Parallax 28015

PING)))™ Ultrasonic Distance Sensor

Measures from 2 cm to 3 m

Perform measurements between moving or stationary objects with Jameco's selection of PING ultrasound distance sensors. Perfect for a variety of applications, Parallax's ultrasonic sensor provides a very low-cost and easy method of distance measurement. Whether you want to use these devices in security systems or as an infrared replacement - or just a fun robotic - these distance sensors will satisfy. You will definitely appreciate the activity status LED and the economic use of just one I/O pin.

Naturally, robotics applications are very popular but you'll also find this product to be useful in security systems or as an infrared replacement if so desired. You will definitely appreciate the activity status LED and the economic use of just one I/O pin. Get the most out of your ultrasonic sensor with the PING))) Mounting Bracket kit that includes a servo and hardware to securely mount the sensor and allow it to perform 180° sweeps of its environment.

The Ping sensor measures distance using sonar; an ultrasonic (well above human hearing) pulse is transmitted from the unit and distance-to-target is determined by measuring the time required for the echo return. Output from the PING))) sensor is a variable-width pulse that corresponds to the distance to the target.

Interfacing to the BASIC Stamp and Javelin Stamp microcontrollers is a snap: a single (shared) I/O pin is use to trigger the Ping sensor and "listen" for the echo return pulse. And the intelligent trigger hold-off allows the PING))) to work with the BS1! An onboard three-pin header allows the PING))) to be plugged into a solderless breadboard (on a Boe-Bot, for example), and to be connected to its host through a standard three-pin servo extension cable. Click over to the KickStart Guide to see how to use the PING))) sensor, complete with wiring diagrams and sample code for the BASIC Stamp, Propeller, and Arduino.

Features

• Provides precise, non-contact distance measurements within a 2 cm to 3 m range
• Simple pulse in/pulse out communication
• Burst indicator LED shows measurement in progress
• 20 mA power consumption
• Narrow acceptance angle
• 3-pin header makes it easy to connect using a servo extension cable, no soldering required

Specifications

• Narrow acceptance angle
• Range: approximately 1 inch to 10 feet (2cm to 3m)
• 3-pin male header with 0.1" spacing
• Power requirements: +5 VDC, 35 mA active
• Communication: Positive TTL pulse
• Dimensions: 0.81 x 1.8 x 0.6 in (22 x 46 x 16 mm)
• Operating temp range: +32 to +158°F (0 to +70°C)

Applications

• Security systems
• Interactive animated exhibits
• Parking assistant systems
• Robotic navigation

Downloads & Resources

• Roaming with Ping))) Simple BASIC Stamp Code
• Roaming with Ping))) Advanced BASIC Stamp Code
• PING))) Ultrasonic Distance Sensor Propeller Code
• PING))) Ultrasonic Distance Sensor Product Guide
• PING))) Ultrasonic Distance Sensor BS2 Example Code
• Detecting Distance with the Ping))) Ultrasonic Sensor
• Sense Distance with Ping Propeller C Tutorial (Learn. Parallax)
• Navigate by Ultrasound Tutorial for ActivityBot (Learn.Parallax)
• PING))) Sensor KickStart Example for BASIC Stamp, Propeller, and Arduino (Learn.Parallax)
• Roaming PING))) Shield-Bot (Learn.Parallax)

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