Parallax Inc.
We’re making some changes at Parallax to really focus in on what we do best: our educational programs and our own custom multicore microcontrollers. This focus means more curriculum on learn.parallax.com, more tools and support for the Propeller, more American manufacturing, and a massive sale to simplify the product line!
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888-512-1024 - sales@parallax.com
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Rocklin, CA 95765
United States of America
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QTI Sensor
555-27401
The QTI Sensor is a close-proximity infrared emitter/receiver that is able to differentiate between a dark surface) with low IR reflectivity) and a light surface (with high IR reflectivity). These little sensors can be very handy for line following, maze navigation, or sensing the outer rim of a SumoBot ring. Wiring options allow it to be used digitally for fast black/white line following, or as an analog sensor to detect different shades of gray. A daylight filter is built into the sensor.
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ColorPAL Color Sensor
28380
The ColorPAL is a miniature color and light sensor which, through its RGB LED, doubles as a color generator. For sensing color, the ColorPAL uses its LED to illuminate a sample, one color component at a time, along with a broad-spectrum light-to-voltage converter to measure the light reflected back. The amount of light reflected from the sample under illumination from each red, green, and blue LED can be used to determine the sample’s color. The ColorPAL works with non-fluorescent reflective surfaces, preferably those in contact with its light shroud.
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Moisture Sensor Probe
28092
The Moisture Sensor Probe is a fork-like physical package that easily inserts into soil or other soft, non-corrosive media. This sensor uses conductivity to detect the amount of moisture between the probes. The likely use of this sensor is in potted plants, micro-farming research and with some non-soil environments.
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Sound Impact Sensor
29132
The Sound Impact Sensor detects sound from up to 3 meters away. This human input device lends noise-activation possibilities to your microcontroller projects.
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MPU 9DOF Click
64219
Parallax speeds the process of Propeller 2 development through our partnership with MikroE, who has created a family of 850+ Clicks for most I/O functions you may envision. For each of the Click boards stocked by Parallax, you will find a documented Spin 2 code example on our Propeller GitHub Object Exchange. Connect your Click boards to the Propeller 2 Evaluation Board or P2-EC Edge Breakout Breadboard using the #64008 P2 to MikroBus Click Adapter.
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Fingerprint Scanner
29126
The Fingerprint Scanner is an imaging module designed to quickly and accurately capture, save, scan, and compare fingerprints. It’s designed for high-speed, reliable biometric identification. It is an intelligent module that provides functionalities like fingerprint recording, image processing, feature extraction, template generation, template storage, fingerprint matching and searching.
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SF30/D High-speed Laser Rangefinder – 200 M
28062
sensor in the SF series. This 200 m sensor is known for its high speed, accuracy and performs well in even the most challenging conditions.
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CM2302 Digital Temperature & Humidity Sensor
28059
Do you need convenient environmental input for your microcontroller projects? The CM02302 supplies both temperature and relative humidity data when queried. This sensor is factory pre-calibrated, so you won’t need to calibrate it before using it in your project.
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Environment Click
64205
The Environment click module measures temperature, relative humidity, pressure and VOCs (Volatile Organic compounds gases).
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Infrared Receiver For SumoBot
350-00014
Infrared receiver with 38 kHz carrier frequency, for use with the original BASIC Stamp SumoBot Robot kits, now discontinued. We recommend purchasing replacements in pairs, since models supplied in kits may vary.
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BME680 Environmental Sensor
28061
Raise your project’s environmental awareness with the BME680. The Bosch Sensortec BME680 Integrated Environmental Unit combines a gas sensor with air pressure, humidity, and ambient air temperature sensing functions within a single package for high performance air quality measurement. Parallax Inc. places the BME680 on a compact PCB with a 6-pin male header. This capable sensor does not have to be difficult to use. The BME680 is supported by BlocklyProp visual programming as well as C libraries for the Propeller multicore microcontroller. Code for other controllers is available from the Bosch Github repository.
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PING))) Ultrasonic Distance Sensor
28015
Our PING)))™ ultrasonic sensor provides an easy method of distance measurement. This sensor is perfect for any number of applications that require you to perform measurements between moving or stationary objects.
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Mini Liquid Level Sensor
28090
The Mini Liquid Level Sensor is made to be inserted vertically into wet environments to detect liquid level from 0 to 1.88” (48 mm) or as an alarm. This sensor has a single analog output which may be directly connected to the Propeller Activity Board 4-channel A/D converter or easily interfaced with the MCP3002 A/D with a FLiP Multicore Microcontroller.
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Melexis 90217 Hall-Effect Sensor
605-00005
Parallax has worked with the Melexis 90217 sensor in applications including CNC milling machine spindle speed measurement and feedback on motor RPM. With the CNC milling machine it reliably measured the top spindle speed of 7,500 RPM. This is a cost-effective and highly functional hall-effect sensor. The Melexis 90217 is designed to be used with a bias magnet (#605-00006) south facing the back (non-marked) side of the IC. With a single Hall plate, this sensor is immune to common rotary alignment problems. Very easy to interface with all microcontrollers.
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SF30/C High Speed Laser Rangefinder – 100 M
28058
The SF30/C High Speed Laser Rangefinders can output an amazing 18317 readings per second. Lightweight and compact, this 0–100 meter rangefinder is designed to detect terrain and obstacles or create maps from moving vehicles and UAVs. It uses a time-of-flight system to make accurate distance measurements that are not affected by surface texture, speed, wind, changes in barometric pressure, noise, ambient light, terrain, or air temperature.
