VL53L0X TIME-OF-FLIGHT RANGING AND GESTURE DETECTION SENSOR

Description

This breakout board is a time-of-flight or laser-ranging sensor that can measure the range to a target object of up to 2 m away.

This product is a replacement of: VMA337

Features

• Broad voltage compatibility: This module operates reliably within a voltage range of 3 to 5 VDC, making it suitable for various electronic applications.
• Advanced laser range sensor: This sensor utilizes the ST VL53L0X laser range sensor, a leading technology that ensures reliability and precision.
• Versatile applications: This module is versatile and suitable for various applications, from automation, home automation and robotics to environmental and industrial monitoring.
• STEM project: Develop and improve your STEM skills and acquire the knowledge, skills and experience needed to face the technological challenges of the future with this educational kit. This educational kit will trigger a number of processes such as problem-solving, investigative and creative thinking.
• Made in Belgium: Whadda is a unique brand from Belgium’s Velleman Group that offers DIY projects for hobbyists or makers who want to immerse themselves in electronics, programming and mechanics.

Specifications

• Product basic info:
  • Instruction manual languages: English
  • Primary colours: White
  • Depth unit: 3.8 cm
  • Height unit: 15.5 cm
  • Width unit: 7.8 cm
  • Weight unit: 22 g
• Technical data:
  • Specifications kits & modules: <ul> <li>ST&rsquo;s VL53L0X laser-ranging sensor</li> </ul> <ul> <li>power supply: 3.3 – 5 VDC</li> <li>infrared emitter: 940 nm</li> <li>measuring range: 30 to 2000 mm</li> <li>ranging accuracy: +/- 3 %</li> <li>sampling time: <li>operating temperature: -20 to 70 C</li> <li>interface type : I2C</li> <li>supply current: 10 mA</li> <li>XSHUT and GDPIO voltage: max 2.8 V</li> </ul>
• Operational properties:
  • Coding skill level: 3
  • Electronics skill level: 2
  • Mechanics skill level: 1
  • Soldering skill level: none