SparkFun Photodetector Breakout - MAX30101 (Qwiic)
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Explore reflected-light measurements with a MAX30101 photodetector breakout. The sensor combines LEDs and a photodiode, while I2C and Qwiic provide host connections. It supports optical experiments such as proximity and particle-sensing research; this board should not be presented as a complete medical measurement or diagnostic instrument.
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SparkFun SKU: SEN-16474 · Category: Optical & photodetector sensors
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EAR summary based on supplier documentation; this is not a hands-on review. Product identity rechecked during the October 25, 2026 sprint. Current SparkFun Originals eligibility was verified with the supplier’s Original: Yes filter during the October 25, 2026 sprint. Affiliate eligibility remains subject to SparkFun's program terms.