SB-APDS-S1B1 APDS-9960 Sensor Board
- Lentark Electronics

- Jul 23, 2022
- 2 min read

SB-APDS-S1B1 APDS-9960 Sensor Board
SB-APDS-S1B1 has been introduced as a compact APDS-9960 sensor board for sensing and control applications.
The board is designed for proximity detection, RGB color detection, ambient light measurement and object motion direction detection. It combines the APDS-9960 sensor with onboard natural white LEDs, making it suitable for compact sensing systems and interactive control applications.
Proximity and Motion Direction Detection
The APDS-9960 sensor can detect objects within its field of view.
Using its integrated IR LED and sensor structure, the module can be used for object proximity detection and motion direction sensing. This makes it useful in applications where touchless interaction, object presence or simple motion-based control is required.
RGB Color and Ambient Light Detection
SB-APDS-S1B1 also supports RGB color and ambient light detection.
The integrated photodiode structure of the APDS-9960 allows the sensor to detect red, green, blue and clear light components. This enables the board to be used in color-sensitive applications, ambient light monitoring and automatic lighting control systems.
Onboard Natural White LEDs
The board includes natural white LEDs with PWM-adjustable brightness.
These LEDs can provide controlled illumination for sensing or lighting-related applications. The brightness can be adjusted using the PWM input, allowing the light level to be adapted according to the application.
I²C Communication
The APDS-9960 sensor is controlled through the I²C communication interface.
This makes the board easy to integrate with microcontrollers and embedded systems. The fixed I²C address of the APDS-9960 is 0x39.
Typical Application Areas
SB-APDS-S1B1 can be used in compact sensing, lighting and automation applications.
Typical application areas include:
· Object proximity detection
· Motion direction sensing
· RGB color detection
· Ambient light measurement
· Motor control applications
· Lighting control applications
· Relay control and automation systems
· Battery-powered sensing applications
Conclusion
SB-APDS-S1B1 provides a compact APDS-9960 sensor board structure for proximity, color, ambient light and motion direction detection. With I²C communication and PWM-adjustable onboard natural white LEDs, it offers a practical platform for sensing, lighting control, automation and interactive prototype applications.



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