Versatile ALS sensor measures the intensity of visible light

Measuring the intensity of visible light, the Texas Instruments OPT3001 ambient light sensor (ALS) is now available from Mouser stock. The spectral response of the sensor tightly matches the photopic response of the human eye and includes significant infrared rejection. The OPT3001 is a single-chip lux meter, measuring the intensity of light as visible to the human eye. The precision spectral response and strong IR rejection of the device enables the OPT3001 to accurately meter the intensity of light as seen by the human eye regardless of light source. The strong IR rejection also aids in maintaining high accuracy when industrial design calls for mounting the sensor under dark glass for aesthetics. The OPT3001 is designed for systems that create light-based experiences for humans, and an ideally preferred replacement for photodiodes, photoresistors, or other ambient light sensors with less human eye matching and IR rejection. In support, the company also stocks a range of development tools: the OPT3001EVM Evaluation Module (EVM), the BOOSTXL-EDUMKII Educational BoosterPack, and the CC2650STK SimpleLink Bluetooth Smart SensorTag loT Kit.