The TCS34725 module features a high-sensitivity RGB and clear light sensor with an integrated IR-blocking filter and white LED. It provides precise color measurements via I²C, making it ideal for color sorting, ambient light detection, and display calibration in embedded systems.

Specifications

• Sensor Chip: TCS34725 (RGB + Clear photodiodes with IR filter)
• Interface: I²C (SDA/SCL)
• Operating Voltage: 3.3 V to 5 V DC
• Current Consumption: 0.2 mA (standby) to ~60 mA (active with LED)
• Detectable Colors: Red, Green, Blue, Clear (ambient light)
• Integration Time: Programmable (2.4 ms to 700 ms)
• Output Type: 16-bit digital values via I²C
• White LED: Integrated, controlled via onboard transistor or external pin
• IR Blocking Filter: Yes (improves color accuracy)
• Interrupt Pin: Optional threshold-based output

Features

• High-accuracy RGB color detection with ambient light compensation
• Integrated white LED for consistent illumination
• IR-blocking filter for improved color fidelity
• I²C interface for easy integration with Arduino, ESP32, STM32, etc.
• Programmable interrupt for threshold-based color events
• Ideal for color sorting, display calibration, and ambient light sensing
• Common use cases:
  • Object color recognition in robotics
  • Smart lighting and screen ambiance control
  • Fruit ripeness detection and packaging sorters
  • DIY colorimeter and educational kit