SKU: SEN0328
TF03, the 3rd-gen TF series laser range sensor, offers 100m/180m detection ranges. Compact (44×42.9×31.8mm) with pulsed ToF principle, it has ±10cm accuracy, 0.1m blind zone, 10KHz frequency, and 100Klux ambient immunity. IP67-rated, it supports UART/CAN/IO, configures parameters, and works with Arduino/Raspberry Pi. Applications include drone terrain following, car collision avoidance, etc.
Downloadable Resources
1. Getting Started
This project includes a PC-based example that demonstrates how to connect the TF Mini laser ranging sensor to a computer using a USB-to-TTL converter and display real-time distance measurements with the provided PC software, as well as important usage notes for the sensor.
2. Example Code for Arduino-Distance Measurement
Use Arduino Uno with software serial to read distance and signal strength from TF03, and display the results on a PC serial port tool.
3. Example Code for Arduino-LCD Distance Display
In this tutorial, an Arduino Uno reads distance and signal strength from the TF03 sensor and displays the data on an RGB LCD. The entire system is powered by a Li-ion battery, allowing it to operate without a PC.
4. Example Code for Arduino-Black and White Line Detection
The TF Mini laser ranging sensor is susceptible to surface reflectivity, making it suitable for close-range black-and-white line detection. By comparing the TF03’s signal-strength output, the system can easily differentiate white (high reflectivity) from black (low reflectivity).
5. Example Code for Raspberry Pi-Distance Measurement
This project shows how to connect the TF03 laser range sensor to a Raspberry Pi via UART and read real-time distance and signal-strength data using Python.
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