Description M5Stack Color Sensor RGB Unit is a compact color recognition sensor built around the TCS3472 color sensor for reliable color reading and fast product color verification. Using I2C communication, it captures light information and converts the detected values into digital color data, making it a practical color tracking sensor for embedded projects, inspection tasks, and interactive robots. Features The board uses the TCS3472 color sensor for stable detection. This color recognition sensor communicates over I2C at address 0x29. Built-in light-to-digital conversion supports accurate digital color measurement. Compact Grove form factor is suitable for robotic integration and bench testing. The module works well in product color verification and as a color tracking sensor. Specifications Product M5Stack Color Sensor RGB Unit Category Color recognition sensor Main IC TCS3472 color sensor Communication I2C I2C Address 0x29 Temperature Range -40°C to 85°C Output Type Digital RGB color data Product Size 32.2 x 24.2 x 8.2mm Net Weight 4g Applications This unit is useful in product color verification, line-following and color tracking sensor projects, robotic picking logic, educational demos, and compact machine-vision helpers where direct digital color reading matters. Because the TCS3472 color sensor converts detected light into digital color data, the board serves as a practical color recognition sensor for embedded automation. Product List COLOR Unit x1 Grove cable x1 Other Content The module is a simple way to add color-aware behavior to M5Stack controllers without a larger camera pipeline. For compact robotics and inspection tasks, it provides dependable digital color measurement and straightforward I2C integration while keeping the footprint small. Resources M5Stack Official Documentation M5Stack Arduino Documentation Schematic PDF TCS3472 Datasheet FAQ What does M5Stack Color Sensor RGB Unit do?It uses the TCS3472 color sensor to return digital color information through I2C. Where is it most useful?It is most useful in product color verification, robot logic, and any project that needs a compact color recognition sensor or color tracking sensor.
