{"title":"Garmin LIDAR-Lite Optical Distance LED Sensor - V4","handle":"garmin-lidar-lite-optical-distance-led-sensor-v4","url":"/products/garmin-lidar-lite-optical-distance-led-sensor-v4","description":"The Garmin LIDAR-Lite V4 LED is a compact, low-power optical distance sensor that measures up to 10 metres using lensed LED light (not a laser, despite the name). Drawing only 85 mA during acquisition with measurement rates up to 200 Hz, it's an ideal alternative to ultrasonic sensors for robotics, IoT, and unmanned vehicles.\n\nConnect via I²C to read distance values from any microcontroller, or use Garmin's ANT wireless protocol for cable-free operation. The built-in nRF52840 processor runs a preloaded stock application out of the box, or experienced developers can create custom firmware and push over-the-air updates via Bluetooth LE.\n\nKey Features\n\n\n10m Range – LED-based optical distance measurement (not laser)\n\nUp to 200 Hz – Fast measurement rate with adjustable accuracy/range/speed trade-offs\n\nDual Connectivity – I²C interface plus Garmin ANT wireless profile\n\nBuilt-In nRF52840 Processor – Works standalone with preloaded firmware, or develop custom applications\n\nBluetooth LE Updates – Over-the-air firmware updates for custom applications\n\nUltra-Low Power – Only 85 mA during acquisition\n\nCompact & Lightweight – Small form factor suitable for space-constrained builds\n\n\nSpecifications\n\n\nSensor Type – LED optical distance (non-laser)\n\nRange – Up to 10 m\n\nMeasurement Rate – Up to 200 Hz\n\nCurrent Draw – 85 mA during acquisition\n\nInterfaces – I²C, Garmin ANT wireless\n\nProcessor – nRF52840\n\nPower Supply – 5V\n\nLogic Level – 3.3V\n\n\n\nNote: Power supply is 5V but logic levels are 3.3V. You may need a level shifter when using with 5V-logic devices, or an external 5V DC power source.\n\n\nIdeal For\n\nRobotics and obstacle avoidance\nUnmanned vehicles and drones\nIoT proximity and distance sensing\nReplacing ultrasonic sensors with faster, more accurate optical measurement\n\n\nPackage Contents\n\n1× Garmin LIDAR-Lite V4 LED Sensor\n\n\nResources\n\nArduino Library (GitHub)\nCircuitPython / Python Library (GitHub)\n","vendor":"Adafruit","product_type":"physical","in_stock":true,"options":[],"variants":[{"id":4273,"title":"Default Title","sku":"AF-4441","price":146.21,"on_sale":false,"in_stock":true,"available_quantity":20,"option1":"Default Title"}]}