(SPIDER Automation) STMicroelectronics X-NUCLEO-53L5A1 Multizone ToF Sensor Expansion Board | VL53L5CX for STM32 Nucleo

SPIDER Automation STMicroelectronics X-NUCLEO-53L5A1 Multizone ToF Sensor Expansion Board | VL53L5CX | For STM32 Nucleo

Description

SPIDER Automation STMicroelectronics X-NUCLEO-53L5A1 Multizone ToF Sensor Expansion Board provides developers, engineers, and makers with a comprehensive evaluation platform to explore the cutting-edge capabilities of ST’s VL53L5CX multizone Time-of-Flight sensor. Designed to seamlessly interface with the NUCLEO-F401RE and the wider STM32 Nucleo development board ecosystem, this expansion kit enables rapid prototyping of advanced distance-measuring and spatial-awareness applications.

The board features an 8×8 multizone sensor matrix that provides high-resolution depth mapping across a wide field of view. To assist with real-world enclosure design, the kit includes a cover glass holder accompanied by three interchangeable spacers (0.25 mm, 0.5 mm, and 1 mm) for simulating various air gaps beneath protective windows. Backed by full system software, code examples, and an intuitive graphical user interface, the X-NUCLEO-53L5A1 is the ultimate hardware solution for 3D gesture recognition, obstacle detection, and robotics navigation.

Key Features

• VL53L5CX 8×8 Multizone Sensor: High-density Time-of-Flight sensor providing simultaneous multi-zone depth measurement across a wide field of view.
• Absolute Distance Precision: Delivers linear ranging accuracy that remains completely independent of target reflectance, color, or texture.
• Enclosure Air Gap Simulation: Supplied with 0.25 mm, 0.5 mm, and 1 mm spacers to test performance under realistic cover glass enclosures.
• Protective Cover Window: Includes a dedicated cover glass to shield the optical sensor array from dust and ambient debris.
• Arduino UNO R3 Layout: Standardized header configuration allowing effortless stacking with other ST and third-party expansion shields (such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth modules).
• Comprehensive Software Support: Fully supported by STM32 software development packages, code examples, and a graphical user interface (GUI).

Benefits

• Advanced 3D Spatial Mapping: 8×8 zoning allows developers to track motion, gestures, and multiple objects simultaneously within the field of view.
• Realistic Prototyping: Included spacers and cover glass eliminate guesswork when designing final product enclosures.
• Flexible Shield Stacking: Arduino-compatible pinouts enable quick integration of wireless communication modules for IoT connectivity.
• Plug-and-Play Nucleo Integration: Direct stacking onto NUCLEO-F401RE and compatible boards minimizes setup time and wiring complexity.
• Accelerated Software Deployment: Ready-to-use API libraries and example code drastically reduce firmware development cycles.

Applications

• Robotics Obstacle Detection & Mapping: Advanced spatial awareness and collision avoidance for autonomous mobile robots.
• Gesture Recognition & User Interfaces: Touchless control panels and human-presence detection systems for smart appliances.
• Smart Building Automation: Automated occupancy monitoring, security triggers, and touchless door activation.
• Industrial Safety & Inventory Management: Box-level content verification, bin level sensing, and safety perimeter monitoring.
• Embedded Systems Education & R&D: Professional evaluation platform for studying Time-of-Flight optics and multizone depth sensing.

Package Includes

• 1 x STMicroelectronics X-NUCLEO-53L5A1 Multizone ToF Sensor Expansion Board (VL53L5CX for STM32 Nucleo Family)

Technical Specifications