Description
The GY-906 is a small electronic breakout board that features the MLX90614 chip. It is a non-contact infrared (IR) thermometer sensor. This means it can read the temperature of an object from a distance without physically touching it.
⚙️ Technical Specifications
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Core Sensor Chip: Melexis MLX90614
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Operating Voltage: 3V to 5V DC (most boards have a built-in voltage regulator)
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Communication Protocol: I2C / IIC interface (uses only 2 data wires)
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Object Temperature Range:
-70°C to +380°C
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Ambient Temperature Range:
-40°C to +125°C (the temperature of the room/sensor itself)
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Measurement Accuracy: High precision of
±0.5°C
📌 Pinout Connections
The module typically has 4 pins that you connect to a microcontroller like an Arduino, ESP32, or Raspberry Pi
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VIN: Connect to
3.3V or 5V power
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GND: Connect to ground (
GND)
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SCL: Serial Clock line for the I2C communication
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SDA: Serial Data line for the I2C communication
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