent readings after calibration. Highly recommended for educational robotics.
Anonymous
Mar 05, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Compact and efficient
The breakout board design is compact enough to fit inside small enclosures. Power consumption is low, making it suitable for battery-operated devices. Very satisfied with this purchase.
Q: Is there a digital output version available?
A: This specific model provides an analog output. If you require a digital signal, you would need to connect the analog pin to a microcontroller's ADC or use an external comparator circuit.
Q: How do I calibrate the sensor for lux measurements?
A: The sensor outputs a voltage proportional to light intensity. To get accurate Lux values, you need to map the analog reading to known Lux levels using a reference light meter and create a conversion formula in your code.
Q: Can this sensor be used outdoors?
A: While the sensor itself functions outdoors, the breakout board is not weatherproof. You must house it in a waterproof enclosure if planning to use it in outdoor environments.
Q: What is the maximum distance this sensor can detect light sources?
A: As an ambient light sensor, it measures overall illumination rather than detecting specific objects at a distance. Its effectiveness depends on the intensity of the light source and the viewing angle of ±20 degrees.
Q: Does this module work directly with 3.3V logic boards like the ESP32?
A: Yes, the TEMT6000 operates within a voltage range of 2.7V to 5.5V, so it is fully compatible with 3.3V systems like the ESP32 and Raspberry Pi Pico.
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