The KY-005 Infrared Transmitter module emits infrared light at 38kHz. It can be used to control TVs, stereos, air conditioners and other devices with IR receivers. It can also be used together with the KY-022 Infrared Receiver module.
Compatible with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32 and other popular microcontrollers.
KY-005 SPECIFICATIONS
This module is quite simple and consists of a 5mm infrared LED and 3 male header pins. Handle with caution, do not flash IR light directly to the eyes.
Operating Voltage
5V
Forward Current
30 ~ 60 mA
Power Consumption
90mW
Operating Temperature
-25°C to 80°C [-13°F to 176°F]
Board Dimensions
18.5mm x 15mm [0.728in x 0.591in]
CONNECTION DIAGRAM
Connect the board power line (middle) and ground (-) to +5 and GND on the Arduino respectively.
Connect the signal pin (S) to pin 3 on the Arduino Uno.
The pin number for the IR transmitter is determined by IRremote library. Other platforms might use a different pin.
KY-005
Arduino Uno
S
Pin 3
middle
+5V
–
GND
KY-005 Infrared Transmitter Module
Default Title
Robot Pi Shop
Pickup available,usually ready in 1 hour
Ground Floor Shop, Sayde Street, Fanar Matn 1202 Fanar Lebanon
