MINI VL53L0X Time-of-Flight (ToF) Laser Ranging Sensor Breakout 940nm GY-VL53L0XV2 Laser Distance Module I2C IIC 3.3V/5V For Arduino – KSH 500 at HIMASTORES Mombasa – best electronics in Kenya
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MINI VL53L0X Time-of-Flight (ToF) Laser Ranging Sensor Breakout 940nm GY-VL53L0XV2 Laser Distance Module I2C IIC 3.3V/5V For Arduino

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KSH 500.00
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Product Description

GYVL53L0XV2 Mini Timeof-Flight (ToF) Laser Ranging Sensor Module

Compact Laser Distance Sensor with I2C Interface for Arduino

The GYVL53L0XV2 is a tiny, selfcontained micro lidar system for measuring precise distances via TimeofFlight technology. It uses invisible 940nm laser pulses to measure how long they take to reflect back, reporting distances up to 2 meters with 1mm resolution [citation:2][citation:6][citation:3].

Accurate Absolute Distance Timeof-Flight measurement ensures the reading is not affected by the target's color or reflectance [citation:2][citation:6].
Compact & Versatile - Small breakout board with a wide 2.6V to 5.5V operating voltage for easy integration [citation:1][citation:2][citation:4].
Operating voltage is 2.6V to 5.5V, compatible with both 3.3V and 5V systems [citation:1][citation:2][citation:4].
Communication is via I2C with built-in level shifters on the breakout board [citation:6].
The sensor's accuracy is generally ±3% but can vary depending on ambient conditions and target properties [citation:1][citation:3][citation:6].

Technical Specifications

ParameterValue
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TechnologyTimeofFlight (ToF), 940nm VCSEL Laser [citation:1][citation:2]
Operating Voltage2.6V to 5.5V [citation:1][citation:2][citation:4]
Maximum Range2 meters [citation:1][citation:2][citation:3]
Resolution1 mm [citation:2][citation:6]
Measurement Speed< 30ms per frame [citation:3]
Power Consumption (Active)~20mW [citation:3]
Standby Current5µA [citation:3]

The VL53L0X is a tiny, self-contained micro lidar system that uses flight sense technology to precisely measure how long it takes for emitted pulses of infrared laser light to reach the nearest object and be reflected back to a detector [citation:2][citation:6].

## Key Features

+Accurate Absolute Distance Measurement - Determines distance independent of object reflectance [citation:2][citation:6].

+Wide Voltage Compatibility - Works with 2.6V to 5.5V power supplies [citation:1][citation:2][citation:4].

+Compact and Robust - Small form factor with resistance to ambient light [citation:1][citation:3].

+Low Power Consumption - 20mW active, 5µA standby for battery projects [citation:3].

+Easy Integration - I2C interface with level shifters for straightforward wiring [citation:6].

+Fast Measurement - Complete measurement in under 30ms [citation:3].

# Applications

  1. Distance measurement and obstacle detection.
  2. Robotics, drones, and IoT devices.
  3. Gesture sensing and user presence detection.
  4. Vending machine and industrial automation [citation:3].
Reliable Distance Sensing - Provides stable distance readings unaffected by target color.
Simple Integration - I2C interface and wide voltage range make it ideal for Arduino projects.

√ Includes XSHUT pin for hardware standby mode and interrupt output [citation:6].

√ Compatible with Arduino, ESP32, and other microcontrollers.

√ RoHS compliant and supports reflow soldering [citation:3].

## Troubleshooting

Sensor not responding:

  • Verify power supply is within 2.6V to 5.5V.
  • Check that the I2C connections (SDA, SCL) are correct and have pull-up resistors.
  • Ensure the XSHUT pin is not being driven low (it has an internal pull-up to enable it by default) [citation:6].

Inaccurate readings:

  • Accuracy can be affected by target reflectance, size, and ambient light conditions [citation:6].
  • For best results, ensure the sensor has a clear path to the target and test under consistent lighting.
  • Consider adding an optically clear cover over the sensor to protect it from environmental factors [citation:5].