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# Pololu 38 kHz IR Proximity Sensor, Fixed Gain, High Brightness

**Brand:** Pololu

**URL:** https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products/pololu-38-khz-ir-proximity-sensor-fixed-gain-high-brightness

## Pricing

- **Price:** $9.54
- **Stock:** In stock
- **Local warehouse:** 2 units
- **Supplier (Pololu):** 0 units
- **SKU:** PL-2578

## Description

This module features a fixed-gain, 38 kHz modulated IR sensor and a corresponding IR LED with oscillator circuit to make a tiny proximity sensor. This high-brightness version draws an average of 16 mA at 5 V and has a typical sensing range up to approximately 24 inches (60 cm).

**Product Type:** physical

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*Source: [Pololu 38 kHz IR Proximity Sensor, Fixed Gain, High Brightness](https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products/pololu-38-khz-ir-proximity-sensor-fixed-gain-high-brightness)*