Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Sensors |
| Origin | - |
| Sensor Type | Time-of-Flight (ToF) |
| Measurement Range | Up to 4 meters |
| Interface | I2C |
| Operating Voltage | 2.6V to 3.5V |
| Wavelength | 940 nm VCSEL |
| Field of View | 25 degrees typical |
| Accuracy | +/- 3 mm |
| Package Type | Module with Breakout Board |
| Compatibility | Arduino, Raspberry Pi, STM32 |
| Dimensions | 12mm x 8mm x 2mm |
Anonymous
Mar 30, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good for educational kits
We bought ten of these for our student workshop. Most worked flawlessly. One unit had a slightly noisy reading, but swapping the I2C pull-up resistors fixed the issue. Great learning tool for ToF technology.
Anonymous
Mar 27, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great value but needs calibration
Works well out of the box, though I had to tweak the calibration settings for my specific lighting conditions. Once set up, it provides consistent readings up to about 3.5 meters as advertised.
Anonymous
Mar 23, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Exceeded expectations
I was skeptical about the range claims, but it consistently measures distances accurately even on dark surfaces. The power consumption is also very low, which is crucial for my battery-powered application.
Anonymous
Mar 20, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Compact and reliable
The small form factor fits perfectly into tight spaces in my drone project. It handles ambient light better than ultrasonic sensors I have used previously. Highly recommended for hobbyists.
Anonymous
Mar 15, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Easy to integrate
Documentation is clear and the sample code works immediately. I appreciate that it supports both VL53L0X and VL53L1X protocols depending on how you configure it. No issues so far after two weeks of continuous testing.
Anonymous
Mar 01, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for robotics projects
This sensor is incredibly accurate for short-range detection. I used it on my line-following robot and the response time is excellent. The I2C library provided by the manufacturer made integration with Arduino seamless.
Q: Is there a library available for Python?
A: Yes, there are several open-source Python libraries available for Raspberry Pi and other Linux-based single-board computers that support this sensor via the I2C interface.
Q: How does ambient sunlight affect performance?
A: Strong direct sunlight can interfere with the 940nm wavelength. While the sensor has filters to reduce noise, performance is best in indoor environments or shaded outdoor areas.
Q: What is the maximum refresh rate?
A: The refresh rate depends on your configuration and timing budget settings. Typically, you can achieve between 30Hz to 60Hz for standard ranging modes.
Q: Can it measure through glass?
A: No, Time-of-Flight sensors generally cannot measure distance through transparent materials like glass because the laser passes through rather than reflecting back. It may provide erratic readings in such scenarios.
Q: Does this module work with 5V logic levels?
A: The sensor operates at 2.6V to 3.5V. If your microcontroller uses 5V logic, you must use a logic level converter or ensure your board has built-in level shifting to avoid damaging the sensor.
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