Color Sensor with 4 LEDs (TCS3200 )

Color Sensor with 4 LEDs (TCS3200 )

Introduction:

The sensor has four different types of filter covered diodes. In the 8 x 8 array of photodiodes, 16 photodiodes have Red filters, 16 have Blue filters, 16 have Green filters and the rest 16 photodiodes are clear with no filters. Each type can be activated using the S2, S3 selection inputs. Since each photodiodes are coated with different filters each of them can detect the corresponding colours. For example, when choosing the red filter, only red incident light can get through, blue and green will be prevented. By measuring the frequency, we get the red light intensity.? Similarly, when choose other filters we can get blue or green light.

Arduino compatible TCS3200 color sensor module consist of a TAOS TCS3200 RGB sensor chip and 4 white LEDs. The main part of the module is the TCS3200 chip which is a Color Light-to-Frequency Converter. The white LEDs are used for providing proper lighting for the sensor to detect the object colour correctly. This chip can sense a wide variety of colours and it gives the output in the form of corresponding frequency. This module can be used for making colour sorting robots, test strip reading, colour matching tests.

The TCS3200 color sensor module is a compact and versatile device that allows for accurate color detection and measurement in various applications. It features four white LEDs (two for illumination and two for indicator purposes), and a TAOS TCS3200 programmable color light-to-frequency converter chip that can detect a wide range of colors. The module also includes a 3mm photodiode, a color filter array, and an analog-to-digital converter, which together provide precise measurements of red, green, blue, and clear light frequencies. The sensor can be easily integrated into microcontroller-based projects and offers a range of programmable features for customization. Applications of the TCS3200 sensor include color recognition and sorting, ambient light sensing, and color calibration. With its small form factor, accuracy, and programmability, the TCS3200 color sensor is an excellent choice for developers and hobbyists looking to integrate color detection capabilities into their projects.

Description: The TCS3200 color sensor is a versatile module capable of detecting and measuring the color of an object. It features four white LEDs (red, green, blue, and clear) that illuminate the object, and a photodiode array that measures the intensity of each color. The sensor can be used to identify and sort objects based on their color, and can also be used in a variety of applications such as color detection, color matching, and color sorting. The TCS3200 sensor is easy to interface with microcontrollers and can be programmed to detect specific colors. It is ideal for use in robotics, automation, and other projects that require accurate color sensing.

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Features:

• Compact design
• Power Down Feature
• High-Resolution Conversion of Light Intensity to Frequency
• Programmable Color and Full-Scale Output Frequency
• Communicates Directly With a Microcontroller
• Single-Supply Operation (2.7 V to 5.5 V)
• 2.54mm pitch connector pin-out
• Best detection distance: 1cm