Attributes

Brand	-
Category	Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Sensors
Origin	-
Sensor Type	VL53L0X Time-of-Flight
Measurement Range	Up to 2 meters (typical)
Interface	I2C
Operating Voltage	2.6V to 3.5V
Wavelength	940 nm VCSEL
Field of View	25 degrees typical
Accuracy	+/- 3 mm
Dimensions	12mm x 8mm x 2mm
Package Type	Breakout Board with Header Pins
Compatibility	Arduino, Raspberry Pi, STM32

6 reviews

Anonymous

Mar 28, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Solid performance

Used this for an inventory counting prototype. It handled hundreds of cycles without issue. The power consumption is also very low, which is great for battery-operated devices.

Anonymous

Mar 24, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Perfect for robotics projects

This sensor works flawlessly with my Arduino Uno. The I2C communication is stable, and the distance readings are surprisingly accurate for the price point. Great for obstacle avoidance.

Anonymous

Mar 16, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Good value but needs calibration

The module arrived quickly and was well packaged. It required a bit of software calibration to get precise readings in bright light, but once set up, it performs consistently.

Anonymous

Mar 10, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Great learning tool

As a beginner, I found this sensor easy to understand. The only downside is that reflective surfaces can sometimes throw off the reading, but that is expected with ToF technology.

Anonymous

Mar 07, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Compact and reliable

Love how small this breakout board is. It fit perfectly into my compact drone design. The ranging speed is fast enough for real-time applications.

Anonymous

Mar 06, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Easy to integrate

Found plenty of libraries online to get this running immediately. The documentation for the VL53L0X chip is excellent, and this board breaks out all the necessary pins clearly.

5 FAQ

Q: Does this module work directly with 5V logic levels?

A: The sensor operates at 2.6V-3.5V. While many breakout boards include a regulator, the I2C lines are often not 5V tolerant. We recommend using a logic level shifter if connecting to a 5V microcontroller.

Q: Is a library available for Python on Raspberry Pi?

A: Yes, there are several open-source Python libraries available for the VL53L0X that work well with Raspberry Pi GPIO. You can find them on GitHub or via pip.

Q: Does the package include header pins?

A: Yes, this GY-530 breakout board comes with pre-soldered male header pins so you can easily plug it into a breadboard or connect wires.

Q: What is the maximum refresh rate for distance measurements?

A: The VL53L0X can achieve measurement rates up to roughly 50Hz depending on the timing budget configuration set in your code. Higher precision settings may reduce the update rate.

Q: Can this sensor measure through glass?

A: No, Time-of-Flight laser sensors generally cannot measure distances through transparent materials like glass or clear plastic, as the laser passes through or reflects internally.

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