Overview

VL53L1X Distance Sensor is a Time-of-Flight (ToF) ranging module based on the VL53L1X from ST, with accurate ranging up to 4m and fast ranging
frequency up to 50 Hz, it is controlled through I2C interface, and pretty low power consumption.

The VL53L1X is a ToF sensor which embeds the ST's third generation FlightSense patented technology. Compared with the second generation VL53L0X,
the VL53L1X extends the ToF ranging distance up to 4m, and features fast ranging frequency up to 50 Hz.

Unlike conventional ranging sensors, the VL53L1X integrates physical infrared filters and optics, uses ST's latest generation ToF technology which allows
absolute distance measurement whatever the target color and reflectance, achieves better anti-interference capability.

Specifications

Operating voltage: 3.3V/5V
Dimension: 20mm × 24mm
Mounting holes size: 2.0mm
Ranging distance: 40 ~ 4000mm
Ranging accuracy: ±5%
Ranging time (min): 20ms (short distance mode), 33ms (medium/long distance mode)
Field of view: 27°
Laser wavelength: 940nm
Operating temperature: -20 ~ 80°C

Applications

Mobile robot (fast distance ranging, obstacle detecting, wall tracking)
User detection to power on/off and lock/unlock devices like personal computers/laptops/tablets
Drones (landing assistance, hovering, ceiling detection)
Smart building and lighting (people detection, 1D gesture recognition)
Camera (autofocus enhancement in low light, video focus tracking assistance)

Pinouts
VCC: 3.3V/5V power input
GND: ground
SDA: I2C data pin
SCL: I2C clock pin
SHUT: shutdown control, connects to IO pin
INT: interrupt output, connects to IO pin