Hiwonder 8-Channel Grayscale Line Follower Sensor Module with Smart Full-Color RGB Recognition & Obstacle Avoidance for Robot Cars
Product Description Powered by a 32-bit ARM chip, the Hiwonder 8-channel grayscale line follower sensor features an integrated array of 8 RGB spotlights to precisely recognize lines of any color. Its built-in anti-interference algorithm effectively blocks sudden ambient light shifts and track glare. With onboard GPIO and I2C ports, it ensures seamless compatibility with mainstream controllers. Supporting one-button auto-learning calibration, the sensor adaptively detects lines. A built-in smart algorithm handles high-difficulty tasks like right-angle turns, sharp U-turns, curves, and intersections, making it highly adaptable to multiple track types. Standardized mounting slots fit various robot car chassis. Backed by complete source code and technical documentation for Arduino, STM32, Raspberry Pi, and NVIDIA Jetson, even beginners can get started quickly. One-Button Auto-Calibration Skip manual tuning with innovative auto-calibration. Calibrate all 8 channels via one button in under a minute, slashing prep time for competitions and projects. Master Complex Tracks Equipped with 8 sensors to precisely identify track features, effortlessly handling complex routes like curves, intersections, sharp angles, and T-junctions. Anti-Interference Phototransistors Provides physical protection while effectively blocking ambient light reflections. This design focuses the emitted light source to significantly reduce environmental interference. Custom RGB Spotlights Delivers high luminous flux with a narrow beam angle. It accurately projects full-spectrum visible light, offering a much more concentrated beam than standard LEDs. Full-Color Line Following Logic Matching colors produce strong reflections reading as white, while different colors yield weak reflections reading as black. By analyzing these grayscale variations, the sensor selects the optimal light source for high-precision, full-color track recognition. Effectively Suppresses Ambient Light & Track Glare Through extensive testing, our custom spotlight emitters and anti-glare shields completely solve ambient light interference. When installed normally, the module boasts exceptional track material compatibility—no angled mounting is required. Enjoy reliable, hassle-free performance that effortlessly eliminates track glare. One-Button Auto-Calibration Adjust Detection Height Place the sensors at the desired height facing the white background. Wait 3 seconds for the data to stabilize. Enter Calibration Mode Long-press the onboard KEY button. The side indicators will flash to signal calibration mode. Record Background Color The sensor reads the white background. Once successful, all indicators will flash. Complete Line Learning Short-press the KEY button once to read the black line. The indicators will flash and then turn off, completing the setup. Highly Adaptable to Varying Line Widths The 8-channel grayscale module seamlessly adapts to line widths ranging from 0.6 cm to 6.9 cm, ensuring ultra-precise detection on both narrow and wide tracks for maximum versatility. Pin Output Truth Table The built-in multiplexer allows the MCU to read all 8 digital channels using just 4 I/O pins, drastically saving IO resources. By writing a 3-bit binary address via the AD0, AD1, and AD2 pins, the OUT pin outputs the exact digital value of the corresponding channel, ensuring highly efficient data acquisition. Grayscale vs. Infrared Line Follower Modules Versatile Communication Interfaces Installation Guide Mount the sensor to the chassis of your robot car using standoffs and screws, maintaining a ground clearance of 10–40mm. Choose the right standoffs to match your chassis height. Extensive Ecosystem Compatibility With built-in GPIO and I2C interfaces using a dedicated protocol, the Hiwonder 8-channel grayscale line follower sensor seamlessly integrates with major controllers—no extra configuration needed. It perfectly supports Arduino, STM32, Raspberry Pi, and NVIDIA Jetson, providing a flexible and reliable solution for diverse AI applications. Specification Parameters Operating voltage 5V Operating temperature -40~+85°C Mounting fasteners M2.5 or M3 standoffs/screws (Standard version) M4 screws/friction pins (Building block version) Operating current 85mA Detection line width 0.6–6.9cm Detection height 10–40mm Mounting hole spacing 16–42mm Dimensions 90 × 41 × 15 mm (Standard version) 88 × 32 × 15 mm (Building block version) Output interface 1× IO, 1× I2C (Standard version) 1× I2C (Building block version) Output signal Analog & digital (Standard version) Digital only (Building block version) Weight 19g (Standard version) 15g (Building block version) Packing List Specifications Operating voltage 5V Operating temperature -40~+85°C Mounting fasteners M2.5 or M3 standoffs/screws (Standard version) M4 screws/friction pins (Building block version) Operating current 85mA Detection line width 0.6–6.9cm Detection height 10–40mm Mounting hole spacing 16–42mm Dimensions 90 × 41 × 15 mm (Standard version) 88 × 32 × 15 mm (Building block version) Output interface 1× IO, 1× I2C (Standard version) 1× I2C (Building block version) Output signal Analog & digital (Standard version) Digital only (Building block version) Weight 19g (Standard version) 15g (Building block version)
Standard Version Packing List, Building Block Version Packing List