{"product_id":"plug-in-ambient-light-sensor-module","title":"Plug-In Ambient Light Sensor Module","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"kitnology-product-copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake a compatible project respond when its surroundings become brighter or darker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFunctions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare changing light levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a threshold-based lighting response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore sensor readings through a simple program.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComponents \u0026amp; hardware\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne light-sensing module in its block-compatible housing with the selected module connection cable. Controller and expansion board are separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotosensitive measurement through a supported plug-in sensor interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sensing element changes its electrical response as light changes. The controller reads that value and compares it with a threshold to decide when to activate another output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKit type: Robot Sensor Module.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl and interfaces: Photosensitive measurement through a supported plug-in sensor interface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelected option: Light sensor only — expansion board excluded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelected configuration and described hardware: Light sensor only — expansion board excluded. One light-sensing module in its block-compatible housing with the selected module connection cable. Controller and expansion board are separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExact quantities and minor accessories should be checked against the supplier's packing list before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuggested skill level\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntermediate — check compatibility and wiring before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProject ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a dusk-triggered light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare daytime and nighttime readings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore you build\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eController and expansion board excluded. Match voltage, PH2.0 pinout and library. Calibrate for your environment; do not assume the output is an absolute lux measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eNeed help checking compatibility?\u003c\/a\u003e Ask Kitnology before choosing parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kitnology","offers":[{"title":"Light sensor only — expansion board excluded","offer_id":48642050064602,"sku":"KIT-K059-6000400176","price":9.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0845\/8882\/2746\/files\/kitnology-k059-cutout.png?v=1790072440","url":"https:\/\/kitnology.com\/products\/plug-in-ambient-light-sensor-module","provider":"Kitnology","version":"1.0","type":"link"}