Technical documents
TFmini-S LiDAR Datasheet
TFmini-S is a single-point ranging LiDAR based on the TFmini upgrade. The blind zone is shortened to 10cm, and outdoor performance and accuracy across different reflectivities are
TFmini-S is a single-point ranging LiDAR based on the TFmini upgrade. The blind zone is shortened to 10cm, and outdoor performance and accuracy across different reflectivities are improved, enabling stable, accurate, sensitive, and high-frequency range detection.

Main Features & Application Scenarios

- Main Features: Small size Light weight Low power consumption High frame rate (up to 1000Hz)
- Main Application Scenarios: Pedestrian detection Vehicle detection Intelligent barrier gate Altimeter
Specifications
| Parameters | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Range | 0.1m~12m @90% Reflectivity0.1~7m @10% Reflectivity0.1m~12m @90% Reflectivity (70Klux)0.1~7m @10% Reflectivity (70Klux) |
| Accuracy | ±6cm @ (0.1-6m)±1% @ (6m-12m) |
| Distance resolution | 1cm |
| Frame rate | 1-1000Hz (default 100Hz) |
| Ambient light resistance | 70Klux |
| Protection Level | / |
| Operation temperature | 0℃~60℃ |
| Optical Photobiological safety | Class 1 (EN60825) |

Electrical & Communication Parameters
| Parameters | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| Central wavelength | 850nm |
| Light source | VCSEL |
| FoV | 2° |
| Supply voltage | 5V±0.1V |
| Average current | ≤140mA |
| Power consumption | ≤0.7W |
| Peak current | 200mA |
| Communication level | LVTTL (3.3V) |
| Communication interface | UART, I²C, I/O |
| Dimension | 42mm*15mm*16mm (L*W*H) |
| Housing | PC/ABS |
| Storage temperature | -20℃~75℃ |
| Weight | 5g±0.3g |
| Cable length | 10cm |
Communication Interface Configuration
| Parameter | UART | I2C |
|---|---|---|
| Default baud/transmission rate | 115200 (adjustable) | 400kbps (Fast mode) |
| Data bit | 8 | / |
| Stop bit | 1 | / |
| Parity | None | / |
| Master/Slave mode | / | Slave |
| Default address | / | 0x10 |
| Address range | / | 0x01~0x7F |

Dimensions
Dimensions

Configurable Parameters
| Parameter | Description | UART Default Setting | Description | I2C Default Setting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Communication interface | UART, I2C and I/O | UART | UART, I2C and I/O | I2C |
| Frame rate | Configurable 1-1000Hz | 100Hz | Configurable 1-100Hz | / |
| Baud rate | 9600-921600bps (Adjustable) | 115200bps | Fast mode (400kbps) | / |
| Reset of default | Reset all the settings to default | / | Reset all the settings to default | / |
PS: Refer to user manual for more information.
- Accuracy was calculated based on a standard white board with 90% reflectivity in indoor condition (25℃); changes in conditions may cause errors to increase.
- This is a theoretical reference value; there is a certain deviation in the actual angle value.
