Fc 51 Ir Sensor Datasheet Hot ^hot^ Jun 2026

The FC-51 is a popular, low-cost infrared proximity sensor used for obstacle detection in robotics. Specification 3.3V – 5.0V DC Operating Current ≥20is greater than or equal to 20 Detection Distance 2cm – 30cm (Adjustable via potentiometer) Detection Angle 35∘35 raised to the composed with power Output Type Digital signal (0 or 1) Output Level Low (0V) when obstacle detected; High (VCC) when clear IC Chip LM393 Comparator Pin Configuration VCC : External 3.3V-5V voltage. GND : External ground. OUT : Digital output interface (connects to MCU I/O). How it Works