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Measure Light and Optical Changes with a Compact Sensor

The Flame Analog Sensor Gravity is a light sensor with analog output designed for light logging, optical switching, line tracking, and brightness-aware projects. It is a practical fit for makers, students, and engineers who want reliable sensor data in embedded builds.

Key details include Detection range: 20cm (4.8V) ~ 100cm (1V); Supply Voltage: 3.3V to 5V; Interface: Analog.

Why you’ll love it

  • Wide voltage range from 3.3V to 5V: Wide voltage range from 3.3V to 5V
  • Key feature: Easily recognitive interfaces of sensors ("A" for analog and "D" for digital)
  • High quality connector: High quality connector
  • Easy wiring: Analog
  • Sensing range: 20cm (4.8V) ~ 100cm (1V)
  • Power range: 3.3V to 5V

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What you can build

This sensor is a good fit for automatic brightness control, line followers, light meters, UV monitors, flame detection, and optical encoders.

Starter bundles

Pair it with an Arduino-compatible board, ESP32, or Raspberry Pi, plus a breadboard and jumper wires for quick setup and testing.

Recommended add-ons

Useful add-ons include breadboards, jumper wires, displays, enclosures, and logging modules, depending on how you plan to power, mount, and log the sensor.

Technical specifications

Product Flame Analog Sensor Gravity
Interface Analog
Detection range 20cm (4.8V) ~ 100cm (1V)
Supply Voltage 3.3V to 5V
Size 22x30mm (0.87x1.18in)
Responsive time 15us
Rang of Spectral Bandwidth 760nm to 1100nm
Category optical light imaging photon sensors

Wiring & usage notes

Many modules in this style expose both analog and digital pins. Use the analog pin for raw readings and the digital pin for threshold-based switching, if available.

What’s in the box

1 × Flame Analog Sensor Gravity

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Flame Analog Sensor Gravity measure? It is designed to measure light, color, or optical changes.
Can I use it with Arduino, ESP32, or Raspberry Pi? Yes. It is well suited for common maker and embedded platforms, as long as you power it at the correct voltage and match the signal level to your controller.
How do I connect this Analog and digital sensor? This module may provide both analog and digital outputs, depending on how you wire and read it.
What affects accuracy? Power quality, wiring, mounting, target material, and the real environment can all affect the reading. It is best to test and calibrate in the final setup.
Is it good for prototyping? Yes. It is a practical choice for learning, proof-of-concept builds, and small automation projects.

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