Please note, the LS100 Light Sensor is no longer available.

Note: Advanced Photonix part # NSL-5162 (stocked at Mouser and Digikey) is a Cds photocell with a response to light similar to the LS100.

Light Sensor

LS100 Light Sensor - Pace Scientific

LS100 Light Sensor

Connects directly to any XR450 or XR5-SE Data Logger.  No external power required.  Many uses.

  • Self powered
  • Wide dynamic range
  • Low Cost

Specifications - LS100 Light Sensor

Range 0-15,000 foot-candles
Operating temperature -30 to 70°C (-22 to 158°F)
Overall size (sensor) 0.3" dia. x 2" length (8 x 51 mm)
Physical Molded thermoplastic housing with integral lens.
Cable Two conductor, 24 gauge cable, shielded cable.

Available with 4 ft (1.2 meter) shielded cable.

Part No. Price
LS100-4FT $30.

Cable may be extended by the user up to 500 feet (150 meters) using 24 gauge, 2 conductor copper wire (Belden #9501 or equivalent).

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For XR450 only: Light / Temperature / Humidity module.


XR450 Data Logger

XR5-SE Data Logger

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