{"product_id":"ky-010-photo-interrupter-sensor-module","title":"KY-010 Photo Interrupter Sensor Module | Arduino \u0026 DIY Robotics","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003ePrecision Non-Contact Detection for Your Electronics Projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eWhen mechanical switches fall short, optical sensing steps in. The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eKY-010 Photo Interrupter Module\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis engineered to provide friction-free, instantaneous object detection. By utilizing a continuous beam of light, this sensor eliminates the physical wear and tear associated with traditional push buttons or microswitches, ensuring your automated systems run smoothly and reliably over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eHow the KY-010 Optical Sensor Works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eAt the core of this module is a high-output\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eGaAs infrared light-emitting diode (LED)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epositioned directly across from a highly sensitive photo-receiving component. They are housed in a specialized U-shaped bracket. When an object passes through the gap and breaks the infrared beam, the receiver instantly detects the shading effect and triggers a change in the logic state. This provides a crisp, clean digital signal to your microcontroller, letting your code know exactly when an interruption occurred.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003ePerfect for Robotics and Automation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eThis sensor is a staple for DIY hardware enthusiasts and STEM educators. It is widely used to create\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003ecustom optical encoders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e—simply attach a slotted wheel to a motor shaft, and the KY-010 will count the interruptions to calculate RPM or distance traveled. It also serves as an exceptionally accurate\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003elimit switch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor CNC machines, robotic arms, and automated counting assembly lines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003ePlug-and-Play Simplicity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eWe know that in DIY electronics, ease of use is everything. The KY-010 features a straightforward\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e3-pin interface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand operates on a standard\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eDC 5V logic level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e, making it natively compatible with popular development boards like Arduino. With its ultra-compact footprint and a pre-drilled 3mm positioning hole, mounting this sensor into your custom 3D-printed enclosures or tight chassis spaces is completely hassle-free.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sun Cheong Computer Company Limited","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47836531097751,"sku":"21PS002119","price":42.0,"currency_code":"TWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0440\/4022\/4919\/files\/ky-010-photo-interrupter-module-front.jpg?v=1779272794","url":"https:\/\/scccltd.com\/en-tw\/products\/ky-010-photo-interrupter-sensor-module","provider":"Sun Cheong Computer Company Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}