Capable of measuring distances up to 4m maximum

Mouser Electronics supplies the VL53L1X ToF distance measurement proximity sensor from STMicroelectronics (ST). The VL53L1X, part of ST's FlightSense™ product family, is the fastest compact ToF sensor on the market, accurately measuring distances up to 4m maximum, and features a fast frequency of up to 50Hz.

The ST VL53L1X ToF proximity sensor supplied by Mouser is an integrated compact module that includes a 940nm laser driver and emitter. It is equipped with a SPAD (single-photon avalanche diode) photodetector array, providing excellent distance measurement speed and reliability. The VL53L1X offers a standard 27-degree field of view (FoV) and programmable ROI (region of interest) size on the SPAD array, allowing the host to control FoV reduction and operation in multiple regions.

The VL53L1X proximity sensor uses a single power supply and I2C interface, and is pin-for-pin compatible with ST's previous-generation VL53L0X sensor, enabling easy replacement of existing products. It supports laser-based autofocus and image focus functions, making it suitable for various applications such as user detection in personal computers, IoT (Internet of Things) devices, smart vending machines, smart lighting, service robots, and drones.

The VL53L1X sensor is supported by the X-NUCLEO-53L1A1 expansion board and P-NUCLEO-53L1A1 evaluation kit. The X-NUCLEO-53L1A1 expansion board for ST Nucleo STM32 development boards includes two VL53L1X breakout boards. It also includes one cover glass holder and three spacers of different heights, enabling simulation of the environment as closely as possible to the final application. The P-NUCLEO-53L1A1 evaluation kit includes all elements contained in the X-NUCLEO-53L1A1, and additionally includes an STM32F401RE Nucleo board, allowing you to experiment with new ideas and develop prototypes using the STM32 microcontroller.