{"product_id":"tcrt5000l-5-channel-infrared-tracking-sensor-module","title":"TCRT5000L 5-Channel Infrared Tracking Sensor Module","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTCRT5000L 5 Channel Tracking Sensor Module\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TCRT5000L 5 Channel Tracking Sensor Module provides five independent reflective infrared sensors for precise line detection and edge sensing. Each channel uses a TCRT5000 sensor that emits IR light and reads the reflected intensity, outputting a digital signal when a dark or light surface is encountered. This module is a core component for line-following robots, maze solvers, and automated guided vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensor type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTCRT5000 reflective IR (LED + phototransistor)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 independent sensor units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDigital (active low when reflection detected)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.3 V to 5 V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDetection distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 mm – 8 mm (sensitivity-adjustable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndicator LEDs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 red LEDs (one per channel) for output status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Can Build With This\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/kit-line-follower-robot\"\u003eA line follower robot that tracks black tape on a white floor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/kit-edge-detection-robot\"\u003eAn edge detection system to prevent a robot from falling off a table\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAn automated guided vehicle that navigates factory floor lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/kit-maze-solving-robot\"\u003eA maze-solving robot using IR line sensing for path decisions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorks directly with all 3.3 V and 5 V logic microcontrollers, including Arduino Uno, Mega, Nano, ESP32, and STM32 boards. For Raspberry Pi, use voltage level shifters on the data pins if using 3.3 V GPIO. The module is typically paired with motor driver boards (L298N, L293D) and DC motors for robot movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWiring Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect VCC to 5 V (or 3.3 V), GND to ground, and each OUT1–OUT5 pin to a digital input on your microcontroller. The output goes HIGH on a reflective surface (like white) and LOW on a dark surface (like black tape). Adjust the five onboard potentiometers to fine‑tune the detection threshold for your specific surface and ambient light conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Compoden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery component is sourced from verified suppliers and tested for compatibility before listing. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. Ships from Bengaluru in 3-5 days. If defective on arrival, replace within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this compatible with Arduino?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the module works directly with any Arduino board. Connect VCC to 5V, GND to GND, and each OUT pin to a digital I\/O pin. The sensors output 0 V (LOW) over dark lines and 5 V (HIGH) over light surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do I adjust the sensitivity?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach sensor channel has a small potentiometer. Turn clockwise to increase sensitivity (detect darker or farther surfaces), counterclockwise to decrease it. Place the module over a sample surface while adjusting until the corresponding LED reliably toggles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan it detect a black line on a white background?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, this module is specifically designed for line tracking. The TCRT5000 infrared sensors see high reflection from white and low reflection from black, turning on or off the digital output based on the threshold set by the potentiometer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compoden-handoff\" style=\"margin-top:24px;padding:16px;background:#f0f4ff;border-left:4px solid #2B4D8F;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px 0;font-weight:600;color:#1A3560;\"\u003e📦 Free Setup Handoff Document Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:0.95em;color:#333;\"\u003eEvery Compoden order includes a free setup handoff document — step-by-step instructions to get your component working within minutes. Download it via QR code on your package. 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