Cytron Maker Object – Digital IR Proximity Sensor

The Cytron Maker Object is a compact digital IR proximity sensor designed for beginners, hobbyists, and robot builders who need reliable object detection or obstacle sensing in their projects. Engineered with a 38kHz modulated IR signal, the Cytron sensor remains immune to ambient light, ensuring stable readings in both indoor and outdoor environments.

Its active-low NPN output, internal pull-up resistor, and easy plug-and-play interface make it ideal for robotics, automation, and DIY electronics projects where simplicity and accuracy matter.

Despite its tiny form factor, the Cytron Maker Object IR sensor offers impressive sensing capability with an adjustable detection range: 15–60 cm for dark surfaces and 40–140 cm for light surfaces. The 90-degree header design allows effortless mounting on PCBs, breadboards, or compact robots such as mini sumo bots.

Whether you’re building an obstacle-avoidance robot, an automatic gate safety sensor, a parking occupancy counter, or an entrance detection system, the Cytron Maker Object delivers dependable performance in a small, beginner-friendly package.

Features:

• Cytron’s compact digital IR proximity sensor designed for easy object and obstacle detection.
• 38kHz modulated IR signal provides strong immunity to ambient light interference.
• Active-low NPN output with internal pull-up resistor for direct microcontroller compatibility.
• Adjustable sensing range optimized for different surface colors: 15–60cm (black), 40–140cm (white).
• Breadboard-friendly design with a 90-degree pin header for effortless mounting on robots or PCBs.
• Ideal for mini robots, sumo bots, automation setups, safety systems, and DIY electronics.