TF Mini Laser Rangefinder

At this point, a rather expensive sensor for around >36€, but one that beats the other distance sensors by „lengths“. I actually wanted to test the I²C version, but the UART version arrived here, which is why I'm presenting it now. (Since I couldn't find any documentation, I'm still not sure if I²C wouldn't also be possible. 🙂)

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GY-530 VL53L0X Laser Rangefinder

This laser distance sensor is faster than sonar sensors such as (for example, HC-SR04, US100). It measures in the range of 30mm up to 2 metres and is controlled via the I²C bus at address 0x29. The address can be changed via software.

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