The CNY70 is a reflective sensor that includes an infrared emitter and phototransistor in a leaded package with a daylight blocking filter.
These work great as close-range proximity sensors, tachometers, or line following sensors.
Specifications
- Emitter:
- Emitter Wavelength: 950nm
- Forward Current (Max): 50mA
- Forward Voltage: 1.25-1.6V
- Power Dissipation: 100mW
- Emitter Wavelength: 950nm
- Detector:
- Detector Type: Phototransistor
- Filter: Daylight Blocking
- Collector Current (Max): 50mA
- Power Dissipation: 100mW
- Detector Type: Phototransistor
- Dimensions (Excluding Pins):
- Length: 7mm (0.3")
- Width: 7mm (0.3")
- Height: 6mm (0.24")
- Length: 7mm (0.3")
Top View
Pinout
Resources
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CNY70 Datasheet
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CNY70 Library (Arduino Forums)
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CNY70 Tachometer example for Energia, instructions included for use with Arduino (from Frank Milburn)
- CNY70 Proximity Switch example for Energia, instructions included for use with Arduino (from Frank Milburn)