Benewake TFmini-S / TFmini Plus Lidar Range Finder Sensor UART I2C Single-Point Micro Ranging Module for Arduino Pixhawk

Description of TFmini-S

New Upgrade TFmini-S Lidar Range Finder Sensor Module 0.1-12m TOF Single Point Micro Ranging for Arduino Pixhawk Drone UART & IIC 0.1-12m
TFmini-S is upgrade version of TFmini.
Compare with TFmini, TFmini-S has these advantages :
①.The blind zone of it is reduced from 30cm to 10cm .
②.Interface supports UART and I2C switching at any time.
③.Light source is VCSEL.
④.FOV is better. TFmini-S is 2°(TFmini is 2.3°).
⑤Same Price with better performance.
Upgrade Overview
TFmini-S is a single-point ranging Lidar based on TFmini upgrade.
The blind zone of it is reduced from 30cm to 10cm, the outdoor ranging performance is further improved, the distance range is not disturbed by ambient light, which can be consistent with the indoor range, and the accuracy is further optimized. The error performance at 10% reflectivity approaches the background of 90% reflectivity, and the interface supports UART and I2C switching at any time.
Specification:
Operating Range : 0.1-12m
Maximum operating range at 10% reflectivity : 5m
Applicable voltage range : 4.5-6V
Average power consumption : 0.12W
FOV : 2°
Communication interface : UART/I2C
Electromagnetic Compatibility(EMC):EN 55032 Class B
Baud rate:115200
Data bit:8
Stop bit:1
Parity bit:0
Minimum resolution ratio : 5mm
Frequency: 100Hz(1-1000Hz adjustable)
Light source:VCSEL
Wavelength:850nm
Operating temperature : 20-60C
Light sensitivity : 70,000lux
Accuracy : 1% (less than 6m), 2% (6m-12m)
Size : 42mm * 15mm * 16mm
Weight : 6.1g
Certification:CE,FCC,ROHS
Major Applications:
Traffic Monitoring
Obstacle detection
Level measurement
Smart device
Security and obstacle avoidance
Drone altitude holding and terrain following
Machine control and safety sensors
Distance measuring instrument
Technical Specifications and Parameters

Product Appearance and Structure

Configurable parameters

Connection:

FAQ
Q1: Is TFmini-S available with 3.3V or other power supply voltage?
A1: Sorry, it is not available for the time being. The Standard power supply of TFmini-S is 5V±0.1V. If you have any further requirement, please contact our sales person to consult a customization design matter.
Q2: TFmini-S will heat up after operating for a while. Is it broken?
A2: This is the normal operating condition of the product. The temperature of the chip and circuit board will slightly up after a continuous operation, which is a normal case.
Q3: Can TFmini-S be connected with Arduino or Raspberry Pi for use?
A3: Yes, it can. TFmini-S adopts serial communication protocol so that it can connect to any control board supporting serial port communication.

Description of TFmini Plus

TFmini Plus, based on TFmini, is a single-point short-range LiDAR. Inherited low cost, small size and low power consumption from TFmini, TFmini Plus has greatly improved its performance - increasing the measurement frequency, reducing blind zone and improving accuracy. Meanwhile, TFmini Plus introduces IP65 enclosures and optimizes various compensation algorithms, which will greatly expand its application fields and scenarios.