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# Garmin LIDAR-Lite Optical Distance LED Sensor - V4

**Brand:** Adafruit

**URL:** https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products/garmin-lidar-lite-optical-distance-led-sensor-v4

## Pricing

- **Price:** $146.21
- **Stock:** In stock at supplier
- **Local warehouse:** 0 units
- **Supplier (Adafruit):** 25 units
- **SKU:** AF-4441

## 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. Connect 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. Key Features 10m Range – LED-based optical distance measurement (not laser) Up to 200 Hz – Fast measurement rate with adjustable accuracy/range/speed trade-offs Dual Connectivity – I²C interface plus Garmin ANT wireless profile Built-In nRF52840 Processor – Works standalone with preloaded firmware, or develop custom applications Bluetooth LE Updates – Over-the-air firmware updates for custom applications Ultra-Low Power – Only 85 mA during acquisition Compact & Lightweight – Small form factor suitable for space-constrained builds Specifications Sensor Type – LED optical distance (non-laser) Range – Up to 10 m Measurement Rate – Up to 200 Hz Current Draw – 85 mA during acquisition Interfaces – I²C, Garmin ANT wireless Processor – nRF52840 Power Supply – 5V Logic Level – 3.3V Note: 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. Ideal For Robotics and obstacle avoidance Unmanned vehicles and drones IoT proximity and distance sensing Replacing ultrasonic sensors with faster, more accurate optical measurement Package Contents 1× Garmin LIDAR-Lite V4 LED Sensor Resources Arduino Library (GitHub) CircuitPython / Python Library (GitHub)

**Product Type:** physical

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