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TF-UW500 Datasheet
Benewake TF-UW500

Benewake TF-UW500
Datasheet
TF-UW500 is a single-point LiDAR based on the Time of Flight (ToF) principle, utilizing a red laser light source. With its unique optical and electrical design, it achieves stable, precise, and highly sensitive underwater distance measurement. The product is equipped with multiple adaptive algorithms for various application environments and targets, and it offers a lot of adjustable configurations and parameters. It is particularly suitable for various applications on pool cleaning robots used outdoors under strong sunlight.
Technical Specifications
Performance Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | TF-UW500 |
| Detection range under | > Indoor, NTU< 0.5, 30% reflectivity, the light beam is perpendicular to 5 m |
| water | the target surface |
| Blind zone | ≤ 0.1 m |
| Accuracy ① | < 3 cm ( 0.1 ~ 2m ) |
| Repeatability ① | < 1 cm @ 1 σ ( 0.1 ~ 2m ) |
| Distance resolution | 1 mm |
| Default frame rate | Default 20 Hz |
| Ambient light resistance | 100 KLux |
Optical Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Light source | Laser |
| Central wavelength | Red |
| FoV | < 0.5° |
| Eye safety | Class1 (IEC 60825-1:2014; EN 60825-1:2014+A11:2021) |
Mechanical and Electrical Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Average power consumption ② | < 5V × 100mA |
| Peak current at start up ② | < 700mA |
| Power supply | DC 5 ± 0.2 V |
| Logical voltage | 3.3 V TTL |
| Connector | 1.0mm-4P, model is HC-1.0-4PWT |
| Operating temperature | 0 ℃ ~ + 50 ℃ |
| Storage temperature | - 20 ℃ ~ +70 ℃ |
| Protection level | NA |
| Typ. Dimensions ③ | 24.0 mm × 16.0 mm × 20.4 mm |
| Typ. Weight ③ | < 5 g (excluding cables) |
Communication Protocol
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Communication Interface | UART / I ² C (Can be switched by command) |
| Baud rate | Default 115200 (Configurable) |
| Data bit | 8 |
| Stop bit | 1 |
| Parity | None |
Dimensions (Unit: mm)


Notes:
1. 100 KLux , NTU < 0.5 , 30% reflectivity (Common materials such as white tiles, blue and white tiles, marble, cement, etc), vertical incidence, water depth greater than 1m;
2. Measured indoors at 0 Klux, 25 ℃, for reference only, parameters may change due to environmental changes;
3. The weight and size are typical values for reference only. For detailed tolerance parameters, please consult the technical personnel of Benewake.
