RAK12031 WisBlock T-Beam-Fork Sensor Module Datasheet
Overview
Figure 2724: RAK12031 WisBlock T-Beam-Fork Sensor ModuleDescription
RAK12031 is a WisBlock T-Beam-Fork (TBF) sensor module that is based on EE-SX1041 from Omron. It can detect the presence of small moving objects, measure the speed of rotation, linear motion, and more. RAK12031 is a separate TBF sensor and have two (2) connectors, which can be connected to the RAK12028 TBF Connector module or by using a RAK19005 WisBlock Sensor Extension Cable to connect it to the WisBlock Base.
Features
- Operating Voltage: 3.3 V
- Chipset: Omron EE-SX1041
- T-Fork module
- Detect presence of small moving objects
- Method for measurement velocity with grating
- Slot width: 5 mm
- Slot depth: 8.2 mm
- Module size: 15 x 25 mm
Specifications
Overview
Mounting
The RAK12031 has four (4) mounting holes, so you can fix the module in the position you want. It can also be connected to RAK12028 or you can use a RAK19005 WisBlock Sensor Extension Cable (optional) to connect it directly to the WisBlock Base.
Hardware
The hardware specification is categorized into five (5) parts. It shows the chipset of the module and discusses the pinouts and their corresponding functions and diagrams. Also, it shows the electrical and mechanical characteristics of the RAK12031 WisBlock T-Beam-Fork Sensor Module.
Chipset
| Vendor | Part number |
|---|---|
| Omron | EE-SX1041 |
Pin Definition
The RAK12031 module has two (2) connectors, one standard 24-pin WisBlock Sensor connector and the other one is the 6-pin connector that can be connected to the RAK12028. The pin order of the connector and the pinout definition is shown in Figure 2.
Figure 2725: RAK12031 pinoutIf a 24-pin WisBlock Sensor connector is used, the IO used for the output pulse depends on what slot the module is plugged in. The following table shows the default IO used for different slots:
| SLOT A | SLOT C | SLOT D | SLOT E | SLOT F |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WB_IO1 | WB_IO3 | WB_IO5 | WB_IO4 | WB_IO6 |
- Only 3V3_S, GND, and OUTPUT signal from EE-SX1041 are connected to the two (2) connectors of the module.
- 3V3_S voltage output from the WisBlock Base that powers the RAK12031 module can be controlled by the WisBlock Core via WB_IO2 (WisBlock IO2 pin). This makes the module ideal for low-power IoT projects since the WisBlock Core can totally disconnect the power of the RAK12031 module.
Electrical Characteristics
Recommended Operating Conditions
| Symbol | Description | Min. | Nom. | Max. | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3v3_S | Power supply for the module | 2 | 3.3 | 5 | V |
Mechanical Characteristics
Board Dimensions
Figure 3 shows the mechanical dimensions of the RAK12031 Module.
Figure 2726: RAK12031 mechanical dimensionsSchematic Diagram
This section shows the schematics of the RAK12031 module.
Connectors
Figure 2727: Connectors of the RAK12031EE-SX1041
- R1 is the current-limiting resistance at the Transmitter (Tx). The value of R1 is 68 Ω.
- R2 is the current-limiting resistance at the Receiver (Rx). The value or R2 is 1 kΩ.
Figure 2728: EE-SX1041
