Sharp GP2D12 Detector Package
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Part Number:R48-IR12
Price:$12.50
Weight:0.04 lbs

This sensor takes a continuous distance reading and returns a corresponding analog voltage with a range of 10cm (4") to 80cm (30"). The sensor package includes a JST 3-pin connector, three pre-crimped wires, and a booklet with detailed information and examples.

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Absolute Max Ratings

Parameter Symbol Rating Unit Remarks
Supply Voltage VCC -0.3 to +7 V  
Output Terminal Voltage VO -0.3 to VCC+0.3 V  
Operating Tempurature Topr -10 to +60 °C  
Storage Tempurature Tstg -40 to +70 °C  

Operating Supply Voltage

Parameter Symbol Rating Unit Remark
Operating Supply Voltage VCC 4.5 to 5.5 V  

Electro-Optical Characteristics

Parameter Symbol Conditions Min. Typ. Max. Unit
Measuring distance range delta L *1 10 - 80 cm
Output Terminal Voltage VO L = 80 cm *1 0.25 0.4 0.55 V
Output voltage difference delta VO Output change at L change (80 cm -> 10 cm) *1 1.75 2.0 2.25 V
Average supply current Icc L = 80 cm, *1 - 33 50 mA
L: Distance to reflected object
*1 Using reflected object: White paper (Made by Kodak Co. Ltd. gray cards
      R-27, white face, reflective ratio: 90%)

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IGIS 3D CAD Model of Sharp GP2D12
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Sharp Datasheet in PDF format
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Sharp Sensor Comparison Guide in PDF format
 

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