{"product_id":"e18-d80nk-infrared-proximity-obstacle-avoidance-sensor","title":"E18-D80NK Infrared Proximity Sensor - Adjustable IR Obstacle Avoidance Sensor for Arduino","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eE18-D80NK Infrared Proximity Sensor - Adjustable Range IR Obstacle Avoidance Sensor\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eThe E18-D80NK is a widely used diffuse-reflective infrared proximity sensor in a rugged M18 cylindrical threaded body. With a built-in IR emitter and receiver, adjustable detection range (3cm to 80cm), and NPN normally-open digital output, it is the go-to sensor for obstacle avoidance, object detection, and proximity switching in Arduino, ESP32, and industrial automation projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/sidekick.shopify.ai\/rails\/active_storage\/blobs\/redirect\/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MzczNDk4OTAxNSwicHVyIjoiYmxvYl9pZCJ9fQ==--a306c91c1ffed62dfcd548e0a16c83691544e86e\/WhatsApp_Image_2026-09-14_at_7.52.32_PM_2.jpeg\" alt=\"E18-D80NK infrared proximity sensor yellow M18 cylindrical body with 3-wire cable front view showing IR lens\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable detection range: 3cm to 80cm - set via rear potentiometer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiffuse-reflective sensing - detects objects without a separate reflector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNPN normally-open (NO) digital output - directly compatible with Arduino and microcontroller input pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM18 threaded cylindrical body - easy panel or bracket mounting with included nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-wire cable output: Brown (VCC), Blue (GND), Black (Signal OUT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in IR emitter and receiver in a single sealed housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobust yellow ABS \/ metal body - suitable for indoor and light industrial use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5V - 12V DC operating voltage - compatible with Arduino 5V and 12V systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/sidekick.shopify.ai\/rails\/active_storage\/blobs\/redirect\/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MzczNDk4ODk5NywicHVyIjoiYmxvYl9pZCJ9fQ==--fbc658e9ccf727050d366f65a0262f68e368562e\/WhatsApp_Image_2026-09-14_at_7.52.32_PM_3.jpeg\" alt=\"E18-D80NK infrared proximity sensor side view showing M18 threaded body adjustment potentiometer and 3-wire cable\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e E18-D80NK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensing Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diffuse-reflective infrared (IR)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetection Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3cm - 80cm (adjustable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e NPN, Normally Open (NO)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupply Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5V - 12V DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Current:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 100mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-wire, ~45cm (Brown: VCC, Blue: GND, Black: OUT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e M18 threaded cylindrical (yellow)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rear potentiometer for range setting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWire Connection Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e VCC (5V - 12V DC positive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlue:\u003c\/strong\u003e GND (negative)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Signal output (NPN open collector - connect to microcontroller input with pull-up resistor)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArduino and ESP32 Obstacle Avoidance Robots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObject Detection and Proximity Sensing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConveyor Belt Object Counting and Detection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic Door and Gate Trigger Sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLine Following Robot Side Obstacle Detection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial Proximity Switch Replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder now and add reliable adjustable-range IR proximity sensing to your Arduino robotics or automation project.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lahore Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56096960217161,"sku":"SEN-E18D80NK-IR-PROX-ADJ","price":650.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/9090\/2089\/files\/WhatsApp_Image_2026-09-14_at_7.52.32_PM_2.jpg?v=1789400119","url":"https:\/\/lahorestore.pk\/products\/e18-d80nk-infrared-proximity-obstacle-avoidance-sensor","provider":"Lahore Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}