{"product_id":"laserping-rangefinder","title":"LaserPING Rangefinder","description":"\u003ch5 class=\"ui-accordion-header ui-helper-reset ui-state-default ui-state-active ui-corner-top\" role=\"tab\"\u003eLaserPING Rangefinder Overview:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"overview\" class=\"tabbed overview ui-accordion-content ui-helper-reset ui-widget-content ui-corner-bottom ui-accordion-content-active\" role=\"tabpanel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LaserPING Rangefinder provides an easy method of distance measurement. This near-infrared, time-of-flight (TOF) sensor is ideal for taking measurements between moving or stationary objects. This sensor works well in applications where ultrasonic sensors fail: soft objects and angled surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA single I\/O pin is used to both query the LaserPING sensor for its latest distance measurement, and to read the reply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LaserPING Rangefinder can be used with nearly any microcontroller, utilizing its PWM mode or optional serial mode.   It is designed to be circuit- and code-compatible with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/z0benv-j1.myshopify.com\/products\/ping-ultrasonic-distance-sensor?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=28015\u0026amp;_psid=b49c6041f\u0026amp;_ss=e\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePING))) Ultrasonic Distance Sensor (#28015)\u003c\/a\u003e, making applications adaptable where different environmental conditions need to be considered.  Measurements can even be taken through an acrylic window to protect the sensor; see the product guide for material selection guidelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sensor’s built-in co-processor ensures the right logic levels. Its I\/O connections operate at the same voltage supplied to the VIN pin, for compatibility with 3.3V and 5V microcontrollers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan class=\"forte\"\u003eLaserPING Rangefinder Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-contact distance measurement with a 2 – 300 cm range in Rev B (2 – 200 cm range in Rev A)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory pre-calibrated for accuracy with 1 mm resolution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEye-safe invisible near-infrared (IR) illumination using a class 1 laser emitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReverse polarity protection if VIN and GND are accidentally swapped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnboard microprocessor handles complex sensor code\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 3.3V and 5V microcontrollers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreadboard-friendly 3-pin SIP form-factor with mounting hole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePCB assembled, tested, and completed in Rocklin, California\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan class=\"forte\"\u003eApplication Ideas:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhysics studies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecurity systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInteractive animated exhibits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobotics navigation and parking assistant systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInteractive applications such as hand detection and 1D gesture recognition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume or height detection in process control systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan class=\"forte\"\u003eLaserPING Rangefinder Key Specifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaser: 940 nm VCSEL (Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Laser)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRange: 2 – 300 cm range in Rev B (2 – 200 cm range in Rev A)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResolution: 1 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical refresh rate: 40 Hz up to 1 m, 20 Hz over 1 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower requirements: +3.3V DC to +5 VDC; 25 mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunication: PWM (idle low) or serial 9600 baud (idle high); logic level = VIN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating temperature:  -40 to +185 °F (-20 to +85 °C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaser eye safety: near-infrared Class 1 laser product\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eField of illumination: 35° degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eField of view: 25° degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForm factor: 3-pin male header with 0.1\" spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePCB dimensions: 22 x 16 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eResource Links\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learn.parallax.com\/tutorials\/language\/blocklyprop\/true-colors-interactive-art-project-laserping\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTrue Colors Interactive Art Project\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learn.parallax.com\/support\/reference\/propeller-blocklyprop-block-reference\/sensor\/ping-distance\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBlocklyProp Block Reference\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learn.parallax.com\/support\/reference\/propeller-blocklyprop-block-reference\/sensor\/ping-distance\/ping-wiring-example\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBlocklyProp Example with Propeller Activity Board WX\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53397218165045,"sku":"28041","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1015\/6307\/2821\/files\/88c2de66-28041_RevBa.jpg?v=1787781817","url":"https:\/\/shop.parallax.com\/products\/laserping-rangefinder","provider":"Parallax Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}