Tachometer Using IR Sensor

Aim

The goal of this activity is to measure the rotation speed of a shaft or disk, as in a motor or other machine using an IR sensor.

Materials Required

  1. Arduino UNO R3 – 1
  2. USB Cable – 1
  3. LCD 1602 Display – 1
  4. I2C Display Module – 1
  5. IR Sensor – 1
  6. Several Jumper Wires

Wiring Diagram

Desired Outcome

Place a rotating object in front of an IR sensor, the rotation speed of the object can be displayed on LCD.