Generic GY-31 TCS3200 Color Sensor Module - Programmable RGB Light-to-Frequency Converter
The GY-31 TCS3200 Color Sensor Module is a programmable RGB light-to-frequency converter compatible with 3.3V and 5V logic systems, including Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and other microcontrollers. It provides a direct digital frequency output proportional to light intensity for accurate color detection and sorting applications.
Features
- Programmable TCS3200 CMOS IC for high-resolution color and light intensity to frequency conversion.
- Wide 2.7V to 5.5V operating voltage range compatible with 3.3V and 5V microcontroller systems.
- Direct digital square wave output with frequency proportional to irradiance, simplifying ADC interfacing.
- Stable performance across a -40°C to 80°C range with a low 200 ppm/°C temperature coefficient.
- Compact 33mm x 33mm module format with integrated photodiode array for RGB and clear light sensing.
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The GY-31 module integrates the TCS3200 monolithic CMOS IC, which combines configurable silicon photodiodes and a current-to-frequency converter. The sensor’s output is a square wave with a 50% duty cycle, where the frequency is directly proportional to the intensity of the incident light filtered through its red, green, blue, and clear channels. This digital output scheme eliminates the need for an external analog-to-digital converter, providing noise-immune communication with host processors.
Engineered for stable operation, the module features a low non-linearity error of 0.2% (typical at 50kHz) and includes a power-down feature for reduced energy consumption in battery-powered applications. Its robust design ensures reliable performance in environments with significant temperature fluctuations, making it suitable for embedded color sensing tasks in industrial, educational, and prototyping contexts.
Additional Information
| Weight | 0.01 kg |
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| Dimensions | 3.3 × 3.3 cm |
