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AFBR-S50-FEK

Broadcom Limited
AFBR-S50 - Light, 3D Time-of-Flight (ToF) Sensor Evaluation Board
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Overview

The AFBR-S50-FEK is an evaluation kit for the Broadcom AFBR-S50 series of 3D Time-of-Flight (ToF) light sensors. It provides a complete hardware platform with a 32-bit MCU and USB interface to demonstrate high-speed distance measurement and motion sensing capabilities.

Why Choose This Part

The kit simplifies the integration of ToF technology by providing a pre-calibrated sensor on a ready-to-use USB platform. It supports a wide supply voltage range of 4.5V to 5.5V and includes a powerful 32-bit MCU to handle complex optical signal processing tasks.

Applications

Industrial Distance Measurement
High-precision proximity sensing and level measurement in industrial automation environments.
Robotics Obstacle Detection
Real-time navigation and collision avoidance for autonomous mobile robots and AGVs.
Gesture Control
Human-machine interface systems that detect hand movements and proximity without physical contact.
Drones and UAVs
Precise altitude hold and landing assistance using optical ToF technology.

Key Specifications

Contents Board(s)
Embedded Yes, MCU, 32-Bit
Interface USB
Sensor Type Light, 3D Time-of-Flight (ToF)
Voltage - Supply 4.5V ~ 5.5V
Utilized IC / Part AFBR-S50

Getting Started

Connect the evaluation board to a PC via the USB interface and download the AFBR-S50 SDK from the Broadcom website. Use the provided visualization software to monitor distance data and adjust sensor parameters such as frame rate and integration time for your specific application.

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