{"product_id":"gy-302-bh1750-light-intensity-sensor-module-3v-5v","title":"GY-302 BH1750 Light Intensity Sensor Module 3V 5V I²C","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eGY-302 BH1750 Light Intensity Sensor Module — 3V \u0026amp; 5V Compatible\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGY-302 Light Intensity Illumination Module\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, high-precision ambient light sensor based on the BH1750FVI IC. Compatible with both 3V and 5V logic levels, it integrates seamlessly with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP8266, ESP32, and other popular microcontroller platforms. Whether you're building a smart home automation system, an automatic brightness controller, or a data-logging project, this module delivers accurate lux measurements via a simple I²C interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide Voltage Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Operates at 3V or 5V — works with virtually any microcontroller or development board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e BH1750FVI chip provides 16-bit digital lux output with a measurement range of 1–65,535 lux.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eI²C Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simple two-wire communication makes wiring and coding quick and straightforward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Address Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e ADDR pin allows selection between two I²C addresses, enabling multiple modules on a single bus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small PCB footprint fits easily into enclosures, breadboards, or custom PCB layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Power Consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for battery-powered or energy-sensitive projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo External Components Needed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready to connect right out of the package — just add wires and start coding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensor IC:\u003c\/strong\u003e BH1750FVI (GY-302)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3V – 5V DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterface:\u003c\/strong\u003e I²C (IIC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurement Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 – 65,535 lux\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResolution Modes:\u003c\/strong\u003e High (1 lux), High2 (0.5 lux), Low (4 lux)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePCB Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 13 mm × 18 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDefault I²C Addresses:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0x23 (ADDR LOW) \/ 0x5C (ADDR HIGH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × GY-302 BH1750 Light Intensity Sensor Module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmart home automation (automatic lighting control)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDIY weather stations and environmental monitors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDisplay backlight brightness adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGreenhouse and indoor plant grow-light management\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRobotics and embedded systems projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEducational electronics and STEM learning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor guidance on electronics safety and best practices in DIY electronics projects, visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is the GY-302 BH1750 Light Intensity Sensor Module used for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The GY-302 is a digital ambient light sensor module used to measure illuminance (lux levels) in electronics and DIY projects. 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