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LDR Sensor Module

The document provides an overview of the LDR (Light-Dependent Resistor) sensor, detailing its functionality as a light-controlled variable resistor that decreases resistance with increasing light intensity. It includes information on the pin configuration, features such as adjustable brightness and dual output types, advantages like ease of use and low cost, and various applications including camera light meters and street lights. The document emphasizes the sensor's sensitivity and versatility in light detection and control circuits.

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LDR Sensor Module

The document provides an overview of the LDR (Light-Dependent Resistor) sensor, detailing its functionality as a light-controlled variable resistor that decreases resistance with increasing light intensity. It includes information on the pin configuration, features such as adjustable brightness and dual output types, advantages like ease of use and low cost, and various applications including camera light meters and street lights. The document emphasizes the sensor's sensitivity and versatility in light detection and control circuits.

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LDR SENSOR
LDR SENSOR

INTRODUCTION

Photoresistor or light-dependent resistor (LDR) or photocell is a light-controlled variable resistor.


The resistance of a photoresistor decreases with increasing incident light intensity; in other words, it
exhibits photoconductivity. A photoresistor can be applied in light-sensitive detector circuits, and light-
and dark-activated switching circuits. A photoresistor is made of a high resistance semiconductor. In the
dark, a photoresistor can have a resistance as high as several (MΩ), while in the light, a photoresistor can
have a resistance as low as a few hundred ohms. If incident light on a photoresistor exceeds a certain
frequency, photons absorbed by the semiconductor give bound electrons enough energy to jump into
the conduction band.

The resulting free electrons conduct electricity, thereby lowering resistance. The resistance range
and sensitivity of a photoresistor can substantially differ among dissimilar devices. Moreover, unique
photoresistors may react substantially differently to photons within certain wavelength bands.

PIN CONFIGURATION

1. A0 : Analog OUT
2. D0 : Digital OUT.
3. GND : Ground.
4. VCC : Input voltage (2.5 – 5V).

1. A0
2. D0 2
3. GND
4. VCC

LDR SENSOR
FEATURES

 Sensitive Photo Resistor Sensor


 Comparator output provides clear signal, good wave form and great drive ability, over 15mA
 With adjustable potentiometer for adjusting brightness of testing light
 Working voltage: 3.3~5V
 Digital output (0 / 1) and analog output
 With fixed screw hole for easy installation
 Using wide voltage LM393 comparator

ADVANTAGES

 Since the output is of digital and analog pattern it’s easy to use
 Small easy to interface
 Low cost

APPLICATIONS

 camera light meters


 street lights
 clock radios
 alarm devices
 night lights
 outdoor clocks
 solar street lamps

DEVICE IMAGE:

LDR SENSOR

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