Product description: VL6180X time-of-flight - I2C distance and ambient light sensor - Polol 2489.
A digital sensor that combines proximity measurement and the ability to measure ambient light. It operates up to 10 cm with a resolution of 1 mm. It is powered from 2.7 to 5.5 V, has a built-in voltage regulator and communicates via the I2C bus.
The time-of-flight method is based on measuring the time from the emission of an infrared laser pulse to its return to the detector. It is independent of light reflection from the object.
The module has passive elements necessary for the proper functioning of the system. The outputs are popular goldpin connectors, which enable the sensor to be connected bywires ordirectly connected to thecontactplate. The connectors are included in the set for self-soldering.
Product compatible with Arduino The library to connect with Arduino can be found atthis address. |
Communication
The sensor has seven leads for mountinggoldpinconnectors - 2.54 mm raster (included).
Name |
Description |
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VDD | Adjustable output voltage 2.8 V. |
VIN |
Supply voltage of the module from 2.7 V to 5.5 V. The SDA and SCL lines are pulled up to this level with resistors. |
GND | The weight of the system. |
SDA / SDI / SDO |
I2C data line. Low state is 0 V and high state is equal to VIN pin. |
SCL / SPC |
Clock line I2C. Low state is 0 V and high state is equal to VIN pin. |
GPIO0 / CE |
Pin acting as Chip Enable. Default is high. Details indocumentation. |
GPIO1 | Programmable interrupt output. Seedocumentationfor details. |
Sensor specification VL6180X
- Supply voltage: 2.7 V to 5.5 V
- Power consumption: 5 mA
- Measuring range: 0 to 10 cm
- Resolution: 1 mm
- Interface: I2C (TWI)
- Plate dimensions: 13 x 18 x 2 mm
- Weight: 5 g
- Also includes a goldpin strip
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