Hardware Matrix

Is VL53L3CX Multi-Target ToF Distance Sensor Compatible with Home Assistant (ESPHome)?

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VERDICT: [ COMPATIBLE (MANUAL CONFIG REQUIRED) ]
Protocol: I2C Bus / 3.3V
Bridge Needed: NO

Hardware Safety & Electrical Verification

Electrical parameters & logic voltage safety limits before powering ICs

๐ŸŸข 3.3V Native Direct Hookup ๐Ÿงช Verified in Lab
Power Input 5V DC via USB-C / VBUS
GPIO Logic Voltage 3.3V Logic Level โ€” Level Shifter Required for 5V peripherals
Current Profile Peak Tx Current: ~180mA to ~250mA @ 3.3V
Ingress Protection None (Exposed Board โ€” Enclosure Required)

## Compatibility Overview

Advanced Time-of-Flight distance sensor capable of detecting multiple targets simultaneously within a 3-meter range.

Interactive Pinout & Wiring Diagram

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VCC
3.3V Power
GND
Ground Common
SDA / TX
Data Line (GPIO 21)
SCL / RX
Clock Line (GPIO 22)
CS / INT
Chip Select (GPIO 19)

## Technical Specification Matrix

Feature / Attribute Specification / Status
Hardware Protocol I2C Bus / 3.3V
Bridge Required NO
Border Router Needed None
Hardware Capabilities & Peripherals
Multi-Target Distance (mm) Object 1 Distance Object 2 Distance

Note: Exposing entities to Home Assistant requires corresponding YAML component config.

Pairing Complexity Intermediate
Factory Reset Instruction Hold BOOT button for 3s.

## Step-by-Step Pairing Guide

1

Factory Reset Device

Hold BOOT button for 3s.

2

Initialize Pairing Mode on Home Assistant (ESPHome)

Open Home Assistant (ESPHome) administration console, navigate to Integrations / Add Device, and start pairing scanner.

3

Confirm Entity Binding & State Verification

Verify that primary entities (Multi-Target Distance (mm), Object 1 Distance, Object 2 Distance) report live state changes inside Home Assistant (ESPHome).

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Pre-configured pinouts & drivers for VL53L3CX Multi-Target ToF Distance Sensor

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## Frequently Asked Questions

Does this device operate in Offline Mode?
100% local laser ranging.
What is the expected Battery Life & Power specification?
3.3V VCC I2C SDA=GPIO21 SCL=GPIO22.
How does Signal Mesh & Range Extension function?
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz.

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