Light Sensor
MC4.0 Light Sensor: The Light Sensor Module helps detect how bright the surrounding environment is. It works well in projects like smart home setups solar-powered garden lights, energy-saving gadgets, or automatic lighting systems. A high-quality photoresistor (LDR) pairs with a 10K adjustable resistor on this module making it easy to set thresholds and measure light […]
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MC4.0 Light Sensor:
The Light Sensor Module helps detect how bright the surrounding environment is. It works well in projects like smart home setups solar-powered garden lights, energy-saving gadgets, or automatic lighting systems. A high-quality photoresistor (LDR) pairs with a 10K adjustable resistor on this module making it easy to set thresholds and measure light levels in various conditions.
The Light Sensor relies on the LM393 comparator and provides both analog and digital outputs. Its analog signal changes depending on the light level. The digital signal flips between high and low based on a set threshold. This flexibility makes it a good choice to monitor light in real time or handle automatic tasks.
The light sensor works with microcontroller boards like Arduino, ESP32, and MCLab. It fits into your electronics projects due to its super small and lightweight build.
This Light Sensor Module works great if you’re just starting out enjoying a hobby, or teaching others. It handles things like basic light triggers or complex automation setups. It gives steady and accurate light detection for any project needing it.
Benefits of the kit
- Detects ambient light levels for automation projects, smart home setups, or energy-saving devices
- Provides both analog and digital outputs for flexible integration in different projects
- Easy to set light thresholds using the adjustable 10K resistor for precise control
- Compatible with Arduino, ESP32, and MC4.0 (MCLab) for both block-based and Python coding
- Compact and lightweight design (small footprint) ideal for DIY, educational, or embedded projects
- Holes allow easy mounting in robotics kits and classroom setups
- Reliable and steady light detection for real-time monitoring or automated responses
- Ideal for STEAM learning, hobby electronics, and smart automation applications
Features
- Differential voltage design
- Analog and digital output
- Development platforms: Arduino, MCLab
- 2 x LEGO compatible holes
Includes
- 1 x Unit Light
- 1 x HY2.0-4P Grove cable (20cm)
Applications
- Light control switch
- Solar garden lights
- Infrared surveillance cameras
| Specification | Parameter |
|---|---|
| Adjustable resistor | 10K |
| Product dimensions | 32 x 24 x 8mm |
| Package dimensions | 136 x 92 x 10mm |
| Product weight | 4g |
| Gross weight | 17g |
Frequently Asked Questions
It detects light in the environment using a photoresistor and outputs both analog and digital signals.
It works with Arduino ESP32, MCLab, and other microcontrollers that handle analog and digital inputs.
The photoresistor changes its resistance as light increases or decreases, which helps it measure light intensity .
You can. The module has a 10K adjustable resistor to set the light level needed to trigger the digital output.
It offers both analog output with varying voltage and digital output as high or low to use in different types of projects.
Yes, it works well in STEM activities, electronics lessons, and personal hobby projects.
It fits with automatic lights solar-powered garden lights, devices that save energy, and systems that respond to light.
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