VL53L0X Time-of-Flight (ToF) Laser Ranging Sensor Breakout 940nm GY-VL53L0XV2 Laser Distance Module I2C IIC

Infrared ranging module

Model: GY-VL53L0X

Chip used: VL53L0X

Power supply: 2.8-5v

Communication mode: IIC communication protocol (fully compatible with 3-5v system)

Module size: 10.5mm*13.3mm, mounting hole: 3mm

ST announced the VL53L0, the second generation of its laser ranging smart sensor. The new smart sensor is based on the successful FlightSense™ technology, which enables faster, farther and longer ranging capabilities, significantly improving the photo performance of mobile phones and tablets. Opening up new application opportunities for intelligent robotics, user detection, drones, iot and wearables markets.

At 4.4 x 2.4 x 1mm, the VL53L0 is the world's smallest Time-of-Flight (ToF) module, as well as a smart sensor that integrates a 940nm VCSEL light source, a SPAD photon detector, and an advanced microcontroller that manages the entire ranging function. Market application 940 nm light emitting module, combined with advanced infrared filter, VL53L0 has the industry's best ambient light anti-interference performance, reducing the impact of ambient light to. In end-product applications, embedded microcontrollers and digital algorithms can minimize host processing load and system power consumption.

Eric Aussedat, General manager of ST's Imaging Products Group, said: "ST's technological advances in ToF sensors are bringing a better user experience to tens of thousands of consumers, revolutionizing the way they take pictures and videos with their smartphones and tablets. St introduced a fully integrated ToF ranging smart sensor in 2014, which has since been successfully used by several Oems for laser-assisted autofocus. Today, with the arrival of the VL53L0, ST is setting a new benchmark for ranging product performance, opening up new opportunities for developers to develop new applications in the intelligent robotics and iot markets."

VL53L0 can complete all measurement operations in one frame, usually less than 30ms, and the distance is less than 2 meters. Such ranging performance allows the camera system to focus instantaneously in camera and continuous shooting mode, even in low light or low contrast scenes to maintain the same performance, and for camera systems without ToF technology, low light or low contrast scenes are a huge challenge. Due to its excellent range, the VL53L0 also improves smartphone application performance, including dual camera depth maps. St's VL53L0 module is easy to use (6 effective pins), provides an I2C interface, comes with a full set of API drivers and technical documentation, and makes system integration fast and easy. The module package supports reflow soldering process, complies with RoHS hazardous material restrictions, and is fully compatible with various glass covers and designs.