SparkFun Qwiic Distance Sensor Board, VCNL4040, 25.4mm
Compact digital IR proximity & ambient light sensor with Qwiic connectivity, ideal for prototyping.
The SparkFun Qwiic Distance Sensor Board, VCNL4040 is a compact and efficient digital IR presence and ambient light sensor, perfect for rapid prototyping. This breakout board features dual Qwiic connectors, allowing seamless integration with the Qwiic Connect System, making your projects faster and more straightforward.
Key Features
- Digital proximity sensor with no dead zone, ensuring accurate detection.
- Offers a qualitative detection range of up to 20cm, suitable for various sensing applications.
- Built-in ambient light sensor for added functionality.
- Flexible communication options via dual Qwiic connectors or I2C pins, enhancing compatibility with different setups.
- Operating voltage of 3.3V ensures energy efficiency, making it ideal for battery-powered projects.
Additional Information
- The I2C interface address is hardware-defined as 0x60, meaning a multiplexer is required to connect multiple VCNL4040 sensors to a single bus.
- The compact dimensions of 25.4x25.4mm make it suitable for projects where space is a constraint.
Typical Applications
This sensor is particularly useful in projects requiring presence detection or ambient light measurement, such as smart lighting systems, interactive displays, or robotics. Its ease of use and flexibility make it a great choice for hobbyists and professionals alike.
Specifications
- Board Type: Breakout board
- Sensor Type: Digital IR proximity and ambient light sensor
- Detection Range: Up to 20cm (qualitative)
- Communication: Dual Qwiic connectors or I2C pins
- I2C Address: 0x60 (hardware-defined)
- Operating Voltage: 3.3V
- Board Dimensions: 25.4x25.4mm
- Contents: Qwiic sensor board only
With the SparkFun Qwiic Distance Sensor Board, VCNL4040, you can easily add proximity and ambient light sensing to
- Smart lighting systems
- Interactive displays
- Robotics
- Presence detection projects
- Digital proximity sensor with no dead zone
- Detection range: Up to 20cm (qualitative)
- Built-in ambient light sensor
- Communication: Dual Qwiic connectors or I2C pins
- I2C Interface address: 0x60 (hardware-defined)
- Operating voltage: 3.3V
- Board dimensions: 25.4x25.4mm
- Contents: Qwiic sensor board only
- Warning: Requires a multiplexer to connect multiple VCNL4040 sensors to a single bus
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