Achieve Precision Sensing with the VL6180 ToF Proximity Sensor Nano Breakout
Revolutionize your sensing projects with the 7Semi VL6180X Time-of-Flight (ToF) Range Finder Nano Breakout. This cutting-edge sensor leverages ToF technology to deliver exceptionally accurate and reliable distance measurements. Unlike traditional sensors, the VL6180's performance is target reflectivity or color influences, ensuring consistent results in diverse environments.
Key Features:
- Precision Ranging: Measures absolute distances up to 60 cm (depending on conditions), enabling fine-grained object detection and proximity sensing.
- Robust Performance: Sensor readings remain stable regardless of target surface properties, ensuring accuracy in real-world applications.
- Ambient Light Compensation: Integrated ambient light sensor minimizes interference, guaranteeing reliable operation across various lighting scenarios.
- Space-Efficient Design: Compact nano breakout with Qwiic connector simplifies integration into even the most compact designs.
- Streamlined Interface: I2C interface provides easy device control and data access, streamlining development.
- Advanced Capabilities The VL6180's unique technology opens the door to gesture recognition, enhancing human-machine interaction.
Target Applications:
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Robotics & Automation: Enables precise object detection, collision avoidance, and navigation for autonomous systems.
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Gesture Recognition: Facilitates intuitive, touchless user interfaces for devices and appliances.
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Smart Home & IoT: Enhances presence detection, proximity-based automation, and intelligent device interaction.
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Industrial Sensing: Provides reliable distance measurement for demanding applications in manufacturing, logistics, and process control.
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Wearables and Consumer Electronics: Enables innovative features like proximity sensing and power-efficient user interaction.
Technical Advantages:
- Eliminate Guesswork: Replace unreliable, guesstimate-based sensing with accurate, real-world distance data.
- Simplify Design: The 3-in-1 package (IR emitter, range sensor, ambient light sensor) minimizes design complexity and component count.
- Expand Project Potential: Enable new features and functionalities that were previously challenging with less accurate sensors.
- Integrated VCSEL Emitter: Eliminates the need for an external light source, simplifying design and reducing component count.
- Advanced Algorithms: On-board processing ensures accurate ranging calculations and minimizes host system workload.
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