SparkFun RedBot Sensor - Line Follower

The SparkFun RedBot Sensor - Line Follower is a fantastic addition to your RedBot that equips your robot with the ability to detect lines or nearby objects. This sensor operates by identifying reflected light from its in-built infrared LED. It measures the amount of reflected infrared light, allowing it to detect transitions from light to dark (lines) or even objects directly in front of it.The Line Follower sensor comes with a 3-pin header which effortlessly connects to the RedBot Mainboard via female to female jumper wires. With the RedBot library included, you can easily program your robot to detect lines or objects. The sensor also features a mounting hole for easy attachment to the front or back of your robot chassis.Explore more with the entire RedBot family of products!Features:

* Operating voltage of 5VDC * Mounting hole for easy attachment * Supply current of 25mA * Optimal sensing distance of 3mm * Dimensions: 8.22 x 30.14 mm Documents:

* Schematic * Eagle Files * Datasheet (QRE1113GR) * RedBot Experiment Guide * RedBot Shadow Chassis Assembly Guide * RedBot Arduino Library * GitHub * Product Video With the SparkFun RedBot Sensor - Line Follower, your robot can now have an enhanced sensing capability. This sensor not only allows your robot to detect lines but also helps it to identify nearby objects. It is perfect for those who wish to take their robotics projects to the next level. With its easy installation and user-friendly library, you can start experimenting with different applications in no time.