Distance sensors turn the physical world into numeric data, letting a controller know how far objects are or whether they are moving. Laser‑based time‑of‑flight modules deliver millimetre‑level precision over metres, making them suitable for navigation, obstacle avoidance and object tracking. Larger‑range LIDAR units add high‑speed sampling for drones or autonomous platforms, while doppler radar and PIR devices detect motion without line‑of‑sight, useful in security or presence‑based control. Simple mechanical bumpers act as binary switches to flag collisions instantly.
Key attributes include measurement range, update rate, power consumption and the communication interface such as I²C or Qwiic, which simplifies wiring. Robust housing and IP ratings ensure reliable operation in harsh environments, and the compact form factor aids integration into tight robotic or embedded designs.
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This is a simple to use motion sensor. Power it up and wait 1-2 seconds for the sensor to get a snapshot of the still room. If anything moves after that period the 'alarm' pin will go low.This unit works great from 5 to 12V (datasheet shows 12V). More Details...
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This SparkFun Distance Sensor Breakout utilizes the VL53L4CD next generation ToF sensor module to give you the highly accurate measurement given its size. More Details...
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Measure up to 4 meters with millimetre precision with this VL53L1X ToF sensor, which uses laser technology to provide accurate distance readings via I2C/Qwiic. More Details...
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The SparkFun VCNL4040 Breakout provides simple, qualitative proximity detection up to 20cm with zero dead zone and an integrated ambient light sensor, all accessible via Qwiic. More Details...
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The SparkFun Qwiic Pulsed Coherent Radar Sensor - Acconeer XM125 brings powerful 60 GHz radar technology to your projects. More Details...
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The SparkFun Qwiic Mini dToF TMF8820 Imager is a direct time-of-flight sensor that includes a single modular package with an associated VCSEL. More Details...
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This is the SparkFun RGB and Gesture Sensor a small breakout board with a built in APDS-9960 sensor that offers ambient light and colour measuring proximity detection and touchless gesture sensing. More Details...
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This economical sensor provides 2cm to 4m of non-contact measurement functionality with a ranging accuracy that can reach up to 3mm. More Details...
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Unlock advanced 2D and 3D perception with the CygLiDAR D2, a compact, ultra-durable, solid-state sensor built for demanding drone, robotic, and automated systems. More Details...
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The Doppler Radar Sensor Module - RCWL-0516 is a sensor module for detecting moving objects. More Details...
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