Product Overview

The VL6180X ToF Proximity Sensor Nano Breakout Qwiic is a compact module that utilizes Time-of-Flight technology to measure distances up to 60 cm with high accuracy. It features an I2C interface for easy integration and includes a Qwiic connector for plug-and-play compatibility with various development boards. This sensor is ideal for applications requiring precise proximity detection and distance measurement.

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:

Robotics & Automation: Enables precise object detection, collision avoidance, and navigation for autonomous systems.
Gesture Recognition: Facilitates intuitive, touchless user interfaces for devices and appliances.
Smart Home & IoT: Enhances presence detection, proximity-based automation, and intelligent device interaction.
Industrial Sensing: Provides reliable distance measurement for demanding applications in manufacturing, logistics, and process control.
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.