These sensors use a variety of methods to measure distance and proximity. We carry reflectance sensors, inductive sensors, infrared beam-break sensors, mechanical bump sensors, time of flight range finders, and analog IR distance sensors to help your device understand the world around it.
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Ultrasonic Distance Transducer – HC-SR04
$3.95An ultrasonic sensor is an electronic device that measures distance or detects the presence of objects by emitting and receiving ultrasonic sound waves. This specific… -
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Ultrasonic Distance Transducer – HY-SRF05
$5.95Meet the HY-SRF05 – a longer range, more precise ultrasonic sensor. These sensors use a pulse of ultrasonic sound and listen for a response. Since… -
Infrared Proximity Switch – E18-D80NK
$9.95The E18-D80NK digital proximity sensor uses an infrared LED and receiver to determine the presence of an object within a specific distance. These make great… -
Ultrasonic Sensor Bracket
$0.95Ultrasonic sensors are a great addition to any robot, but how do you mount them? That is where this simple piece of laser cut acrylic… -
IR Break Beam Sensor – 5mm LED
$10.95Light PacketThis IR break beam sensor works by detecting an object breaking a beam of IR light. This particular sensor has a range of up to… -
Ultrasonic Distance Sensor – Weatherproof
$18.95With a weather resistant sensor housing, this ultrasonic distance sensor is very similar to those used on modern park assist modules in cars and ideal… -
Line Following Sensor Array
$8.95Light PacketThis line following sensor array uses 8 reflectance sensors to detect lines and edges based on changes in IR reflection. It is designed for short… -
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IR Analog Distance Sensor (4-30 cm)
$12.95This distance sensor uses infrared light to detect distances between 4 and 30cm away. The output is an analog signal ranging from approximately 2.7VDC at… -
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Inductive Proximity Sensor – 4mm
$8.95Inductive proximity sensors are a great way to precisely detect when a metal object is at a given distance. Since this is a non-contact sensor,…