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# 5V IR Photoelectric Switch (4m)

**Brand:** DFRobot

**URL:** https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products/5v-ir-photoelectric-switch-4m

## Pricing

- **Price:** $20.18
- **Stock:** In stock at supplier
- **Local warehouse:** 0 units
- **Supplier (DFRobot):** 15 units
- **SKU:** DF-SEN0523

## Description

This IR break-beam photoelectric switch detects objects by sending an invisible infrared beam from an emitter to a receiver. When a non-transparent object passes between the two and breaks the beam, the receiver outputs a signal. It works over distances up to 4 metres with a fast 0.5ms response time. Powered by 5V DC, this sensor is compatible with Arduino and other microcontrollers for motion detection, speed measurement, timing, and counting applications. Its compact size allows installation in tight spaces. Key Features Sensing Range – Up to 4 metres (thru-beam, non-transparent objects) Operating Voltage – DC 5V Response Time – 0.5ms Wavelength – 830nm (infrared) Receiving Angle – ±5° Output Current – 30mA Output Power – 100mW Operating Temperature – −10°C to +60°C Storage Temperature – −20°C to +80°C Wiring Transmitter (green PCB) – Red: 5V, Black: GND, Green: floating Receiver (black PCB) – Red: 5V, Black: GND, Blue: signal output Ideal For Motion detection and object counting Speed measurement and timing gates Robot runway conversion and line tracking Smart robot competitions Package Contents 1× 5V IR Photoelectric Switch (transmitter + receiver pair)

**Product Type:** physical

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For the catalogue index and every other machine-readable endpoint we publish, see [https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/llms.txt](https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/llms.txt).

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## Contact Us

**Little Bird Electronics Pty Ltd**
ABN: 15 634 521 449

- **Phone:** 1300 240 817
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### Payment Methods

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- **Purchase Orders:** Email to team@littlebird.com.au (Net 30 for approved accounts)

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