VL53L0X Time of Flight Distance ToF Sensor

Description

This is a ToF distance sensor based on VL53L0X, the The VL53L0X is a new generation Time-of-Flight (ToF) laser-ranging module housed in the smallest package on the market today, providing accurate distance measurement whatever the target reflectances unlike conventional technologies. It can measure absolute distances up to 2m, setting a new benchmark in ranging performance levels, opening the door to various new applications.

The VL53L0X integrates a leading-edge SPAD array (Single Photon Avalanche Diodes) and embeds ST’s second generation FlightSenseTM patented technology.

The VL53L0X’s 940nm VCSEL emitter (Vertical Cavity Surface-Emitting Laser), is totally invisible to the human eye, coupled with internal physical infrared filters, it enables longer ranging distance, higher immunity to ambient light and better robustness to cover-glass optical cross-talk

• Operating Voltage: 3V-5V
• Interface: IIC Up to 400 kHz (FAST mode) serial bus
• I2C Address: 0x52
• Measuring Absolute Distance: 2m
• Dimension: 25 x 10.7mm
• Weight: 0.8g
• Optical cover plate: Measurement is more accurate when using optical cover plate and VL53L0X V2 together. Can protect the sensor.

Links:

• Schematic
• VL53L0X datasheet
• VL53L0X Library