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SparkFun PIR Breakout Starter Kit (170uA)
The SparkFun 170uA PIR Breakout Starter Kit comes with everything you need to get started using Passive Infrared (PIR) sensors. PIR sensors are great for detecting motion in a small area around the sensor. The 170µA SparkFun EKMC4607112K PIR Breakout is a simple board equipped with an EKM-series PIR sensor from Panasonic®. The EKM-series PIR sensors are optimized for small movements to offer motion-sensing options for continuously powered applications.
PIR sensors do not return specific distance data but instead monitor for IR light coming from objects in their field of view and will activate their signal when motion is detected in their sensing area. This makes them perfect for applications such as building automation for energy saving, automated on/off lighting control, security, appliances, and IoT.
This PIR sensor offers digital output across 32 zones at 5m detection distance with 90° x 90° detection area. Additionally, the PIR in this kit already has headers soldered on making it easier to get started. This kit also includes a SparkFun RedBoard Qwiic, a mini breadboard, a 3-pack of jumper wires, and a reversible USB-A to Micro-B cable.
Note: The sensitivity of passive infrared sensors is influenced by environmental conditions, so a performance evaluation test under representative conditions is recommended.
SparkFun PIR Breakout - 170uA (EKMC4607112K):
- Schematic
- Eagle Files
- Board Dimensions
- Hookup Guide
- Panasonic PIR Motion Sensors - Product Brief
- EKMB110711x Spec sheet
- GitHub Hardware Repo
SparkFun RedBoard Qwiic:
SparkFun PIR Breakout Starter Kit (170uA) Product Help and Resources
RedBoard Qwiic Hookup Guide
January 10, 2019
This tutorial covers the basic functionality of the RedBoard Qwiic. This tutorial also covers how to get started blinking an LED and using the Qwiic system.
SparkFun PIR Breakout Hookup Guide
March 25, 2021
Get started with these Panasonic EKM-Series PIR breakouts following this Hookup Guide.
Core Skill: Programming
If a board needs code or communicates somehow, you're going to need to know how to program or interface with it. The programming skill is all about communication and code.
Skill Level: Competent - The toolchain for programming is a bit more complex and will examples may not be explicitly provided for you. You will be required to have a fundamental knowledge of programming and be required to provide your own code. You may need to modify existing libraries or code to work with your specific hardware. Sensor and hardware interfaces will be SPI or I2C.
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Core Skill: Electrical Prototyping
If it requires power, you need to know how much, what all the pins do, and how to hook it up. You may need to reference datasheets, schematics, and know the ins and outs of electronics.
Skill Level: Competent - You will be required to reference a datasheet or schematic to know how to use a component. Your knowledge of a datasheet will only require basic features like power requirements, pinouts, or communications type. Also, you may need a power supply that?s greater than 12V or more than 1A worth of current.
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