{"product_id":"veml7700-ambient-light-sensor-module-120k-lux-i2c-arduino-raspberry-pi","title":"VEML7700 Ambient Light Sensor Module 120K Lux I2C Arduino Pi","description":"\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVEML7700 Ambient Light Sensor Module\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-precision, low-power breakout board designed to measure illuminance in SI lux units — giving you consistent, calibrated readings every time. Whether you're building a smart lighting controller, a weather station, or an IoT device, this module makes accurate light sensing easy and reliable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a 16-bit dynamic range, it measures ambient light from 0 lux all the way up to \u003cstrong\u003e120,000 lux\u003c\/strong\u003e with an impressive resolution of just 0.0036 lux\/ct. Software-adjustable gain and integration time let you fine-tune performance for any environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide Measurement Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 to 120,000 lux on a full 16-bit scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.0036 lux per count resolution\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eI2C Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simple two-wire communication (address: 0x10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Voltage Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works with both 3.3V and 5V power supply\/logic via onboard regulator and level converter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Form Factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~16.5 × 16.5 mm breakout board — easy to integrate into any project\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware-Adjustable Gain \u0026amp; Integration Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dial in the performance you need\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLibrary Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with Arduino (C\/C++) and CircuitPython (Python 3) libraries for rapid development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.3V or 5V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eI2C (IIC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI2C Address\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0x10 (fixed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasuring Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 – 120,000 lux (16-bit)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResolution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.0036 lux\/ct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegulator Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.3V DC \/ 100 mA max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~16.5 × 16.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis module works seamlessly with \u003cstrong\u003eArduino\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eRaspberry Pi\u003c\/strong\u003e, STM32, and any I2C-capable microcontroller or single-board computer. The onboard 3.3V regulator and logic-level converter mean you won't need additional circuitry for 5V systems. A 5-pin header connector is included — light soldering is required for a permanent connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × VEML7700 Ambient Light Sensor Module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Mainland China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More DIY Electronics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair this sensor with other maker favorites from our store:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1-percent-better-every-day-motivational-canvas-wall-poster-inspirational-quote\"\u003e\"1% Better Every Day\" Motivational Canvas Poster | Wall Art\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFurther Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best practices in electronics safety and component handling, see the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). For guidance on electrical safety standards for electronic modules and maker boards, visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nist.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eNIST.gov\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is the VEML7700 ambient light sensor module compatible with both Arduino and Raspberry Pi?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes! The VEML7700 sensor module is fully compatible with Arduino (using C\/C++ libraries) and Raspberry Pi (using CircuitPython\/Python 3). It communicates over the standard I2C bus and the onboard logic-level converter handles both 3.3V and 5V systems, so no extra components are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is the measuring range and accuracy of the VEML7700 sensor board?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The VEML7700 module measures ambient light from 0 lux up to 120,000 lux on a 16-bit scale. 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