5mm IR Transmitter & Receiver LED Pair (1 set)

IR Transmitter & Receiver -5mm

General Description

This 5mm IR Transmitter & Receiver pair is designed for a variety of applications such as remote controls, distance sensors, object sensors, and line sensors. It can be easily connected to microcontrollers like Arduino or Raspberry Pi, requiring only a few current-limiting resistors for operation, making it ideal for simple circuit setups.

Both the transmitter and receiver are built to work on the 940 nm wavelength, ensuring efficient infrared communication.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Energy Efficient: Designed to minimize power consumption, making it ideal for long-term use.

• Environmentally Friendly: Safe for the environment with no complex components to manage.

• Zero Maintenance: Durable design with long life expectancy reduces the need for frequent replacements.

• High Reliability: Built to last with long operational hours, offering consistent performance.

• Long Life: Operates for 50,000 to 100,000 hours, ensuring extended reliability.

• Low Forward Voltage: Consumes less power and ensures energy efficiency.

• Wide Application Range: Suitable for remote controls, sensors, and microcontroller-based projects.

Transmitter Specifications (Tx):

• Wavelength: 940 nm

• Continuous Forward Voltage: 1.4V DC

• Peak Forward Current: 1A

• Reverse Voltage: 5V

• Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C

• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 100°C

• Soldering Temperature: 260°C

• Power Dissipation: 150mW

Receiver Specifications (Rx):

• Diameter: 5mm

• Power Dissipation: 100mW

• Reverse Voltage: 5V

• Forward Voltage: 1.2V - 1.3V

• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +100°C

• Peak Response Wavelength: 940 nm

• Lead Spacing: 2.54mm

Applications:

• Remote controls

• Distance and object sensors

• Line-following sensors

• Communication between microcontrollers (Arduino, Raspberry Pi)

• General-purpose IR sensor projects

Package Includes:

• 1 x IR 5mm Transmitter LED

• 1 x IR 5mm Receiver LED

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