{"product_id":"ir-receiving-head","title":"IR Receiving Head","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIR Receiving Head\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe sensor is encased in a black epoxy resin that acts as a physical infrared filter. This filter blocks out visible light (like sunlight or room lamps) so the internal photodiode only \"sees\" the specific wavelength used by remote controls. Inside the tiny package, it combines a PIN photodiode, an automatic gain control (AGC), and a band-pass filter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it’s a Control System Essential:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• High Noise Immunity: The VS1838B is specifically engineered to ignore electrical noise and the \"flicker\" of fluorescent lights, which often causes \"ghost\" signals in cheaper sensors.\u003cbr\u003e• Plug-and-Play Logic: You don't need to write code to \"calculate\" the 38kHz frequency. The sensor does the hard work internally, outputting a simple digital HIGH\/LOW signal that matches the data bits sent by the remote.\u003cbr\u003e• Ultra-Low Power: It draws very little current (under 1mA during operation), making it ideal for \"Always-On\" listening modes in battery-powered devices.\u003cbr\u003e• TTL\/CMOS Compatibility: The output signal is 5V-tolerant, meaning it can be plugged directly into an Arduino, ESP32, or Raspberry Pi without extra resistors or converters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Capabilities:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Operating Voltage: 2.7V to 5.5V.\u003cbr\u003e• Frequency: Optimized for 38kHz (the global standard for consumer electronics).\u003cbr\u003e• Reception Distance: Can receive signals from up to 18 meters away in optimal conditions.\u003cbr\u003e• Angle of Sensitivity: Roughly 45 degrees in all directions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe VS1838B is the primary choice for universal remote decoders, custom home automation hubs, optical switches, and replacing broken IR receivers in household appliances.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TinkEdge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46404611276999,"sku":"TE-IRSE-087","price":23.54,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6620\/6407\/files\/IRReceivingHead_1.png?v=1776767679","url":"https:\/\/shop.tinkedge.tech\/products\/ir-receiving-head","provider":"TinkEdge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}