Description
Description
Reflective Optical Sensor CNY70 Transistor Output
The CNY70 is a reflective sensor that includes an infrared emitter and phototransistor in a leaded package with a daylight blocking filter.
These work great as close-range proximity sensors, tachometers, or line following sensors.
PRODUCT CONTENTS:
- 1 CNY70 Reflective Optical Sensor
SPECIFICATIONS:
Emitter | |
Emitter Wavelength | 950nm |
Forward Current (Max) | 50mA |
Forward Voltage | 1.25-1.6V |
Power Dissipation | 100mW |
Detector | |
Detector Type | Phototransistor |
Filter | Daylight Blocking |
Collector Current (Max) | 50mA |
Power Dissipation | 100mW |
Dimensions (Excluding Pins) | |
Length | 7mm (0.3″) |
Width | 7mm (0.3″) |
Height | 6mm (0.24″) |
WEIGHT | 0.4g (0.02oz) |
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PINOUT

RESOURCES:
- CNY70 Datasheet
- CNY70 Library (Arduino Forums)
- CNY70 Tachometer example for Energia, instructions included for use with Arduino (from Frank Milburn)
- CNY70 Proximity Switch example for Energia, instructions included for use with Arduino (from Frank Milburn)
Package Includes
1pc x CNY70 Reflective Photoelectric Switch
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