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# VCNL4200 Long Distance IR Proximity & Light Sensor Breakout

**Brand:** Adafruit

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## Pricing

- **Price:** $17.10
- **Stock:** In stock at supplier
- **Local warehouse:** 0 units
- **Supplier (Adafruit):** 100 units
- **SKU:** AF-6064

## Description

Need approximate distance sensing over tens of centimetres to around a metre, plus ambient light measurement from the same board? This breakout carries Vishay’s VCNL4200, a two-in-one IR proximity and ambient light sensor suited to robotics, motion detection and object sensing projects.The proximity sensor is specified up to 1.5 m, though real-world range depends on lighting and configuration; Adafruit notes 50–100 cm is a good range to expect, with less accuracy and precision at longer distances. The ambient light sensor covers 0.003 to 1570 lux, giving you a useful light reading alongside proximity data.Adafruit has added support circuitry for use with 3.3V logic such as Feather or Raspberry Pi, or 5V logic such as Arduino/Metro 328. It communicates over I2C, with breadboard-friendly pins plus SparkFun Qwiic-compatible STEMMA QT connectors so you can plug in without soldering when using a suitable cable.You can tune integration time for light and proximity sensing, IR LED power, duty cycle, multi-pulse and sunlight immunity, and use interrupt output thresholds. CircuitPython/Python and Arduino drivers are available for getting started; a QT cable is not included.Specifications:Proximity function: Immunity to red glow (940 nm IRED)Proximity function: Intelligent background light cancellationProximity function: Smart persistence scheme to reduce PS response timeProximity distance: up to 1.5 mAmbient light function: Fluorescent light flicker immunityAmbient light function: Spectrum close to real human eye responsesSelectable maximum detection range: (197 / 393 / 786 / 1573) lux with highest sensitivity 0.003 lux/stepInterrupt: Programmable interrupt function for ALS and PS with upper and lower thresholdsInterrupt: Adjustable persistence to prevent false triggers for ALS and PSProduct Dimensions: 25.6mm x 17.7mm x 4.8mm / 1.0" x 0.7" x 0.2"Product Weight: 1.9g / 0.1ozGreat for maker projects that need simple I2C proximity detection with a bonus ambient light reading, especially when paired with Arduino, CircuitPython or Raspberry Pi.

**Product Type:** Proximity and Light Sensor

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