The D500 Developer Kit is a 360° omni-directional DTOF laser ranging lidar sensor with UART bus communication, intended for robot mapping, obstacle detection, and autonomous navigation. BDTronics provides this DTOF LiDAR kit for robotics, electronics, and prototyping applications in Bangladesh. It uses direct time-of-flight measurement to obtain contour and point-cloud information around the sensor, with a 0.03 to 12 m ranging distance and a 360° scanning angle.

Features:

• DTOF direct time-of-flight laser ranging technology for consistent accuracy across the detection range.
• 0.03 to 12 m ranging distance with ±10 mm accuracy from 0.03 to 0.5 m, ±20 mm from 0.5 to 2 m, and ±30 mm from 2 to 12 m.
• 360° omni-directional scanning for contour mapping and obstacle point-cloud data.
• Scanning frequency of 6 to 13 Hz, typically 10 Hz.
• 5000 Hz ranging frequency and UART communication at 230400 baud.
• 895 to 915 nm wavelength, typically 905 nm, with 60 KLux ambient light tolerance.
• 5 V power supply, 1.45 W power consumption, and 290 mA operating current.
• Brushless motor design with quiet operation and 10000+ hours lifetime.
• Compact 54.00 × 46.29 × 35.00 mm form factor and 45 g sensor weight.
• FDA Class 1 laser safety rating.

Specifications:

Specification	Details
Ranging Distance	0.03 to 12.00 m
Ranging Average Accuracy	±10 mm within 0.03 to 0.5 m; ±20 mm within 0.5 to 2 m; ±30 mm within 2 to 12 m
Scanning Frequency	6 to 13 Hz, typical 10 Hz
Scanning Angle	360°
Ranging Frequency	5000 Hz
Wavelength	895 to 915 nm, typical 905 nm
Communication Interface	UART at 230400 baud
Ambient Light Tolerance	60 KLux
Power Supply	5 V
Power Consumption	1.45 W
Operating Current	290 mA
Sensor Weight	45 g
Operating Temperature	-10 to 45°C
Lifetime	10000+ hours
Dimensions	54.00 × 46.29 × 35.00 mm

Applications:

• Robot autonomous mapping and navigation
• Obstacle detection and contour mapping
• Point-cloud data collection for robotics development
• Indoor and outdoor distance measurement and mapping where ambient light is within the supported range
• Large-area cruising and mapping for mobile robots

How to Use:

1. Mount the D500 LiDAR Kit securely on the robot or test platform.
2. Connect the 5 V power and UART communication lines using the included adapter and 4-pin cable.
3. Configure the host UART interface for 230400 baud communication.
4. Use the official D500 LiDAR Kit wiki for pinout details, sample code, and software setup.

Installation and Wiring:

Power the lidar from a stable 5 V supply and connect the UART bus according to the D500 LiDAR Kit wiki. The package includes an adapter, a USB Type A to Micro USB cable, and a 4-pin cable for integration. BDTronics supplies this kit for development work, and the example product image shows a Raspberry Pi 4B setup that is not included.

Compatibility:

• UART-capable host controllers and development boards
• Raspberry Pi 4B example setup shown on the product page, with the Raspberry Pi not included
• Robotics and mapping projects that require 360° laser ranging and obstacle detection

Safety Information:

• This is an FDA Class 1 laser product; handle it responsibly and avoid direct eye exposure.
• Use the specified 5 V supply and operate within the stated -10 to 45°C temperature range.
• Keep the sensor and cables clear of moving robot parts during operation.

Package Includes:

• D500 LiDAR Kit x1
• Adapter x1
• USB Type A to Micro USB cable about 20 cm x1
• 4-pin cable about 100 mm x1

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