PIR & Motion Sensor
PIR & Motion Sensor
Introduction If you live close to neighbors, their security lights can cause your PIR sensors to false-trigger. The lights themselves emit IR, and they also illuminate areas that your sensor sees. How Neighbor’s Lights Cause False Triggers Direct IR from…
Introduction Schools and daycares have unique requirements for PIR sensors: energy efficiency, safety, and privacy. This guide covers the best options for classrooms, hallways, restrooms, and common areas. Key Requirements for Educational Facilities 1. Energy Savings Schools operate during specific…
Introduction Smart lighting systems need PIR sensors that integrate seamlessly with your chosen ecosystem. This guide covers the best options for Philips Hue, IKEA, Lutron, and Matter-compatible smart lighting. Key Features for Smart Lighting 1. Ecosystem Compatibility Ensure sensors work…
Introduction Smart waste management systems need to know when bins are used and how full they are. PIR sensors can detect people approaching bins, indicating usage. Applications in Waste Management Usage Detection Detect when someone approaches a bin to deposit…
Introduction Hot climates present unique challenges for PIR sensors: reduced contrast between people and background, sunlight saturation, and high-temperature operation. This guide covers sensors designed for reliable detection in heat. Key Features for Hot Climate Sensors 1. High-Temperature Operation Look…
June 2, 2026 – Austin, TX – Silicon Labs Streamlines Wireless PIR Sensor Design Silicon Labs has announced the EFR32xG28-PIR, a new wireless SoC that integrates a PIR analog front-end with a low-power radio, enabling single-chip wireless motion sensors with…
Introduction Large televisions, particularly older plasma screens, can emit significant infrared radiation and electrical noise that interferes with PIR sensors. How Displays Cause Interference Plasma TVs (Worst Offenders) Plasma displays generate significant heat and emit IR. The picture content changes…
Introduction Cold climates pose serious challenges for PIR sensors: reduced sensitivity, condensation, icing, and battery voltage drop. This guide covers sensors designed for reliable operation in freezing temperatures. Key Features for Cold Climate Sensors 1. Wide Temperature Range Look for…
Introduction Staircases are high-risk areas for falls, especially in the dark. PIR sensors can trigger lighting when someone approaches, improving safety and saving energy. Applications Automatic Stair Lighting Lights turn on when person approaches staircase, turn off after they pass.…
Introduction Pet owners face a common dilemma: keeping security systems armed without false alarms from pets. Pet-immune PIR sensors solve this with specialized lenses and signal processing. This guide covers the best options for 2026. How Pet-Immune Sensors Work Optical…