The VL53L0X Time-of-Flight (ToF) Laser Ranging Sensor Module is a compact, high-precision distance measurement sensor designed for accurate non-contact distance detection using infrared laser ToF technology. BDTronics offers this GY-VL53L0XV2 VL53L0X distance sensor for Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, STM32, robotics, automation, and embedded electronics projects in Bangladesh.

Unlike traditional infrared distance sensors that estimate distance based heavily on target reflectivity, the VL53L0X uses a Time-of-Flight measurement principle to determine the absolute distance to an object. BDTronics provides this compact 940nm laser ranging sensor with an easy-to-use I2C interface and level-shifted communication lines, making it suitable for a wide range of 3.3V and 5V development boards.

The sensor can measure distances from approximately 30mm up to 2000mm, depending on target conditions and environmental factors. Its compact 20 × 22mm module size makes it useful where PCB space is limited, while the 25° field of view allows focused object detection for robotics, automation, obstacle sensing, and measurement applications.

(NOTE: This product uses laser. Please read the documentation to learn more about safety and precautions.)

Features:

• VL53L0X Time-of-Flight (ToF) distance measurement technology

• High-precision non-contact distance measurement

• 940nm infrared laser emitter

• Distance measurement range of approximately 30mm to 2000mm

• Typical maximum range up to 2 meters under suitable target conditions

• 25° field of view (FOV)

• I2C digital communication interface

• Gravity-I2C compatible interface

• Wide input supply voltage range from 2.6V to 5.5V DC

• Integrated level shifting for I2C communication

• Suitable for both 3.3V and 5V microcontroller systems when powered within the specified input range

• Compact 20 × 22mm module design

• Active-low VXSHUT hardware shutdown input

• Fast measurement with sampling time of ≤30ms

• Operating temperature range from -20°C to +70°C

• Suitable for Arduino, ESP32, ESP8266, Raspberry Pi, STM32 and other I2C-enabled controllers

• Useful for robotics, obstacle detection, automatic control systems, proximity sensing and distance measurement

• Digital output eliminates the need for analog distance-voltage conversion

• Provides absolute distance measurement using ToF technology

Specifications:

• Sensor IC: VL53L0X

• Sensor Type: Time-of-Flight (ToF) Laser Distance Sensor

• Measurement Technology: Infrared Time-of-Flight

• Infrared Emitter Wavelength: 940nm

• Measurement Range: 30mm to 2000mm

• Maximum Measurement Distance: Up to 2m

• Field of View: 25°

• Ranging Accuracy: ±3%

• Sampling Time: ≤30ms

• Input Power Supply: 2.6V to 5.5V DC

• Sensor Operating Voltage: 2.8V

• Interface: I2C

• Interface Type: Gravity-I2C

• I2C Logic: Level shifted to VIN

• Shutdown Input: VXSHUT, active-low

• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C

• Module Dimensions: 20 × 22mm

• Module Dimensions in Inches: Approximately 0.787 × 0.866 inches

• Communication Lines: SDA, SCL

• Ground Connection: GND

• Power Connection: VIN

Pin Description:

• VIN: Main power supply input. Accepts 2.6V to 5.5V DC. The I2C SDA and SCL level shifters pull the communication lines up to the VIN voltage level.

• GND: Ground or 0V power connection. The microcontroller, development board and sensor must share a common ground for reliable I2C communication.

• SDA: I2C data line. This line is level-shifted, with HIGH corresponding to VIN and LOW corresponding to 0V.

• SCL: I2C clock line. This line is level-shifted, with HIGH corresponding to VIN and LOW corresponding to 0V.

• VXSHUT: Active-low hardware shutdown input. The module normally pulls this pin up to VDD so the VL53L0X remains enabled. Pulling VXSHUT LOW places the sensor into hardware standby.

How VL53L0X ToF Distance Measurement Works:

• The VL53L0X emits infrared light at approximately 940nm toward the target.

• The sensor measures the time required for the emitted light to travel to the target and return to the receiver.

• Distance is calculated from the measured Time-of-Flight rather than relying only on reflected light intensity.

• This allows the sensor to provide a digital distance measurement that is less dependent on target color and reflectivity than conventional analog infrared proximity sensors.

• Measurement performance can still vary depending on surface properties, ambient lighting, target angle and environmental conditions.

