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# TFmini-i LiDAR Laser Range Sensor (12m)

**Brand:** DFRobot

**URL:** https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products/tfmini-i-lidar-laser-range-sensor-12m

## Pricing

- **Price:** $143.07
- **Stock:** In stock at supplier
- **Local warehouse:** 0 units
- **Supplier (DFRobot):** 5 units
- **SKU:** DF-SEN0505

## Description

The TFmini-i is an industrial-grade single-point LiDAR sensor with a maximum detection range of 12 m. It uses Pulse Time of Flight (PTOF) measurement — emitting a narrow laser pulse and calculating the distance based on the round-trip time of the reflected signal. Housed in a rugged PC/ABS/PMMA enclosure rated IP65 for dust and water resistance, it's designed for demanding environments. The sensor supports 7–30 V input with reverse polarity protection, communicates via RS-485 using the standard Modbus protocol, and offers an adjustable frame rate up to 1 kHz. Compatible with Arduino (via TTL-to-RS485 shield) and Raspberry Pi (via USB-to-RS485 module). Key Features 12 m Range – Up to 12 m at 90% reflectivity, 7 m at 10% reflectivity IP65 Rated – Industrial-grade dust and water resistance RS-485 Interface – Standard Modbus protocol communication Wide Input Voltage – 7–30 V with reverse polarity protection Adjustable Frame Rate – Default 100 Hz, configurable up to 1 kHz 1 cm Resolution – Fine distance measurement precision Eye-Safe Laser – Class 1 (EN 60825) Multiple Operating Modes – Configurable parameters for different applications Specifications Operating Range – 0.1–12 m (90% reflectivity), 0.1–7 m (10% reflectivity) Accuracy – ±6 cm (0.1–6 m), ±1% (6–12 m) Distance Resolution – 1 cm Frame Rate – 100 Hz (default), up to 1 kHz Ambient Light Immunity – 70 Klux Light Source – VCSEL, 850 nm Field of View – 2° Supply Voltage – 7–30 V Average Current – ≤65 mA at 12 V Power Consumption – ≤0.8 W at 12 V Interface – RS-485 (Modbus) Dimensions – 50 × 34 × 41 mm Weight – 52 g Cable Length – 70 cm Operating Temperature – –20 to 60 °C Storage Temperature – –30 to 75 °C Enclosure – PC/ABS/PMMA, IP65 Ideal For Vehicle and pedestrian detection Collision avoidance and safety warning systems UAV assisted takeoff and landing Altimeters and distance measurement Package Contents 1× TFmini-i LiDAR Laser Range Sensor Resources Product Wiki (DFRobot)

**Product Type:** physical

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