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45509 LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Infrared Sensor
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45509 LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Infrared Sensor
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LEGO 45509 EV3 Infrared Sensor is a Mindstorms set currently valued at $46 for new and sealed sets. Annual appreciation has averaged 3.41% since release. Used copies are valued between $16 and $21 depending on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $42 and $52.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set EV3 Infrared Sensor since June 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 45509-1 EV3 Infrared Sensor is a Mindstorms EV3 set released in 2013, containing 1 piece. It is an accessory sensor designed for use with set 31313 Mindstorms EV3. The EV3 Infrared Sensor detects and reads signals emitted by the EV3 Infrared Beacon, allowing EV3 robots to respond to remote commands and infrared tracking input. It was released as a standalone component within the EV3 system.

A new and sealed EV3 Infrared Sensor is currently valued at around $46, with annual growth of approximately 3%. The average used price is $18 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $47 within the next year. New and sealed listings currently range from $42 to $54.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (NL) Completely new in sealed bag $41.54
-9.0%
(NL) Completely new in sealed bag $41.54
-9.0%
(HU) No Paypal fee. $42.80
-6.3%
(KR) BrickLink store Brickshop in Corea $45.00
-1.4%
(US) Amazon listing for EV3 Infrared Sensor $47.94
+5.0%
(MO) NO PAYPAL FEES If you need more, please contact me $48.50
+6.2%
(IT) BrickLink store MATTES STORE $52.05
+14.0%
(US) FACTORY SEALED BUT BAG MAY HAVE MINOR DEFECTS $55.99
+22.6%
(JP) 45507 EV3 Touch Sensor Detects Press Release $62.35
+36.6%

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 45509 EV3 Infrared Sensor.

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends (number sold) of new/sealed 45509 EV3 Infrared Sensor.

Sets in Mindstorms / EV3

31313 Mindstorms EV3

Theme / Subtheme Mindstorms / EV3
Year 2013
Pieces 601
Availability Retired
31313 LEGO Mindstorms EV3
Retail $349.99
Value $529.96
Growth  +51.4%
Annual growth 6.0%

45500 EV3 Intelligent Brick

Theme / Subtheme Mindstorms / EV3
Year 2013
Pieces 1
Availability Retired
45500 LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Intelligent Brick
Retail $189.99
Value $199.69
Growth  +5.1%
Annual growth 2.4%

45502 EV3 Large Servo Motor

Theme / Subtheme Mindstorms / EV3
Year 2013
Pieces 1
Availability Retired
45502 LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Large Servo Motor
Retail $24.99
Value $105.20
Growth  +321.0%
Annual growth 14.6%

45503 EV3 Medium Servo Motor

Theme / Subtheme Mindstorms / EV3
Year 2013
Pieces 1
Availability Retired
45503 LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Medium Servo Motor
Retail $19.99
Value $89.10
Growth  +345.7%
Annual growth 9.0%

45504 EV3 Ultrasonic Sensor

Theme / Subtheme Mindstorms / EV3
Year 2013
Pieces 1
Availability Retired
45504 LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Ultrasonic Sensor
Retail $29.99
Value $60.03
Growth  +100.2%
Annual growth 4.8%

45505 EV3 Gyro Sensor

Theme / Subtheme Mindstorms / EV3
Year 2013
Pieces 1
Availability Retired
45505 LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Gyro Sensor
Retail $29.99
Value $34.67
Growth  +15.6%
Annual growth 1.6%

45506 EV3 Color Sensor

Theme / Subtheme Mindstorms / EV3
Year 2013
Pieces 1
Availability Retired
45506 LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Color Sensor
Retail $39.99
Value $68.92
Growth  +72.3%
Annual growth 3.6%

45507 EV3 Touch Sensor

Theme / Subtheme Mindstorms / EV3
Year 2013
Pieces 1
Availability Retired
45507 LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Touch Sensor
Retail $19.99
Value $22.79
Growth  +14.0%
Annual growth 2.9%

45508 EV3 Infrared Beacon

Theme / Subtheme Mindstorms / EV3
Year 2013
Pieces 1
Availability Retired
45508 LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Infrared Beacon
Retail $29.99
Value $36.24
Growth  +20.8%
Annual growth 2.0%

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About Mindstorms EV3

The LEGO Mindstorms EV3 was the third generation Mindstorms product and a major upgrade of the NXT platform being released in 2013. The EV3 can be controlled by smart-devices such as mobile devices and can also boot an alternative OS from a microSD card.

EV3 was introduced in 2013 and currently consists of 10 sets. As of today, 31313 Mindstorms EV3 is the most valuable EV3 set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $530.
Summary
Mindstorms EV3 EV3 Infrared Sensor set 45509 was released in November 2013, retailing for $30, but has since been retired. New, unopened EV3 Infrared Sensor sets are valued at $46, while used sets can be found for $18 in good condition.
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The digital EV3 Infrared Seeking Sensor detects proximity to the robot and reads signals emitted by the EV3 Infrared Beacon. Students can create remotely-controlled robots, navigate obstacle courses and learn how infrared technology is used in TV remotes, surveillance systems and even in target acquisition equipment.

Proximity measurement of approximately 50-70 cm
Working distance from the beacon of up to two meters
Supports four signal channels
Receives IR remote commands
Auto-IDis built into the EV3 software
Description provided by LEGO©