MaxBotix MB1414 USB-ProxSonar-EZ1 Ultrasonic Sensor - USB Interface

The MB1414 is designed for ultrasonic proximity and presence detection. It reports when a target enters its detection zone and releases the target after it exits, making it ideal for people counting, occupancy sensing, and object detection applications where a simple on/off presence signal is required.

The sensor features an integrated USB interface. Simply connect it to a standard USB port on a computer or compatible microcontroller host board (like a Raspberry Pi). The USB connection provides both 5V power and a serial communication channel for receiving the sensor's detection status and range data.

Yes, the MB1414 supports automatic multi-sensor operation. With proper physical mounting and spacing to minimize acoustic interference, you can operate 8 or more sensors simultaneously. The sensor's firmware manages timing to help prevent crosstalk between units.

The sensor has a configurable target acquire time of approximately 2.5 seconds and a target release time of about 1.5 seconds. These timers help debounce the detection signal, preventing rapid toggling for objects that may be hovering at the edge of the detection zone.

The MB1414 is designed with virtually no dead zone. Objects closer than 6 inches (15 cm) to the transducer are reliably reported as being at the 6-inch distance, ensuring continuous detection coverage right up to the sensor face.