PiicoDev Ultrasonic Rangefinder
Use echolocation to measure distance
In stock, ships same business day if ordered before 2PM
Delivered by Tue, 26th of Nov
Quantity Discounts:
- 4-12 $10.28 (exc GST)
- 12+ $9.74 (exc GST)
- 50+ $9.20 (exc GST)
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Ultrasonic Rangefinders are great for detecting objects or measuring distance. They rely on echo-location - the same principle bats use to detect obstacles in their environment. These sensors usually require being manually wired into a circuit, so we made the PiicoDev® Ultrasonic Rangefinder: a combination of the ubiquitous RCWL-1601 Ultrasonic Rangefinder attached to a smart, addressable, daisy-chainable PiicoDev module. Use the great Getting Started Guide to begin with measuring distance and then remix the code to suit your own project's needs!
Features
- Great Range - between 0.02 m and 4 m. Most effective between 0.1m and 2.4m
- Connect many rangefinders together for more complex projects.
- A great guide to get you started
- PiicoDev connector, compatible with Qwiic and STEMMA QT (3.3V only)
- 2.54mm breakout for breadboarding/prototyping
- Manufactured and supported in Australia by Core Electronics
Getting Started Guides
We've prepared a getting-started guide that works with Raspberry Pi, Pico, and Micro:bit.
Technical Specifications
- I2C Address: 0x35 (default) or user-selectable
- Supply Voltage: 3.3 V
- Dimensions: 25.4x25.4mm
- Mounting Holes: 4x M2.5
Resources
Also available are PiicoDev Starter Kits - level up your projects by learning to use a wide range of modern sensors and outputs.
PiicoDev Overview
PiicoDev is a 
ecosystem designed for rapid prototyping and maker education. The range includes:
Here are some of the features we have baked into PiicoDev:
- Unified MicroPython libraries. The same MicroPython code examples will work on all supported platforms.
- Simple-and-expandable connections. Modules can be connected using a 4-pin connector and daisy-chained to expand projects.
- Breakout pins. Every module has a breakout section for optional advanced uses.
- Consistent size. We have taken care to ensure modules are consistent sizes so that they easy for 3D printing cases, stacking and experimenting with.
- Creative freedom. Simmer all of these features together and you end up with lots of creative freedom while still being a hands-on electronics experience.
PiicoDev electronics modules are designed and manufactured in Newcastle. They are priced for makers and education alike (affordable!). Get in touch with us if you have any questions.
"PiicoDev" and the PiicoDev Logo are trademarks of Core Electronics Pty Ltd.
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We deliver Australia-wide with these options (depends on the final destination - you can get a quote on the view cart page):
- $3+ for Stamped Mail (typically 10+ business days, not tracked, only available on selected small items)
- $7+ for Standard Post (typically 6+ business days, tracked)
- $11+ for Express Post (typically 2+ business days, tracked)
- Pickup - Free! Only available to customers who live in the Newcastle region (must order online and only pickup after we email to notify you the order is ready). Orders placed after 2PM may not be ready until the following business day.
Non-metro addresses in WA, NT, SA & TAS can take 2+ days in addition to the above information.
Some batteries (such as LiPo) can't be shipped by Air. During checkout, Express Post and International Methods will not be an option if you have that type of battery in your shopping cart.
International Orders - the following rates are for New Zealand and will vary for other countries:
- $12+ for Pack and Track (3+ days, tracked)
- $16+ for Express International (2-5 days, tracked)
If you order lots of gear, the postage amount will increase based on the weight of your order.
Our physical address (here's a PDF which includes other key business details):
Unit 18, 132 Garden Grove Parade
Adamstown
NSW, 2289
Australia
Take a look at our customer service page if you have other questions such as "do we do purchase orders" (yes!) or "are prices GST inclusive" (yes they are!). We're here to help - get in touch with us to talk shop.
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Videos
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PiicoDev Community Contributions
Effective Ways To Detect People Using Common Sensors
PiicoDev Ultrasonic Rangefinder | Getting Started Guide
PiicoDev Connection Guide
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