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Distance Sensor Breakout - 4 Meter VL53L1X (SparkFun)

The SparkFun Distance Sensor Breakout features the VL53L1X next-generation Time of Flight (ToF) sensor from STMicroelectronics, delivering precise distance measurements in a compact package. It uses a Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Laser (VCSEL) to emit infrared pulses and measure reflection time, providing distance readings from 40mm up to 4 meters with millimeter-level resolution.

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  • 1 × SparkFun Distance Sensor Breakout - 4 Meter, VL53L1X (Qwiic)

169.00 AED 169.00 AED Tax Included
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This breakout supports easy, solderless connections through SparkFun’s Qwiic system, and includes 0.1" spaced pins for breadboard compatibility. It offers a narrow adjustable field of view (15° to 27°) and a fast read rate of up to 50Hz, ideal for quick and accurate distance sensing. The sensor operates between 2.6V and 3.5V and requires removing the protective sticker before use to ensure accuracy.

Features

  • Next-Generation ToF Sensor: VL53L1X for accurate distances up to 4 meters
  • High Precision: Millimeter resolution with ±5mm typical accuracy
  • Compact & Easy to Use: Qwiic solderless connection and breadboard pins
  • Narrow Field of View: Adjustable 15°–27° for precise sensing
  • Fast Read Rate: Up to 50Hz for real-time measurements
  • Low Power: Operates at 20mW power consumption (10Hz read rate)
  • Fixed I2C Address: 0x29; supports multiple sensors via Qwiic Mux

Specifications

  • Operating Voltage: 2.6V – 3.5V
  • Power Consumption: 20mW @ 10Hz
  • Measurement Range: Approximately 40mm to 4000mm
  • Resolution: ±1mm
  • Light Source: Class 1 940nm VCSEL
  • I2C Address: 0x29 (7-bit unshifted)
  • Field of View: 15° to 27°
  • Max Read Rate: 50Hz

Pinout

Pin Description Direction
GND Ground In
3.3V Power Supply In
SDA I2C Data In
SCL I2C Clock In
INT Interrupt (goes low when data ready) Out
SHUT Shutdown (pull low to enter shutdown mode) In

Applications

  • Proximity sensing in robotics and automation
  • Object detection for drones, vehicles, and smart systems
  • Range finding for cameras and motion-triggered devices
  • Distance measurement in industrial and consumer electronics