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The LUX1000 measures brightness (illuminance). This Phidget is useful when creating automated systems that need to switch on/off at night or in low-light conditions. This Phidget connects to your computer through a VINT Hub.

Product video for the Light Phidget (LUX1000_0)
| Sensor Properties | |
|---|---|
| Controlled By | VINT |
| Sensor Type | Light |
| VINT Communication Speed Max | 10 kbit/s |
| Light Sensor | |
| Light Level Min | 188 μlx |
| Light Level Max (5V) | 220 klx |
| Light Resolution | 188 μlx |
| Sampling Interval Min | 125 ms/sample |
| Sampling Interval Max | 60 s/sample |
| Electrical Properties | |
| Current Consumption Max | * 500 μA |
| Current Consumption Min | 20 μA |
| Physical Properties | |
| Operating Temperature Min | -15 °C |
| Operating Temperature Max | 70 °C |
| Customs Information | |
| Canadian HS Export Code | 9027.50.00 |
| American HTS Import Code | 9027.50.40.60 |
| Country of Origin | CN (China) |
* - Current consumption varies depending on selected data interval. See the graph below for details.

The LUX1000_0 is a first generation device and is limited to a 5 meter Phidget cable in all systems.
* The maximum USB cable length is 5 meters.