FC-51 IR Sensor

About this product

FC-51 infrared obstacle avoidance sensor module with adjustable detection range. Emits and detects reflected IR to sense nearby objects, with an onboard potentiometer for range tuning. Suited for obstacle avoidance in robots, presence detection, and proximity sensing.

Ultrasonic, IR, temperature, humidity, motion, current, camera and RF sensor modules - plus relay, logic-level and breakout boards for prototyping and production.

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Specifications

Model

FC-51

Detection Range

2cm-30cm (adjustable via potentiometer)

Detection Angle

35°

Operating Voltage

3.0V-6.0V

Current Draw

~23mA @ 3.3V, ~43mA @ 5V

Output

Digital (LOW when obstacle detected)

Comparator

LM393