With theTMF8820-1A, Rutronik is adding new distance sensor modules from ams OSRAM to its range. The direct Time-of-Flight (dToF) sensors support a detection range of up to 5000 mm with a dynamically adjustable field of view. The raw data is processed on the chip and the sensors supply the information via an I²C interface. The small size is suitable for applications with narrow mounts. They are available in modular housing with integrated Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Laser (VCSEL) in a tape & reel package at www.rutronik24.com.
The dToF sensors are based on a Single Photon Avalanche Photodiode (SPAD), Time-to-Digital Converter (TDC), and histogram technology.
Via a lens on the SPAD, the sensor modules support 3 x 3 zone output data and an extremely wide field of view. A multi-lens array (MLA) inside the housing widens the field of illumination (FoI). The sensors are capable of recognizing and compensating for soiling on the glass. They achieve a detection range of at least 10 mm up to a maximum of 5.000 mm and recognize objects in a very wide field of view with greater accuracy.
All processing of the raw data takes place on the chip. The TMF8820-1A sensors provide distance information via their I²C interface and are 13 C-tolerant for operation on a common I2C / 13 C bus. In standby mode they have a power consumption of around 8 µA, the power consumption during shutdown is 2 µA. The power consumption in 30 Hz operation is 141 mW.
The RoHS-compliant sensors function reliably under demanding operating conditions.
They are ideal for measuring distances or detecting objects, for example in access control systems, vacuum robots, or recognizing human presence.
Further features:
- Fast VCSEL driver with protection
- Direct time-of-flight measurement
- Histogram-based architecture
- Dynamic cover glass calibration
Application examples:
- Mobile phones: Distance measurement for camera autofocus
- Computers and communication: Presence detection
- Industry: Light curtain
- Robotics: object detection and collision avoidance
For more information about the new TMF8820-1A distance sensor modules from ams OSRAM and a direct ordering option, please visit our e-commerce platform at www.rutronik24.com.
About Rutronik
Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente GmbH was founded in 1973 and celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2023 under the claim “Committed to celebrate”. Since five decades, the independent family-owned company based in Ispringen, Germany, stands for continuous expansion focused on high-growth future markets.
In the fiscal year 2022, its around 1,900 employees generated sales of 1.28 billion euros, serving more than 40,000 customers. With more than 80 offices worldwide and logistics centers in Austin (Texas), Shanghai, Singapore, and Hong Kong, Rutronik ensures comprehensive customer support in Europe, Asia, and North America. The company focuses on high-growth future markets that will shape the world of electronics tomorrow. These are Advanced Materials, Advanced Measurement, Processing & Analytics, Advanced Robotics, Automation, Biotechnology, Energy & Power, Future Mobility, IIoT & Internet of everything, Industry 4.0, Medical & Healthcare, and Transportation, Logistics & Supply Chain.
To serve customers in these future markets, the RUTRONIK AUTOMOTIVE, RUTRONIK EMBEDDED, RUTRONIK POWER, RUTRONIK SMART, RUTRONIK SYSTEM SOLUTIONS, and RUTRONIK IT ELECTRONICS initiatives bundle expertise, specific product portfolios, and consultancy support. In this regard, Rutronik relies on customized solutions that are tailored to the respective needs. The services range from competent technical support in product development and Design-Ins, through the diverse product portfolio of leading manufacturers, to the company’s software and hardware solutions with partly patented Rutronik IP. Customized logistics systems, reliable supply chain management, and logistics centers worldwide ensure on-time delivery. The Rutronik24 e-commerce platform completes Rutronik’s range of services. Further information is available at www.rutronik.com.