GY2561 TSL2561 Luminosity Sensor Breakout Infrared Light Module A compact breakout module built around the TSL2561 luminosity sensor for accurate ambient and infrared light measurement. Designed for reliable, stable performance in electronic projects and instrumentation. Key benefits Precise light sensing: Measures visible and infrared light to help systems respond to changing lighting conditions. Reliable and stable: Engineered for consistent output, suitable for longterm use in monitoring and control applications. Easy integration: Digital output compatible with standard I2C bus, ready to interface with a wide range of microcontrollers and single board computers. Space efficient: Breakout board format provides a compact footprint for tight installations and prototyping. Low power operation: Suitable for battery powered devices where energy efficiency matters. What makes it stand out Uses the TSL2561 sensor chip known for accurate dualchannel luminosity detection. Breakout layout simplifies wiring and mounting in embedded projects. Stable electronic component selection prioritizes repeatable measurement across deployments. Important attributes Function: Measures ambient and infrared light intensity for automatic lighting control, logging, and adaptive systems. Compatibility: Works with devices that support the I2C communication protocol and standard logic voltage levels. Size and format: Compact breakout board designed for easy placement on prototypes and permanent assemblies. Material and build: Boardlevel module assembled for reliable electrical connections and mechanical stability. Performance: Focus on precision and stable measurement suitable for monitoring, control, and data collection tasks. Practical applications Automated lighting control: Adjust display or room lighting based on measured ambient and infrared light to maintain comfortable illumination levels. Environmental monitoring: Integrate into weather stations or indoor climate systems to log light conditions over time. Smart devices and wearables: Provide light input for adaptive screen brightness, power management, or contextaware functionality. Why you would choose this module Provides a straightforward way to add accurate light sensing to projects without complex analog circuitry. Digital output and breakout format reduce development time and wiring complexity. Consistent performance makes it suitable for both prototyping and deployment in product designs. Integration tips Connect via the I2C bus to read sensor data with standard drivers or libraries that support TSL2561. Use the module in locations from obstructions for representative ambient measurements. Calibrate or apply software compensation if integrating into systems requiring absolute lux values. This module delivers a practical, compact solution for measuring visible and infrared light with stable, repeatable results suitable for a wide range of electronics projects and embedded applications.