ArduCam Time of Flight Camera Module

The ArduCam Time of Flight (ToF) Camera Module for RPi is a camera module for the Raspberry Pi that uses ToF (time-of-flight) to detect depth. The module includes an ST VL53L0X ToF sensor, which allows for measuring distances of up to 2 meters. This enables it to produce 3D points that can be used for applications such as distance, depth, or motion detection.

With this product, users can use ToF technology on their Raspberry Pi devices without needing to design and build their own ToF system. The module also includes a camera that allows for capturing photos and videos.

The installation of the ArduCam Time of Flight module is relatively easy, as it is directly installed into the Raspberry Pi's CSI port. The module uses its own ArduCam driver, which is compatible with the Raspberry Pi's Raspbian operating system.

This product is suitable for a variety of applications that require distance measurement and/or 3D observations. Examples of such applications include motion detection, robot navigation, face recognition, and object tracking.

Features

• Real-time point cloud and depth map.
• Resolution: 240×180@30fps on RPi4/CM4
• Up to 4M measuring distance
• Onboard 940nm laser for both indoor & outdoor uses, no external light source needed.
• V4L2-based video kernel device
• C/C++/Python SDK for userland depth map output and example source code
• ROS ready
• Image size: 1/6"
• Max frame rate (sensor): 120fps
• Viewing angle: 70° Diagonal
• Compatible Raspberry Pi:
  • Raspberry Pi 4 Model B
  • Raspberry Pi CM4 with Wireless, with a carrier board
  • Raspberry Pi CM4 without Wireless, with a carrier board
  • Raspberry Pi CM3, with carrier board
  • Raspberry Pi 3
  • Raspberry Pi 2
  • Raspberry Pi Zero W
  • Raspberry Pi Zero 2W: Note: To use the camera on Pi Zero and 2 W, you will need a ribbon cable for Raspberry Pi Zero
• Compatible RPi OS: Bullseye (32-bit/64-bit) 4th Apr 2022 or the latest release
• 38 x 38mm board size

Packing list

• 1 x Arducam ToF Camera Module
• 1 x FPC Cable (15cm)
• 1 x 2-pin Dupont Cable

Links

• Getting Started with Arducam ToF Camera
• Getting Started with Arducam ToF Camera (PDF)
• Arducam ToF Camera SDK
• Point Cloud With Arducam ToF Camera
• Getting Started with Nvidia Jetson
• Github – Arducam ToF
• 3D Model of ToF Camera
• Running ROS on Raspberry Pi with ToF Camera (Demo)

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