• The sensor communicates the measured distance digitally through the I2C interface.

How to Use:

• Connect VIN to a suitable 2.6V–5.5V DC power source.

• Connect GND to the controller ground.

• Connect SDA to the microcontroller's I2C SDA pin.

• Connect SCL to the microcontroller's I2C SCL pin.

• Keep the sensor and microcontroller on a common ground.

• Use a suitable VL53L0X library or I2C driver in the microcontroller program.

• Initialize the VL53L0X sensor through I2C.

• Start distance measurements according to the library or application requirements.

• Read the measured distance digitally through I2C.

• For multiple VL53L0X sensors, VXSHUT can be used to control individual sensors during startup and assign different I2C addresses where supported by the application.

VXSHUT Pin Operation:

• VXSHUT is an active-low hardware shutdown control input.

• Keeping VXSHUT HIGH or allowing the module's pull-up to maintain its default state keeps the sensor enabled.

• Pulling VXSHUT LOW places the VL53L0X into hardware standby.

• VXSHUT is useful when controlling multiple VL53L0X sensors on the same I2C bus because multiple sensors can initially be enabled individually and configured with different I2C addresses.

• VXSHUT is not level-shifted on this module, so its control voltage should be appropriate for the connected controller and sensor logic.

I2C Connection:

• VIN → Controller supply

• GND → Controller GND

• SDA → I2C SDA

• SCL → I2C SCL

• VXSHUT → Optional GPIO control

• The onboard level shifting allows SDA and SCL to operate relative to the module's VIN level.

• Use standard I2C wiring practices and keep communication wires reasonably short for reliable operation.

Arduino and ESP32 Applications:

• VL53L0X can be connected to Arduino boards through their I2C pins.

• ESP32 development boards can communicate with the sensor using the ESP32 hardware I2C peripheral.

• The module is suitable for applications requiring digital distance data rather than an analog voltage output.

• Common projects include robot obstacle detection, automatic doors, object counters, proximity-triggered systems, smart bins, robotic navigation and position sensing.

• Appropriate VL53L0X libraries can simplify sensor initialization, ranging configuration and distance reading.

Raspberry Pi and Embedded Applications:

• The module can be connected to Raspberry Pi through the I2C interface.

• Enable I2C on the Raspberry Pi before communicating with the sensor.

• The digital I2C interface makes it suitable for Linux-based embedded systems and Python-based robotics projects.

• Multiple sensors can be useful for multi-directional object detection when their shutdown inputs and I2C addresses are properly managed.

Common Applications:

• Robotics distance sensing

• Robot obstacle detection

• Autonomous robot navigation

• Object detection

• Proximity sensing

• Distance measurement

• Automatic doors and gates

• Industrial automation

• Smart home automation

• Object counting systems

• Position detection

• Linear movement measurement

• Level detection

• Touchless control systems

• Gesture and presence detection

• Mobile robot navigation

• Arduino projects

• ESP32 projects

• ESP8266 projects

• Raspberry Pi projects

• STM32 embedded projects

• IoT devices

• Electronic measurement systems

• Educational electronics projects

• Embedded control systems

Important Usage Notes:

• The specified 2m range is dependent on the target surface and environmental conditions.

• Dark, angled, transparent or highly absorbent surfaces may provide shorter effective measurement distances.

• Strong ambient infrared light can influence ranging performance.

• Ensure the sensor has a clear optical path to the target.

• Avoid placing objects immediately in front of the sensor's optical window.

• Do not exceed the specified 2.6V–5.5V input supply range.

• Ensure I2C devices share a common ground.

• VXSHUT should be handled according to its active-low logic and is not level-shifted.

• For applications requiring maximum accuracy, mechanical alignment and target characteristics should be considered during installation.

Why Choose VL53L0X GY-VL53L0XV2 from BDTronics

BDTronics offers the VL53L0X GY-VL53L0XV2 module as a compact digital ToF distance sensor for electronics development, robotics, automation and embedded projects. Its 940nm infrared emitter, I2C interface, wide input supply range and compact PCB design make it convenient for integration with popular microcontrollers and development platforms.

For Bangladesh-based electronics projects, this VL53L0X laser ranging module is a practical option when accurate digital distance measurement is required without using a conventional analog IR distance sensor.

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