TCS3200 Color Recognition Sensor Module

The TCS3200 Color Recognition Sensor Module is a high-resolution RGB colour sensor that detects light intensity through an 8×8 photodiode array covered by red, green, blue, and clear filters, producing a frequency output signal proportional to detected light intensity, and operating from 2.7V to 5.5V DC. The tcs3200 color sensor uses two digital control pins (S2 and S3) to select which of the four photodiode filter types is active, and reads the result on the OUT pin as a square wave whose frequency varies with the intensity of light passing through the selected filter.

The colour detection sensor workflow involves selecting each filter (Red, Green, Blue, Clear) in sequence using S2/S3, and for each selection, measuring the OUT pin frequency using Arduino’s pulseIn() or a frequency counting library — three readings (R, G, B) combine to form the detected colour’s RGB value. The color sensor arduino library handles filter selection and frequency-to-colour conversion, with two additional control pins (S0/S1) setting the output frequency scaling for different ambient light conditions. The Color Recognition Sensor onboard white LEDs illuminate the target surface for consistent readings.

Robotics developers and learners use the color sensor arduino setup for sorting machines and colour-based robot navigation. Connect the four digital output pins and S0–S3 filter selection pins to Arduino Uno or ESP32. Set the filter pins, then count the output frequency to identify colours. StemVolt provides sensors with trusted quality, ensuring reliable performance and easy usability.

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Features:

• 8×8 photodiode array with RGB and clear filters for colour detection
• S2/S3 pins select active filter, OUT pin gives frequency
• 2.7V to 5.5V wide voltage range for Arduino and ESP32
• S0/S1 pins scale output frequency for different lighting conditions
• Onboard white LEDs illuminate target for consistent colour readings

Technical Specifications:

 Applications:

• TCS3200 Sensor used for Arduino colour sorting conveyor build project
• College project uses tcs3200 color sensor for object colour identification demo
• Robot uses colour detection sensor for line colour recognition build
• Sorting machine uses color sensor arduino for India product classification
• STEM kit uses Color Recognition Sensor for RGB detection learning demo

Package Includes:

• 1 x TCS3200 Color Recognition Sensor Module