TSOP38238 IR Receiver Diode & Pinout | Raspberry Pi

TSOP38238 Pinout Equivalent

1：Overview of the TSOP38238：

The TSOP38238 is an infrared receiver module produced by Vishay, operating at 38kHz and housed in a TSOP package. It is designed for infrared remote control systems used in home appliances, remote controls, and smart homes. The module includes a PIN photodiode and a preamplifier, featuring an internal infrared filter that effectively blocks non-38kHz interference signals. It supports a wide voltage input range of 2.5V to 5.5V.

2：TSOP38238 Important pin function definition:

3：Alternative model recommendation

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TSSP4038：The TSSP4038 integrates functions such as infrared photodetectors, preamplifiers, automatic gain control, bandpass filters, and demodulators. When an infrared signal illuminates the TSSP4038’s infrared detector, it converts the optical signal into a weak electrical signal.

DY – IRMHA384 – T05 – 2KB：DY – IRMHA384 – T05 – 2KB is a high-performance integrated infrared receiver module designed to meet the demands of complex infrared remote control scenarios. It integrates functions such as infrared reception, signal amplification, filtering, and demodulation into a compact package, significantly simplifying circuit design and saving PCB space, making it suitable for devices with stringent space requirements.

IRM – 8601M2 ：IRM – 8601M2 is a highly integrated infrared receiving module.This module features numerous outstanding characteristics. It boasts extremely high sensitivity, capable of accurately detecting infrared signals from long distances or weak sources, ensuring stable and reliable operation across various usage scenarios.IRM-8601M2 is optimized for an infrared carrier frequency of 38kHz, matching the transmission frequency of most infrared remote controls available on the market.