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A matched pair of 5mm infrared LEDs — one transmitter (clear) and one receiver (black) — operating at 940nm. Use them to build object sensors, colour sensors...

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A matched pair of 5mm infrared LEDs — one transmitter (clear) and one receiver (black) — operating at 940nm. Use them to build object sensors, colour sensors, line sensors, distance sensors, and custom wheel encoders.

Specifications

  • Size – 5mm
  • Lead Length – 37mm
  • Wavelength – 940nm (infrared)
  • Forward Voltage – 1.2–1.4V
  • Forward Current – 100mA
  • Transmit/Receive Distance – approximately 7–8m
  • Lens Colour – Clear (transmitter), Black (receiver)

Ideal For

  • Object detection and proximity sensing
  • Line-following robots
  • Wheel encoders and speed sensors
  • IR communication and remote control projects

Package Contents

  • 1× 940nm IR Transmitter LED (clear)
  • 1× 940nm IR Receiver LED (black)

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LED
A light-emitting diode is a small electronic component that lights up when current flows through it in the correct direction. In this kit, LEDs create the flashing effect, so polarity and correct soldering matter for the project to work.
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