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ARENTI

ARENTI TCS230 TCS3200 Color Sensor Module 2 in 1 Accessory

SKU CH-B7BK-K2T0D

Two TCS230/TCS3200 colour-recognition modules with four LEDs operate at 3 V–5 V and detect within 10 mm

  • Operates from 3V to 5V for broad MCU compatibility
  • Best detection range of 10mm for close-range colour sensing
  • High-resolution light-to-frequency conversion for precise colour data
  • Programmable colour and full-scale output frequency for flexible integration
  • Two modules included with 2.54mm pin spacing for breadboard use

Two sensor boards for Arduino colour detection

This pack contains two TCS230 TCS3200 modules that convert light intensity into a frequency signal readable by a microcontroller. Each board operates from 3 V to 5 V and includes four onboard LEDs for illumination. The PCB measures approximately 1.2 by 0.95 inch and weighs 4 g.

Makers prototyping colour-sorting

The modules suit hobbyists and students building Arduino-based rigs that need to distinguish colours at close range. Builders who require calibrated spectral data, long-distance sensing or industrial-grade repeatability should look at dedicated spectrometers instead.

Best detection distance of 10 mm

Reliable colour recognition is specified at a 10 mm range, so the sensor must be positioned very close to the target surface. If the application demands readings from further away, this module will not meet the requirement.

Highlights

  • Operates from 3V to 5V for broad MCU compatibility
  • Best detection range of 10mm for close-range colour sensing
  • High-resolution light-to-frequency conversion for precise colour data
  • Programmable colour and full-scale output frequency for flexible integration
  • Two modules included with 2.54mm pin spacing for breadboard use

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How do I wire the TCS230 TCS3200 module to an Arduino and which step is often missed?

Connect VCC to 3V–5V, GND to ground, and S0–S3 plus OUT to digital pins; the step often missed is setting the S0/S1 frequency-scaling jumpers before powering up.

What part of the TCS230 TCS3200 sensor will need replacement after long-term use?

The four on-board white LEDs that illuminate the target can dim over time; when colour readings drift, replace the module since the LEDs are not user-serviceable.

At what distance does the TCS230 TCS3200 module lose reliable colour detection?

The supplier states a best detection range of 10 mm; beyond that distance the frequency output becomes too weak for consistent colour discrimination.

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