GY-53-L1X Laser Ranging VL53L1X TOF Flight Time Ranging Sensor Module

The VL53L0X is a Time-of-Flight (ToF) laserranging module housed in the smallest package on the market today, providing accurate distance measurement whatever the target reflectance, unlike conventional technologies. It can measure absolute distances up to 2 m, setting a new benchmark in ranging performance levels, opening the door to various new applications.

The VL53L0X integrates a leading-edge SPAD array (single photon avalanche diodes) and embeds ST’s second generation FlightSense patented technology.

The VL53L0X’s 940 nm VCSEL emitter (vertical cavity surface-emitting laser), is totally invisible to the human eye, coupled with internal physical infrared filters, it enables longer ranging distances, higher immunity to ambient light, and better robustness to cover glass optical crosstalk.

This sensor is easy to use and can be easily incorporated. The module can be powered by a source of 2.6V to 5.5V which is then regulated to 2.8V using the onboard regulator. For communication, you can use the I2C communication pins provided. The sensor can easily be implemented by most of the microcontrollers.

Features:

• GY-53 infrared ranging module (VL53L0X + STM32)
• Power supply: 3-5v (low dropout voltage regulator)
• In-built 2.8V linear voltage regulator
• Measures absolute range up to 2 m
• Prevents optical cross-talk efficiently
• Communication mode: serial output, PWM output, the chip itself IIC output
• Default configuration: serial baud rate 9600, automatic output, high precision mode
• Programmable I2C address
• Xshutdown (reset) and interrupt GPIO

Applications:

1. Access control (system activation and presence detection)
2. Robotics (collision avoidance, wall tracking, cliff detection)
3. Home appliance and Home automation
4. Inventory management and liquid level monitoring