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STMicroelectronics VL6180XV0NR/1
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- VL6180XV0NR/1
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- STMicroelectronics
- Category:
- Distance Measuring
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- SENSOR OPTICAL 10-40CM I2C
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Product details
Overview
VL6180XV0NR/1 from STMicroelectronics is a FlightSense™ time-of-flight (ToF) optical module integrating proximity sensing, ambient light sensing (ALS), and an 850 nm VCSEL emitter in a single reflowable 4.4 mm × 2.36 mm × 1.0 mm LGA-10 package. It delivers absolute distance measurement up to 100 mm independent of target reflectance, with ALS output calibrated in lux and I²C interface support. Used in smartphone proximity detection and gesture-enabled UIs.
For engineers reviewing the VL6180XV0NR/1 datasheet, VL6180XV0NR/1 pinout, VL6180XV0NR/1 application, or VL6180XV0NR/1 equivalent, key selection considerations include its reflectance-independent ranging accuracy, dual-sensor integration (proximity + ALS), programmable GPIO interrupt thresholds, low-power continuous/interleaved measurement modes, and documented C API for rapid firmware integration.
Technical Context
The VL6180X implements a direct ToF architecture measuring light round-trip time rather than reflected intensity, enabling object distance determination unaffected by surface color or albedo. Its ranging pipe includes cross-talk compensation, early convergence estimation, and DMAX auto-adjustment based on ambient conditions.
It supports four operating modes-polling, interrupt, asynchronous, and interleaved-with configurable inter-measurement periods (10 ms to 1 s), ALS integration times (10–700 ms), and programmable gain (1× to 40×). Two GPIO pins provide windowed threshold interrupts for both ranging and ALS events without host polling.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Max Ranging Distance | 100 mm absolute range, independent of object reflectance - enables reliable proximity detection on black/dark surfaces where conventional IR sensors fail. |
| ALS Dynamic Range | 0.01–100,000 lux - supports operation from near-total darkness to direct sunlight, with factory-calibrated lux output. |
| VCSEL Wavelength | 850 nm - eye-safe Class 1 laser emission compliant with IEC 60825-1, suitable for consumer device integration without shielding. |
| I²C Interface Speed | Standard mode (100 kHz) and fast mode (400 kHz) - compatible with most microcontrollers and allows efficient register access for real-time control. |
| Supply Voltages | AVDD = 2.6–3.3 V; AVDD_VCSEL = 2.6–3.3 V - single-supply design simplifies power rail layout and eliminates need for separate VCSEL bias circuitry. |
| Operating Temperature | −20 °C to +70 °C - validated for use in portable electronics enclosures with internal thermal gradients. |
| Package | LGA-10, 4.4 mm × 2.36 mm × 1.0 mm - surface-mount, reflow-compatible footprint requiring no external optics or mechanical alignment. |
Pinout & Package
The VL6180XV0NR/1 uses a 10-pin LGA (Land Grid Array) package with exposed thermal pad. All pins are arranged on a 0.5 mm pitch grid; the bottom-side thermal pad must be soldered for optimal thermal performance and EMI suppression.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD_IO | Digital I/O supply | Supplies logic-level circuitry (I²C interface, registers); must be decoupled with 100 nF capacitor near pin. |
| SDA | I²C data line | Open-drain bidirectional signal; requires external pull-up (typically 4.7 kΩ to VDD_IO). |
| SCL | I²C clock line | Open-drain input; synchronized with SDA for register read/write and configuration. |
| GPIO1 | Programmable interrupt output | Configurable as ALS or ranging threshold interrupt; active-low, open-drain output. |
| GPIO0 | Programmable interrupt output | Independent of GPIO1; supports windowed or level-triggered event signaling per sensor domain. |
| GND | Analog/digital ground | Common reference for all circuits; must be connected to thermal pad for noise immunity. |
| AVDD | Analog core supply | Power for ToF timing circuitry and ALS photodiode front-end; requires low-noise 1 µF + 100 nF decoupling. |
| AVDD_VCSEL | VCSEL driver supply | Directly powers the 850 nm emitter; shares voltage range with AVDD but must be independently filtered. |
| INT | Interrupt status indicator | Combines GPIO0/GPIO1 outputs into single interrupt flag; optional use reduces MCU pin count. |
| NC | No connect | Unbonded pad; left floating or tied to GND per layout best practices - no electrical function. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| FlightSense™ ToF ranging | Measures absolute distance via time-of-flight, eliminating reflectance dependency - critical for consistent performance across diverse materials (e.g., black plastic, glass, skin). |
| Integrated VCSEL + ALS + range sensor | Single-component solution replaces discrete emitter/sensor/optics stack - reduces BOM count, PCB area, and calibration effort. |
| Programmable dual-GPIO interrupt logic | Enables autonomous host wake-up on proximity entry/exit or ALS lux crossing thresholds - extends battery life in always-on sensing applications. |
| Factory-calibrated lux output | ALS data delivered in SI lux units without host-side conversion - accelerates compliance testing and UI brightness adaptation. |
| C-portable API support | ST-provided ANSI-C library abstracts register access and timing sequences - cuts firmware development time for embedded systems. |
Applications
