VL53L1CXV0FY/1

The VL53L1CXV0FY/1 is a long-distance ranging sensor module manufactured by STMicroelectronics. This module integrates the VL53L1X Time-of-Flight (ToF) ranging sensor, offering accurate distance measurement capabilities in a compact form factor. ToF sensors use laser pulses to measure the time it takes for light to travel to a target and back, providing precise distance measurements with millimeter-level accuracy.

Key Features:

• Long-Distance Ranging: Capable of accurately measuring distances up to several meters, making it suitable for applications requiring long-range sensing capabilities.

• Time-of-Flight (ToF) Technology: Utilizes Time-of-Flight principle to measure distance, offering precise and reliable distance measurements independent of target surface properties such as color or reflectivity.

• Single-Photon Avalanche Diode (SPAD) Array: Features an advanced SPAD array for detecting single photons, enabling accurate distance measurements even in low-light conditions.

• Compact Module Design: Packaged in a compact module form factor, facilitating easy integration into various electronic devices and systems.

• Programmable Region of Interest (ROI): Supports programmable ROI settings, allowing users to customize the sensing area for specific applications and environments.

• Eye Safety Compliance: Ensures compliance with eye safety standards, making it safe for use in consumer and industrial applications.

• I2C Interface: Communicates with the host microcontroller via the I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) interface, providing easy integration and control.

• Low Power Consumption: Designed for low power consumption, suitable for battery-powered and portable applications.

Applications:

• Gesture Recognition: Used in consumer electronics devices for gesture recognition and touchless user interfaces, enabling intuitive interaction with electronic devices.

• Robotics and Automation: Integrated into robots and automation systems for obstacle detection, collision avoidance, and navigation in indoor and outdoor environments.

• Distance Measurement: Employed in industrial automation, logistics, and inventory management systems for accurate distance measurement and object detection.

• Presence Detection: Utilized in smart home devices and security systems for presence detection, occupancy sensing, and intruder detection.

• Mobile Devices: Integrated into smartphones, tablets, and wearables for proximity sensing, autofocus, and camera enhancements.

• Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR): Incorporated into AR/VR headsets and devices for environment mapping, depth sensing, and spatial awareness.

• Automotive Applications: Deployed in automotive applications such as autonomous vehicles, parking assistance systems, and driver monitoring systems for object detection and distance measurement.