Position Sensors
https://www.electronics-lab.com/article/position-sensors/
Introduction In this article, we will look at a variety of devices that fall under the category of Input Devices and are consequently referred to as “Sensors,” with a focus on Position sensors. The Position Sensor, as its name suggests, detects the position of objects, indicating that they are either referred to or from a […]
Azoteq IQS227D Capacitive Proximity & Touch Controller
https://www.electronics-lab.com/azoteq-iqs227d-capacitive-proximity-touch-controller/
Azoteq IQS227D Single-Channel Capacitive Proximity and Touch Controllers are fully integrated self-capacitive sensors with dual outputs (touch and proximity outputs). Azoteq IQS227D is sub-5μA in low-power mode while sensing proximity and offers advanced on-chip digital signal processing. These sensors serve a wide variety of applications, including LCD/plasma/LED TVs, GSM cellular phones, LED flashlights, office equipment, […]
New VCNL36826S For Hand-Held Equipment Where Miniature Size Is Critical
https://www.electronics-lab.com/new-vcnl36826s-for-hand-held-equipment-where-miniature-size-is-critical/
Vishay VCNL36826S VCSEL Integrated Proximity Sensor combines a high-power vertical-cavity surface-emitting laser (VCSEL), a photodiode for proximity measurement, and a signal processing IC in a single package with a 12-bit ADC. The device provides proximity sensing to minimize accidental touch inputs. With a range up to 20cm (7.9″), this stand-alone component simplifies the use and […]
ams TMD3719 Proximity Sensors features ambient light and color (RGB) sensing
https://www.electronics-lab.com/ams-tmd3719-proximity-sensors-features-ambient-light-and-color-rgb-sensing/
ams TMD3719 Proximity Sensors feature ambient light and color (RGB) sensing, flicker detection, and proximity detection. The ambient light and color sensing function provide six concurrent ambient light sensing channels like red, green, blue, clear, leakage, and wideband. These proximity sensors integrate three IR VCSELs and an advanced VCSEL driver. The TMD3719 sensors integrate direct detection of […]
Vishay VCNL4035X01 fully integrated proximity and ambient light sensor
https://www.electronics-lab.com/vishay-vcnl4035x01-fully-integrated-proximity-and-ambient-light-sensor/
Vishay introduces a new fully integrated Automotive Grade proximity and ambient light sensor for gesture recognition Vishay introduces a new fully integrated Automotive Grade proximity and ambient light sensor for gesture recognition. Featuring Filtron™ technology, the Vishay Semiconductors VCNL4035X01 combines photo-detectors for proximity and ambient light, a signal conditioning IC, a 16-bit ADC, and a driver for […]
Vishay’s New Automotive Grade Proximity Sensors Deliver High Resolution Up to 20 µm for Force Sensing
https://www.electronics-lab.com/vishays-new-automotive-grade-proximity-sensors-deliver-high-resolution-up-to-20-%c2%b5m-for-force-sensing/
The Optoelectronics group of Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. today introduced two new fully integrated Automotive Grade proximity sensors with high resolution up to 20 µm for force sensing applications. They each combine a photodiode, amplifier, and ADC circuitry in a 4 mm by 2.36 mm surface-mount package with a low 0.75 mm profile. The VCNL3030X01 features […]
Proximity Distance Sensor using DRV5053 Hall effect Sensor
https://www.electronics-lab.com/proximity-distance-sensor-using-drv5053-hall-effect-sensor/
This is a hall sensor proximity sensor that can detect magnetic targets approaching the sensor, without physical contact with the target. This sensor also can be used to detect the distance range 0-4cm (0-40mm). The target distance can be adjusted using the onboard trimmer potentiometer. The project is built around DRV5053 magnetic field sensor and […]
Arduino Nano 33 BLE Sense
https://www.electronics-lab.com/arduino-nano-33-ble-sense/
Arduino Nano 33 BLE Sense is one of the newest Arduino boards and packs many features and sensors. It’s Small, powerful, BT connected and with all the sensors you may need to design innovative applications. It’s a compact and reliable Nano board that is built around the NINA B306 module for BLE and Bluetooth 5 […]
AMS AG TCS3701 color and proximity sensor
https://www.electronics-lab.com/ams-ag-tcs3701-color-proximity-sensor/
The TCS3701 is a very-high sensitivity light-to-digital converter The TCS3701 is a very-high sensitivity light-to-digital converter that features ambient light and color (RGB) sensing in parallel with IR proximity detection. The Ambient light and color sensing function provides five concurrent ambient light sensing channels: Red, Green, Blue, Clear, and Wideband. Features Ultra-high ALS and color […]
Vishay Intertechnology’s New Cost-Effective Proximity Sensor Provides Sensing Distance Up to 30 cm
https://www.electronics-lab.com/vishay-intertechnologys-new-cost-effective-proximity-sensor-provides-sensing-distance-30-cm/
The Optoelectronics group of Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today introduced a new proximity sensor that offers a sensing distance of up to 30 cm. Combining an IR emitter, photo detectors for proximity, amplifiers, and ADC circuitry into a single package, the Vishay Semiconductors VCNL3040 features a programmable interrupt function and supports the I²C bus […]