DFRobot TS01 Infrared Temperature Sensor, Non-Contact -70°C to 380°C
DFRobot TS01 infrared temperature sensor module (-70°C to 380°C) – a non-contact IR temperature sensor for measuring temperature without touching the object.
DFRobot TS01 Infrared Temperature Sensor Module Technical Information
Overview
The DFRobot TS01 is a non-contact infrared (IR) temperature sensor module designed to measure the surface temperature of objects without physical contact.
Measurement range: 70C to 380C
Output: Analog voltage proportional to temperature
Type: Non-contact IR sensor
Ideal for temperature monitoring, industrial process control, and robotics applications.
Working Principle
Infrared Thermopile Sensing
Detects infrared radiation emitted by a surface
Thermopile converts IR radiation into voltage signal proportional to temperature
st the target
Generates a small voltage corresponding to energy absorbed
Internal amplifier converts voltage linear analog output
Microcontroller reads voltage converts to temperature
Measurement Characteristics
Temperature range: 70C to 380C
Output type: Analog voltage (linear with temperature)
Response time: Fast, typically <500 ms
Accuracy: 23% (typical, depends on target emissivity and distance)
Calibration Note
Sensor requires emissivity compensation for non-ideal surfaces
Works best on matte, non-reflective surfaces
Electrical Characteristics
Supply voltage: 3.3V5V
Low power operation: suitable for embedded systems
Output Interface
VCC Power supply
GND Ground
VOUT Analog voltage output proportional to temperature
Internal Features
Non-Contact Measurement
Measures temperature without touching the object
Wide Temperature Range
Suitable for cold and hot surfaces
Fast Response
Quick measurement for dynamic surfaces
Compact Design
Small module, easy integration in embedded projects
Operating Behavior
Real-Time Temperature Monitoring
Output voltage is proportional to object temperature< measurement requires:
Proper distance to object
Correct alignment with target
Environmental Characteristics
Operating temperature: Typically 20C to +70C ambient
Target temperature range: 70C to 380C
Sensitive to ambient IR interference
Limitations
Cannot measure internal temperature
Accuracy depends on emissivity and distance
Analog output requires ADC for microcontroller conversion
Performance affected by reflective or transparent surfaces
Typical Pin Configuration
VCC 3.35V
GND Ground
VOUT
Non-contact temperature sensor
Surface temperature monitor
Infrared analog output module for embedded systems
Summary
The DFRobot TS01 IR Temperature Sensor Module is a compact, non-contact analog sensor that:
Measures surface temperature from 70C to 380C
Provides linear analog output voltage
Uses thermopile infrared sensing
Suitable for industrial monitoring, robotics, and DIY electronics
Requires ADC and emissivity considerations for accurate r