| Smartphone Proximity Detection | Tablet Gesture Interface |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Detecting user's ear during phone calls to disable touchscreen and backlight. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary proximity sensor providing sub-100 ms response latency and 0–100 mm absolute ranging to prevent false triggers from pocket or bag. Use Value: Eliminates reliance on reflectance-based IR sensors that misread dark clothing or curved surfaces - improves call reliability and reduces accidental screen activation. | Use Scenario: Enabling swipe-to-wake or hover-based navigation in tablets without physical touch. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-mode operation: continuous ranging at 10 Hz + ALS monitoring at 1 Hz to distinguish intentional gestures from ambient motion. Use Value: Combines precise short-range ToF data with ambient light context to reject false positives caused by lighting changes or background movement. |
| Industrial Panel PC Presence Sensing | Home Appliance Touchless Control |
Use Scenario: Activating HMI displays only when operator is within 30 cm, reducing power consumption in factory environments. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-power interleaved mode (ranging + ALS alternated every 500 ms) maintains system awareness while drawing <12 µA average current. Use Value: Extends display backlight lifetime and lowers thermal load in sealed enclosures - validated over −20 °C to +70 °C operating range. | Use Scenario: Controlling oven or microwave functions via hand wave above control panel. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Uses GPIO0 for proximity window interrupt (5–20 cm) and GPIO1 for ALS ambient change detection to suppress false triggers under varying kitchen lighting. Use Value: Enables hygienic, contactless interaction without requiring user calibration - robust against steam, grease film, or cover glass contamination. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar proximity and ambient light sensing applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| VL53L0XV0FT/1 | Extended ranging range (up to 2 m), higher resolution (1 mm), but larger 4.4 mm × 4.2 mm package and higher power consumption in continuous mode. | Better suited for robotics or industrial automation where longer range is required; less optimal for space-constrained mobile devices. | Select when >100 mm range or millimeter-level precision is mandatory; accept trade-offs in size and quiescent current. |
| APDS-9960 | Uses photodiode-based proximity (reflectance-dependent), no integrated VCSEL; ALS range limited to 0.01–10,000 lux; I²C-only interface with no GPIO interrupts. | Lower cost and simpler integration for basic presence detection, but fails on low-reflectance targets and lacks gesture robustness in variable lighting. | Choose only for cost-sensitive, non-critical proximity tasks where surface uniformity is guaranteed and ambient light is controlled. |
Compared with VL53L0XV0FT/1, the VL6180XV0NR/1 offers superior size efficiency and lower system-level power in short-range (<100 mm) applications, while APDS-9960 lacks ToF accuracy and environmental resilience - making VL6180X the balanced choice for consumer UIs demanding reliability, compactness, and calibrated ALS.
Availability
VL6180XV0NR/1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for smartphone proximity detection, tablet gesture interfaces, and home appliance touchless controls requiring stable component supply across high-volume production cycles.
Supply support for VL6180XV0NR/1 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor leader headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, designing and manufacturing microcontrollers, sensors, power ICs, and automotive-grade components since 1987.
The VL6180X belongs to ST's FlightSense™ optical sensing product line, engineered specifically for reflectance-invariant proximity and ambient light measurement in space-constrained, battery-powered consumer electronics.
FAQ
What is the maximum measurable distance of the VL6180XV0NR/1?
The VL6180XV0NR/1 achieves a maximum absolute ranging distance of 100 mm under typical indoor ambient light conditions (≤10 klux). Performance beyond 10 cm depends on target reflectance, cover glass thickness, and ambient illumination - ST specifies worst-case max range as 60 mm at 100 klux ambient light per datasheet Table 19.
Does the VL6180XV0NR/1 require external optical components?
No. The VL6180XV0NR/1 integrates a VCSEL emitter, SPAD-based ToF sensor, and photodiode ALS detector in a single LGA-10 package with molded optics. No external lenses, filters, or diffusers are needed - it is designed for direct placement behind cover glass with minimal air gap.
How is ambient light measured and reported by this device?
The VL6180XV0NR/1 performs ALS measurements using a dedicated photodiode with programmable gain (1×–40×) and integration time (10–700 ms). Raw counts are converted internally to calibrated lux values using factory-stored coefficients, accessible via the RESULT__ALS_VAL register and exposed as integer lux in the C API.
Can the VL6180XV0NR/1 operate without a microcontroller?
No. The VL6180XV0NR/1 is a slave device requiring I²C host control for initialization, mode configuration, and data retrieval. It does not contain embedded firmware for autonomous operation - all ranging/ALS sequencing, interrupt handling, and data processing must be managed by an external MCU using ST's provided C API or custom register-level drivers.
VL6180XV0NR/1 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Series:
- FlightSense™
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Last Time Buy
- Sensing Distance:
- 0 ~ 24.41" (0 ~ 62cm)
- Output Type:
- I2C
- Voltage - Supply:
- 2.6V ~ 3V
- Operating Temperature:
- -
- Current - Supply:
- -
- Voltage - Output Difference (Typ) @ Distance:
- -
- Voltage - Output (Typ) @ Distance:
- -10°C ~ 60°C
VL6180XV0NR/1 FAQ
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The VL6180XV0NR/1 part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for VL6180XV0NR/1:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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