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EKMC1603111 | PIR Motion Sensor (12M Detection Range)

The EKMC1603111 is a passive infrared (PIR) motion sensor with a detection range of up to 12 meters. It detects human movement using heat sensing and is ideal for energy-saving automation systems. Designed for long-range and low-power applications.

Technical Information

  • Model: EKMC1603111
  • Detection Method: Passive Infrared (PIR)
  • Detection Range: Up to 12 meters
  • Detection Angle: Wide view (typically 100° horizontal)
  • Output Type: Digital (open collector output)
  • Operating Voltage: 3–6V DC
  • Current Consumption: Low (approx. 170 µA)
  • Mounting Type: Through-hole
  • Operating Temperature: -20°C to +60°C
  • Size: Compact cylindrical housing
  • Response Time: Fast detection (human motion)
  • Manufacturer Part Number: EKMC1603111

What is a PIR Motion Sensor?

A PIR (Passive Infrared) sensor detects motion by sensing changes in infrared heat from people or animals. It is commonly used to trigger lights, alarms, or devices only when motion is detected. PIR Motion sensors are compact, energy-efficient, and ideal for smart automation.

Key Features

  • Long-range detection up to 12 meters
  • Ultra-low power consumption
  • Wide detection area
  • Fast and accurate response to human motion
  • Open collector digital output
  • Easy to integrate on PCBs
  • Works in indoor and semi-outdoor conditions

Benefits of PIR Sensor

Benefits of PIR Sensor - The EKMC1603111 sensor helps save power by detecting motion only when needed, triggering lights, devices, or alerts. With long-range and low energy use, it's perfect for smart lighting, security, and automation systems.

Key Benefits:

  • Saves power with motion-based activation
  • Reliable long-range detection (up to 12 meters)
  • Easy to install and integrate on circuit boards
  • Works well in wide spaces with broad detection angles
  • Ideal for battery-operated systems

Applications

  • Smart lighting and energy-saving systems
  • Security and surveillance setups
  • Home and office automation
  • Vending machines and kiosks
  • HVAC control systems
  • Touchless automatic devices

How to Use?

To use the EKMC1603111 PIR sensor, connect it to a low voltage DC power supply (3–6V). Mount the sensor on your circuit board or inside your product housing, ensuring it faces the desired detection zone. When a person moves into its detection range, the sensor sends a digital signal to trigger your device (like lights, alarms, or controllers). It works best when mounted at a standard height and angle for optimal coverage.

Why You Should Buy

You should buy the EKMC1603111 if you want a long-range, low-power motion detection sensor for smart and energy-saving applications. It offers fast, reliable detection and is easy to integrate into modern electronic designs.

Where and Who Uses It

  • Where: Homes, offices, hotels, vending machines, building entrances, factories
  • Who: Electronics designers, automation engineers, lighting system developers, IoT product makers

About the Manufacturer

The EKMC series is developed by Panasonic Industry, a trusted name in electronic components. Panasonic PIR sensors are known for their precision, energy efficiency, and reliability—used worldwide in smart homes, security systems, and advanced automation solutions.

 

ProductPIR Motion Sensor
SeriesEKMC
Weight0.002
ManufacturerPanasonic
Manufacturer Part NumberEKMC1603111
Part StatusActive
PackagingBulk
RoHS StatusRoHS compliant
Operating Supply Current170 uA
Sensing Distance12m
Supply Voltage - Max6 Vdc
Supply Voltage - Min3 Vdc