Cytron Maker Line 5-Channel Line Sensor

The Cytron Maker Line Following Sensor is a compact infrared sensor module designed for accurate line detection in robotics applications. It integrates a 5-channel IR sensor array capable of tracking lines from 13 mm to 30 mm width while supporting both light and dark line detection. The sensor features a simple push-button calibration system that stores calibration data in EEPROM, ensuring reliable performance even after power cycles. With dual outputs including five digital signals and one analog line-position output, it provides high-resolution feedback ideal for line-following robots using PID control.

Features

- 5 infrared sensor array for precise line detection

- Dual outputs: 5 digital signals and 1 analog line position

- Push-button automatic calibration system

- Calibration data stored in onboard EEPROM

- Supports both light line and dark line detection

- Operating voltage compatible with 3.3 V and 5 V systems

- Reverse polarity protection on power input

- Sensor refresh rate up to 200 Hz

- Wide sensing height range from 4 mm to 40 mm

- Analog output provides high-resolution line position data

- Independent digital outputs for each IR sensor

- Compatible with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and microcontrollers

- Compact module suitable for line following robots

Specifications

- Operating Voltage: 3.3–5 V DC

- Reverse Polarity Protection: Supported

- Number of Sensors: 5 Infrared Sensors

- Output Type: 5 Digital Outputs + 1 Analog Output

- Recommended Line Width: 13–30 mm

- Sensing Distance Height: 4–40 mm (5 V, black line on white surface)

- Sensor Refresh Rate: 200 Hz

- Calibration Method: Push Button Auto Calibration

- Calibration Storage: Onboard EEPROM Memory

- Supported Line Type: Light Line or Dark Line

- Controller Compatibility: Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and other microcontrollers

Links

- Cytron Maker Line Following Sensor Datasheet

Maker Line 3D files

Tutorials

ESP32 PD Line Following Robot with Maker Line [BM]

Tutorial: Building A Low-Cost Line Following Robot