Generic GY-6180 VL6180X Distance and Gesture Sensor Module - Blue PCB, I2C Interface
The GY-6180 module integrates the STMicroelectronics VL6180X sensor, providing short-range time-of-flight (ToF) distance measurement, ambient light sensing, and basic gesture recognition via a standard I2C interface, compatible with 3.3V and 5V microcontroller platforms like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and ESP32.
Features
- Integrates STMicroelectronics VL6180X ToF sensor for precise proximity and distance measurement up to 10 cm.
- Combines distance sensing, ambient light sensing (ALS), and simple gesture detection in a single module.
- On-board 2.8V regulator and I2C level shifter for seamless 2.7V to 5.5V system compatibility.
- Compact blue PCB with unsoldered pin headers for flexible integration into custom electronic projects.
- Standard I2C communication protocol with two configurable GPIO pins for interrupts or control.
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The GY-6180 module is built around the VL6180X, a sophisticated proximity and ambient light sensor from STMicroelectronics. It employs a time-of-flight (ToF) measurement principle, where an integrated infrared emitter and receiver calculate distance based on the time taken for reflected light to return, enabling accurate short-range sensing independent of target reflectivity and ambient light.
The module features an on-board voltage regulator to supply the sensor’s required 2.8V core voltage and includes I2C logic level shifters, making it directly compatible with both 3.3V and 5V logic microcontrollers. The two programmable GPIO pins offer flexibility for hardware standby control or interrupt-driven operation, optimizing power consumption and system responsiveness in embedded designs.
Additional Information
| Weight | 0.01 kg |
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| Dimensions | 1.3 × 1 cm |
