{"product_id":"tcs3200-color-sensor-module-rgb-color-detection","title":"TCS3200 Color Sensor Module – RGB Color Detection","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTCS3200 Color Sensor Module – RGB and White Light Detection\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe TCS3200 color sensor module detects RGB colors and white light intensity using an array of photodiodes and a programmable frequency output. It is ideal for color sorting systems, display calibration, and object recognition projects. With built-in white LEDs for illumination and a simple digital interface, it integrates easily with microcontrollers like Arduino.\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 Chip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTCS3200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.7V – 5.5V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency proportional to light intensity (square wave)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDetection Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 mm typical (with LED illumination)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28 mm x 25 mm x 9 mm (approx)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8-pin header (VCC, GND, S0, S1, S2, S3, OUT, LED)\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\/arduino-color-sorting-kit-tcs3200-servo-machine-for-kids\"\u003eColor sorting machine for M\u0026amp;Ms, LEGO bricks, or fruits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRGB color scanner for matching paint or textile colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAutomatic white balance calibration for camera projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInteractive art installations that react to colored objects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis module works with any microcontroller that can measure frequency or pulse width, including Arduino Uno, Nano, Mega, ESP8266, ESP32, and Raspberry Pi Pico. It operates at 3.3V or 5V logic levels. Pair it with a motor driver to build a sorting conveyor, or with an LCD to display detected colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWiring Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect VCC to 5V, GND to ground. Use S0 and S1 to set output frequency scaling (e.g., HIGH-HIGH for 100%). S2 and S3 select photodiode type (red, green, blue, clear). Connect OUT to a digital input pin on your microcontroller and measure frequency or pulse width. Use a 10kΩ pull-up if needed. Current consumption is under 2mA, so no external driver required.\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 Uno?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the TCS3200 works directly with Arduino Uno. Connect OUT to a digital pin and use the pulseIn() function to measure the output frequency. Libraries like MD_TCS230 make color reading straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow accurate is the color detection?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sensor provides 8-bit resolution per RGB channel, suitable for distinguishing distinct colors. For precise color matching, calibrate against known samples and use averaging in software to reduce noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes it work in bright ambient light?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe built-in white LEDs are designed to dominate over ambient light at close range, but for best results, shield the sensor from direct sunlight. The clear photodiode channel can also measure ambient light for compensation.\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. The handoff document is also trained to help you troubleshoot the majority of problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Compoden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53444958257517,"sku":"CDN-0318","price":370.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/3997\/5533\/files\/image_1_600133e6-5a7a-49d0-8e79-e3372fac6b12.jpg?v=1781512442","url":"https:\/\/compoden.com\/products\/tcs3200-color-sensor-module-rgb-color-detection","provider":"Compoden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}