ToF Laser Distance Sensor Kit Kit with Arduino Uno + Sensor
Arduino ToF Laser Distance Sensor Kit – Measure Distance with mm Precision up to 4m
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
You’re about to build a millimeter-accurate laser distance meter that reads from 1mm up to 4 meters and displays the result in real-time on a crisp OLED screen. Whether you’re prototyping an autonomous robot’s obstacle avoidance system or creating a digital measuring tool for your workshop, this kit gives you hands-on experience with a cutting-edge time-of-flight sensor. Every connection is mapped out, and your AI build companion stands ready to walk you through every line of code.
What You'll Build
A precise distance measurement tool that uses invisible laser light to measure any surface within a 4-meter cone. The OLED instantly shows the distance in millimeters, updating multiple times per second. You can later integrate this into robots, automated drawer sliders, or liquid-level monitors.
What You'll Learn
- Calibrate and communicate with a VL53L1X time-of-flight sensor over I2C
- Display real-time sensor data on a 0.96-inch OLED
- Filter noisy sensor readings with rolling averages
- Power an Arduino project with a 9V battery and understand decoupling capacitors for stable sensor readings
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Uno R3 | 1 |
| VL53L1X ToF Sensor | 1 |
| 0.96in OLED | 1 |
| 4.7kΩ Resistors | 5 |
| 100nF Caps | 5 |
| 400-pt Breadboard | 1 |
| M-F Wires | 20 |
| 9V Battery Snap | 1 |
Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately
| Factor | Sourcing Separately | Compoden Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility checks | You verify every part | Pre-tested as a system |
| Build support | Forums and scattered tutorials | AI companion trained on this exact project |
| Time to first working build | Days of debugging | Hours, with step-by-step guidance |
| Shipping coordination | Multiple sellers, multiple delays | One shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days |
Who This Kit Is For
Ideal for CBSE Class 11–12 students building physics or computer science projects, B.Tech ECE/EEE undergraduates prototyping sensor systems, and participants in Smart India Hackathon who need a reliable distance sensor module. It also fits ATL Tinkering Labs in schools and engineering colleges like IIT, NIT, VIT, or BITS where intermediate-level sensor integration is part of the curriculum.
Built and Backed by Compoden
Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project — accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We’ve spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.
What if I get stuck during the build?
Scan the QR code in the box to launch your AI companion, which knows every step of this kit. If you need a human, our WhatsApp support responds within hours.
Can the sensor measure through glass or water?
The VL53L1X uses infrared light and can be affected by transparent surfaces. It typically measures to the first solid surface, but you'll learn to compensate for such scenarios in the build.
Is this kit suitable for someone who has never used Arduino before?
Yes, with the AI companion guiding you from driver installation to uploading code. Some prior coding familiarity is helpful, but the step-by-step instructions keep you on track.
What is the refresh rate of the distance display?
The VL53L1X can output distance readings up to 50 Hz in its fastest mode. Your OLED will update as quickly as your code polls the sensor, typically 10–20 times per second.
VL53L1X time-of-flight sensor measures distance from 1mm precision up to 4m. OLED shows mm reading.
What's in this kit
- Arduino Uno R3
- VL53L1X ToF Sensor
- 0.96in OLED
- 4.7kΩ Resistors x5
- 100nF Caps x5
- 400-pt Breadboard
- M-F Wires x20
- 9V Battery Snap
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Shipping Information
- Prepaid Orders: ₹75 for orders up to ₹999, FREE shipping above ₹999
- COD Orders: ₹125 shipping + ₹50 COD fee = ₹175 total
- Delivery Timeline: Dispatch in 1-2 days, delivery in 2-7 days depending on location
Returns & Warranty
- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items