Hypersen HPS-166C-L ToF Ranging Sensor 25M Range 54Hz CAN Interface

The sensor uses a CAN (Controller Area Network) bus interface. You will need a microcontroller or PLC with a CAN controller (e.g., an STM32, Arduino with MCP2515 shield, or industrial gateway) to communicate with it. The sensor acts as a CAN node, broadcasting distance data packets that can be filtered and read by the host controller.

The sensor requires a DC power supply between 5V and 15V. Connect the positive lead to the sensor's V+ input and the negative to GND. The CAN_H and CAN_L pins must be connected to the corresponding lines on your CAN bus network, typically with 120-ohm termination resistors at each end of the bus for proper signal integrity.

Yes, the HPS-166C-L is designed for harsh environments. Its housing is constructed from waterproof ABS plastic and aviation aluminum, providing protection against dust and water ingress. Combined with its operating temperature range of -10°C to +55°C, it is suitable for many outdoor applications like drones and perimeter security.

The sensor's output rate can be configured within a range of 6Hz to 54Hz to balance update speed with power consumption and data bus load. The specific method for setting a fixed rate (e.g., via CAN configuration command or hardware pin) should be confirmed in the official Hypersen datasheet, as it allows optimization for applications from slow monitoring to high-speed robotics.

The maximum 25-meter range is achieved under ideal conditions: a highly reflective target, minimal ambient infrared interference, and within the specified operating temperature. Performance can be reduced by low-reflectivity targets (dark colors), very bright ambient light (direct sunlight), or heavy fog/rain. The integrated compensation algorithms help mitigate some of these effects.