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PIR Movement Sensor Board

Sensors & Modules › Motion & Proximity
Interface ['digital_gpio'] Qwiic No
The PIR Movement Sensor Board detects motion within 5 meters and a 100-degree angle, ideal for security and automation projects.

A PIR (passive infrared) motion sensor is a device that detects physical movement within its field of vision by sensing changes in infrared radiation. This sensor works on the principle of detecting thermal signals emitted by objects, mainly warm-blooded creatures like humans. The "passive" in the name refers to the fact that the sensor itself does not emit or radiate any energy for detection.

Easily connects to Dasduino/Arduino via digital pin. When it detects movement, it sets the output digital pin to HIGH. The angle that the sensor "sees" is 100 degrees and reaches up to 5 meters. It has a potentiometer for delay (how often to check for movement).

It is often used in a variety of applications, including home security systems, automatic lighting, and energy management, among others.

  • Voltage: 2.7-12V
  • Delay: 2s
  • Sensing range: angle up to 100 degrees, 3-5 meters
  • Dimensions: 38 x 22 mm / 1.5 x 0.9 inch

Interface

Interface Digital Gpio
Qwiic Compatible No
Breadboard Compatible Yes

Measurement

Measurement Types Motion
Measurement Range 3 to 5 m, detection angle up to 100 degrees

Power

Supply Voltage Min V 2.7
Supply Voltage Max V 12

Other

Ic Part Number AM312
Start Here
1
Connect

Wire up to your microcontroller via ['digital_gpio'].

2
Install the library

Add the Soldered library for your language (below).

3
Run an example

Open the get-started example and read your first value.

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What's in the Box
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PIR Movement Sensor Board (main product) 333083
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Header pins (unsoldered)
Header pins included for all breadboard-compatible pins
Pinout
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