DIYables TCS3200D TCS230 Color Recognition Sensor Module RGB Detector for Arduino ESP32 Raspberry Pi, Presoldered
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Quick Overview
The DIYables TCS3200D TCS230 Color Recognition Sensor Module is a high-precision RGB detector that uses an imported TCS3200 TCS230 chip with an 8x8 photodiode array. This advanced sensor includes red, green, blue, and clear filters enabling accurate color measurement for Arduino, ESP32, ESP8266, and Raspberry Pi projects. The module converts light intensity to a square wave frequency output with full-scale frequency control through onboard selector pins.
This presoldered module features a gold-plated PCB with built-in white LED illumination for reliable detection of non-luminous objects. The digital input and output signals provide simple microcontroller interface compatibility with direct logic level connection. Operating on 3 to 5V power supply with anti-interference performance, the compact 33mm x 25mm design is ready to use out of the box.
Perfect for DIY electronics projects requiring color detection, object sorting systems, color matching applications, and automated quality control. The module's programmable color light-to-frequency converter provides 50% duty cycle square wave output with frequency directly proportional to light intensity. Ideal for hobbyists and professionals working with Arduino, ESP32, ESP8266, Raspberry Pi, and other microcontroller platforms.
Key Features
- High Accuracy Color Detection — Uses TCS3200 TCS230 imported chip with 8x8 photodiode array including red, green, blue and clear filters for precise RGB color measurement
- Light to Frequency Output — Provides square wave output with frequency proportional to light intensity and supports full scale frequency control through onboard selector pins
- Easy Microcontroller Interface — Digital input and output signals allow simple connection to Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi and other MCU boards with direct logic compatibility
- Built-in White LED Illumination — Includes controllable onboard white LEDs enabling reliable detection of non-luminous objects and consistent results under different ambient conditions
- Ready to Use Design — Presoldered module with gold plated PCB, 3 to 5V power supply, anti-interference performance and compact 33mm x 25mm size for DIY electronics projects
- Programmable Color Converter — TCS3200 and TCS3210 programmable color light-to-frequency converters combine configurable silicon photodiodes and current-to-frequency converter on single monolithic CMOS integrated circuit
- 50% Duty Cycle Output — Square wave output with 50% duty cycle and frequency directly proportional to light intensity (irradiance) for reliable measurements
- Scalable Output Frequency — Full-scale output frequency can be scaled by one of three preset values via two control input pins for flexible applications
- Multiple Unit Support — Output enable (OE) places output in high-impedance state for multiple-unit sharing of microcontroller input line
- 16x4 Photodiode Array — 8x8 array with 16 blue-filtered, 16 green-filtered, 16 red-filtered, and 16 clear (no filter) photodiodes for comprehensive color detection
- Wide Compatibility — Works with Arduino, ESP32, ESP8266, Raspberry Pi, and other microcontrollers
- Tutorial Support — Comprehensive tutorials for Arduino, ESP32, ESP8266, and Raspberry Pi
- Versatile Applications — Perfect for color sorting, RGB measurement, object detection, color matching, and quality control projects
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SPECIFICATION
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Color Recognition Sensor Module RGB Detector |
| Model/Chip | TCS3200D TCS230 |
| Photodiode Array | 8 x 8 (64 photodiodes total) |
| Color Filters | 16 Red, 16 Green, 16 Blue, 16 Clear (no filter) |
| Output Type | Digital Square Wave (50% duty cycle) |
| Output Frequency | Proportional to light intensity |
| Frequency Scaling | 3 preset values via control pins |
| Operating Voltage | 3 to 5 V DC |
| Interface | Digital I/O |
| LED Illumination | Built-in white LEDs (controllable) |
| Output Enable | High-impedance state support for multi-unit sharing |
| PCB Finish | Gold plated |
| Anti-Interference | Yes |
| Dimensions | 33mm x 25mm (approx.) |
| Condition | Presoldered, ready to use |
| Package Quantity | 1 piece |
| Compatibility | Arduino, ESP32, ESP8266, Raspberry Pi, Arduino Nano ESP32, Arduino Uno R4, and other microcontrollers |
| Applications | Color detection, RGB measurement, color sorting, object recognition, color matching, quality control, DIY electronics projects |
Tutorials
- Arduino - Color Sensor TCS3200 tutorial
- Arduino Uno R4 - Color Sensor TCS3200 tutorial
- Arduino Nano - Color Sensor TCS3200 tutorial
- Arduino Nano ESP32 - Color Sensor TCS3200 tutorial
- ESP32 - Color Sensor TCS3200 tutorial
- ESP32 MicroPython - Color Sensor TCS3200 tutorial
- ESP8266 - Color Sensor TCS3200 tutorial
- Raspberry Pi - Color Sensor TCS3200 tutorial
- Raspberry Pi Pico - Color Sensor TCS3200 tutorial
COMPATIBLE HARDWARE
- Arduino boards (UNO, Mega, Nano, etc.) — Digital I/O connection with 5V or 3.3V logic
- Arduino Uno R4 WiFi/Minima — Direct digital pin connection
- ESP32 development boards — 3.3V digital I/O compatible
- ESP8266 boards (NodeMCU, Wemos D1, etc.) — 3.3V digital I/O compatible
- Raspberry Pi (all models) — GPIO digital pin connection
- Raspberry Pi Pico — Digital I/O with 3.3V logic
- Arduino Nano ESP32 — Direct digital pin connection
- Any microcontroller with digital I/O — 3 to 5V power supply compatible
- Color sorting systems — Automated object classification by color
- Quality control systems — Product color verification and inspection