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Add Infrared Detection to Your Next Project

The IR Infrared Receiver HS0038B is an infrared proximity sensor designed for presence sensing, short-range detection, and touchless automation. It is a practical fit for makers, students, and engineers who want reliable sensor data in embedded builds.

Key details include Interface: UART.

Important: Infrared and optical readings change with target color, surface finish, distance, and strong ambient light. Test with your real target before final mounting.

Why you’ll love it

  • Internal filter: Internal filter for PCM frequency
  • Easy wiring: UART
  • Maker-friendly build: Easy to use in prototypes, classroom projects, and custom electronics
  • Common controller support: Works well with Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, and similar boards
  • Project-ready sensing: light logging, optical switching, line tracking, and brightness-aware projects

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What you can build

This sensor is a good fit for touchless dispensers, object counters, door triggers, small robots, and presence alarms.

Starter bundles

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

Recommended add-ons

Useful add-ons include USB-to-serial tools, level-safe controllers, displays, and data loggers, depending on how you plan to power, mount, and log the sensor.

Technical specifications

Product IR Infrared Receiver HS0038B
Interface UART
Category optical light imaging photon sensors

Wiring & usage notes

Connect power and ground, then wire TX and RX to a serial-capable controller at the correct logic level and baud rate. Infrared and optical readings change with target color, surface finish, distance, and strong ambient light. Test with your real target before final mounting.

What’s in the box

1 × IR Infrared Receiver HS0038B

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the IR Infrared Receiver HS0038B measure? It is designed to measure nearby objects, remote IR signals, or motion.
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 UART sensor? This version uses UART or serial output, so you connect power plus TX and RX at the correct logic level.
Does it need calibration? Yes. Chemical and gas sensors usually need warm-up time, calibration, and periodic checking if you want stable readings.
Is it good for prototyping? Yes. It is a practical choice for learning, proof-of-concept builds, and small automation projects.

IR Infrared Receiver HS0038B - 38kHz Receiver IC

IR Infrared Receiver HS0038B - 38kHz Receiver IC

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