The GY-VL53L0XV2 module uses STMicroelectronics’ VL53L0X sensor to measure absolute distance using infrared laser pulses. It operates independently of target reflectance, making it ideal for robotics, gesture sensing, and proximity detection. With onboard voltage regulation and level shifting, it integrates easily with 3.3 V and 5 V systems.

Specifications

• Sensor Chip: VL53L0X (FlightSense™ technology)
• Measurement Range: 30 mm to 2000 mm (typical)
• Resolution: 1 mm
• Accuracy: ±3% (ideal conditions), up to ±10% (low reflectance or ambient light)
• Interface: I²C (SDA/SCL, level-shifted to VIN)
• Operating Voltage: 2.6 V to 5.5 V DC (VIN)
• Regulated Output: 2.8 V (VDD pin, ~150 mA available)
• Current Consumption: ~20–60 mA (active with LED)
• Emitter Type: 940 nm VCSEL (Class 1 eye-safe laser)
• Shutdown Pin: XSHUT (active-low, not level-shifted)

Features

• Time-of-Flight (ToF) laser ranging independent of target color or reflectance
• Integrated IR filter and VCSEL emitter for ambient light immunity
• Onboard white LED for target illumination
• Level-shifted I²C interface for 3.3 V and 5 V microcontrollers
• Programmable I²C address and interrupt support
• Ideal for robotics, gesture recognition, object detection, and cliff sensing
• Common use cases:
  • Collision avoidance in mobile robots
  • Smart dispensers and proximity triggers
  • Liquid level monitoring and inventory systems
  • Touchless UI and gesture-based control