{"title":"Sensors - Light \u0026 Color","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"colorpal-color-sensor","title":"ColorPAL Color Sensor","description":"\u003ch5 class=\"ui-accordion-header ui-helper-reset ui-state-default ui-state-active ui-corner-top ui-state-hover\" role=\"tab\"\u003eColorPAL Overview:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"overview\" class=\"tabbed overview ui-accordion-content ui-helper-reset ui-widget-content ui-corner-bottom ui-accordion-content-active\" role=\"tabpanel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ColorPAL is a miniature color and light sensor which, through its RGB LED, doubles as a color generator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor sensing color, the ColorPAL uses its LED to illuminate a sample, one color component at a time, along with a broad-spectrum light-to-voltage converter to measure the light reflected back. The amount of light reflected from the sample under illumination from each red, green, and blue LED can be used to determine the sample’s color. The ColorPAL works with non-fluorescent reflective surfaces, preferably those in contact with its light shroud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan class=\"forte\"\u003eColorPAL Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetects a full range of colors, and outputs data as RGB (Red\/Green\/Blue) components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupported by BlocklyProp blocks and Propeller C libraries, as well as BASIC Stamp and Arduino code\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetects broad-spectrum ambient light with sensitivity down to 44µW\/cm2 per lsb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenerates 24-bit color using the onboard RGB LED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlugs into 3-pin headers (with optional cable) or wireless breadboards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-pin interface uses a simple serial protocol to define and initiate color detection and generation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ui-accordion-header ui-helper-reset ui-state-active ui-corner-top\" role=\"tab\"\u003eColorPAL Rev B Key Specifications:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"details\" class=\"tabbed details ui-accordion-content ui-helper-reset ui-widget-content ui-corner-bottom ui-accordion-content-active\" role=\"tabpanel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-tech\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor sensor IC: Rohm BH1680FVC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnboard microcontroller: ATTiny13A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal RGB response time: 62 ms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnboard EEPROM for saving custom color detection and generation programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutorun feature permits running a pre-designated EEPROM program with only a power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenerates 24-bit color using onboard RGB LED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower requirements: 5.0 VDC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunication: Asynchronous serial, open drain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 1.72 x 0.90 x 0.65 in (44 x 23 x 17 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rotforte\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ColorPAL Rev B began shipping in December 2021. See the ColorPAL Rev B Guide in the documentation archives for a specification comparison with Rev A and complete product details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional resources\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learn.parallax.com\/support\/reference\/propeller-blocklyprop-block-reference\/sensor\/colorpal\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBlocklyProp Block Reference\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learn.parallax.com\/tutorials\/language\/blocklyprop\/candy-sorter-blocklyprop-project\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCandy Sorter BlocklyProp Project\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/learn.parallax.com\/colorpal-arduino-demo\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eColorPAL Arduino Demo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53397217673525,"sku":"28380","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1015\/6307\/2821\/files\/a63936da-28380RevBa.jpg?v=1787781813"},{"product_id":"infrared-receiver-for-parallax-small-robots","title":"Infrared Receiver for Parallax Small Robots","description":"\u003ch5 class=\"ui-accordion-header ui-helper-reset ui-state-default ui-state-active ui-corner-top\" role=\"tab\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInfrared Receiver Overview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"overview\" class=\"tabbed overview ui-accordion-content ui-helper-reset ui-widget-content ui-corner-bottom ui-accordion-content-active\" role=\"tabpanel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInfrared receiver with 38 kHz carrier frequency, for use as a replacement part with the following small robot kits:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBASIC Stamp Boe-Bot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobot Shield Kit for Arduino\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePropeller ActivityBot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecyber:bot for micro:bit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo are included in this \u003ca href=\"\/products\/small-robot-electronics-pack\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSmall Robot Electronics Pack (\u003cspan\u003e572-28132)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parallax.com\/node\/317\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e that is compatible with all of our Parallax Small Robots.  It is also suitable for receiving infrared signals from our Universal Remote. For robotics navigation activities, we recommend purchasing replacements in pairs, since models supplied in kits may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eResource Links\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/learn.parallax.com\/propeller-c-simple-devices\/ir-receiver-and-remote\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIR Receiver and Remote Propeller C Tutorial\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/learn.parallax.com\/activitybot\/navigate-infrared-flashlights\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNavigate by Infrared Flashlights Tutorial for ActivityBot\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53397217870133,"sku":"350-00056","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1015\/6307\/2821\/files\/eae9c683-350-00039.png?v=1787781817"},{"product_id":"850nm-t1-3-4-phototransistor","title":"850NM T1 3\/4 Phototransistor","description":"\u003ch5 class=\"ui-accordion-header ui-helper-reset ui-state-default ui-state-active ui-corner-top\" role=\"tab\"\u003e850NM T1 3\/4 Phototransistor Overview:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"overview\" class=\"tabbed overview ui-accordion-content ui-helper-reset ui-widget-content ui-corner-bottom ui-accordion-content-active\" role=\"tabpanel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis phototransistor responds to visible light as well as the lower infrared range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile not a drop-in replacement for a CdS-cell photoresistor, this RoHS compliant phototransistor can be used in many similar circuits and applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan class=\"forte\"\u003e850NM T1 3\/4 Phototransistor Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetects light in the 450 to 1050 nm range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight intensity controls current\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to use with RC-time circuits and programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrough-hole package with clear plastic lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eResource Links\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/learn.parallax.com\/activitybot\/navigate-visible-light\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNavigate by Visible Light Tutorial for ActivityBot\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53397218001205,"sku":"350-00029","price":1.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1015\/6307\/2821\/files\/4b2b852e-350-00029.png?v=1787781816"}],"url":"https:\/\/shop.parallax.com\/collections\/sensors-light-color.oembed","provider":"Parallax Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}