Proximity & Distance
Proximity and distance sensors for every project — ultrasonic, IR, LiDAR, ToF, and capacitive types, all stocked in Australia. Whether you're building a robot, an obstacle-avoidance system, or a smart home trigger, you'll find the right sensor here.
Popular with makers, students, and engineers alike, these sensors suit Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and microcontroller projects at any skill level. From short-range gesture detection to 50m laser ranging, there's a solution for hobbyist, STEM, and professional applications.
IR Infrared Obstacle Avoidance Sensor Module
SKU: LB-LR0062 | Brand: Little Bird
This IR sensor can detect obstacles in front of it. When an object is detected the green indicator light on the board will light up. There is a low-level output signal on the OUT port.It has a detection range of...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Sonar:bit for micro:bit Ultrasonic Sensor Distance Measuring 3V/5V
SKU: EF-EF04089 | Brand: ElecFreaks
Sonar:bit is a 3-wire ultrasonic distance sensor designed for micro:bit and Arduino projects. Operating on 3–5V, it works directly with both 3.3V and 5V systems using a single GVS cable — saving an I/O port compared t...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Adafruit VL53L4CX Time of Flight Distance Sensor - ~1 to 6000mm
SKU: AF-5425 | Brand: Adafruit
The Adafruit VL53L4CX is the longest-range Time-of-Flight (ToF) distance sensor in ST's VL5 series, measuring from approximately 1 mm up to 6000 mm (6 metres). It uses an invisible laser to precisely time how long lig...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Gravity: VL53L0X ToF Laser Range Finder
SKU: DF-SEN0245 | Brand: DFRobot
The VL53L0X laser range finder is a high-precision distance sensor that based on new Time-of-Flight (ToF) principle. VL53L0X provides accurate distance measurement whatever the target reflection unlike traditional ...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
HC-SR04 Ultrasonic Sonar Distance Sensor + 2 x 10K resistors
SKU: AF-3942 | Brand: Adafruit
The HC-SR04 is an ultrasonic distance sensor that measures distances from approximately 2 cm to 400 cm (best results between 10–250 cm). Widely used in robotics, automation, interactive art, and motion sensing project...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Laser Detector module
SKU: LB-LS1177 | Brand: Little Bird
Laser Detector Module Want to set up your own laser tripwire? These little modules make it super simple. Just hook one up to your Arduino, line it up with a laser pointer, and you’ve got a working laser detection syst...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Infrared Proximity Contactless Button
SKU: SF-PRT-18582 | Brand: SparkFun
This IR proximity contactless button makes for a good replacement for typical push buttons in situations where touching the button isn't required or desirable (especially in this day and age). This button includes a b...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Maxbotix Ultrasonic Rangefinder - LV-EZ0 [LV-EZ0]
SKU: AF-979 | Brand: Adafruit
The LV-EZ0 from MaxBotix is a compact ultrasonic rangefinder providing short to long-range detection. It can detect objects from 0 to 254 inches (6.45 m) and provides calibrated range information from 6 inches out to ...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Adafruit VL6180X Time of Flight Distance Ranging Sensor (VL6180)
SKU: AF-3316 | Brand: Adafruit
The Adafruit VL6180X is a close-range Time-of-Flight (ToF) distance sensor from ST that measures from approximately 5 mm to 100 mm (up to 150–200 mm in good conditions). It also includes a built-in ambient light senso...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Learn to Solder - DIY Ultrasonic Ranging Electronic Kit
SKU: LB-LS6569 | Brand: Little Bird
A DIY soldering kit that builds into a functional ultrasonic distance meter. Using an HC-SR04 ultrasonic sensor, STC89C52 microcontroller, and 3-digit 7-segment display, this kit measures distances from 5cm to 4m with...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Adafruit Proximity Trinkey - USB APDS9960 Sensor Dev Board
SKU: AF-5022 | Brand: Adafruit
The Adafruit Proximity Trinkey is a tiny USB-A development board built around the APDS9960 multi-function sensor and an ATSAMD21 microcontroller. Plug it into any USB port and you instantly have proximity, colour, amb...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
HC-SR04 Ultrasonic Sensor Distance Measuring Module Ultra01+
SKU: EF-EF03085 | Brand: ElecFreaks
The HC-SR04 is a widely used ultrasonic distance sensor that provides non-contact measurement from 2 cm to 450 cm with up to 3 mm resolution. It uses a 40 kHz ultrasonic transducer pair — one transmitter and one recei...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Gravity: URM09 Ultrasonic Sensor ( I²C)
SKU: DF-SEN0304 | Brand: DFRobot
DFRobot URM09 is an ultrasonic sensor specifically designed for fast ranging and obstacle avoidance application. Its measuring frequency can reach up to 50Hz. The sensor adopts built-in temperature compensation and I2...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Sharp GP2Y0A21 IR Distance Sensor (10-80cm) For Arduino
SKU: DF-SEN0014 | Brand: DFRobot
The Sharp distance sensors are a popular choice for many projects that require accurate distance measurements. This IR sensor is more economical than sonar rangefinders, yet it provides much better performance than o...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
SHARP GP2Y0A41SKOF Infrared Distance Sensor (4-30cm)
SKU: DF-SEN0143 | Brand: DFRobot
This Infrared Proximity Sensor made by Sharp (model: GP2Y0A41SKOF) has an analog output which varies from 3.1V (4cm) to 0.3V (30cm) with a supply voltage between 4.5 and 5.5V DC. This sensor is great for sensing obje...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Gravity: Analog Adjustable Infrared Sensor Switch (50cm)
SKU: DF-SEN0164 | Brand: DFRobot
This adjustable infrared sensor features a high-sensitivity photoreflector to perform distance detection function,ranging from 3cm to 50cm. When the infrared light emitted by the emitter gets reflected on a surface...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
