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Accuracy
± 5cm @ 0.1-4m
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeAccuracy② ± 5cm @ 0.1-4m
Average power consumption
< 500mW
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeAverage power consumption④ < 500mW
Baud rate
Default 115200 bps
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeBaud rate Default 115200
Blind zone
≤ 0.1m
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeBlind zone② ≤ 0.1m
Cable length
10 cm
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeCable length 10cm
Central wavelength
905 nm
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeCentral wavelength 905nm
Communication interface
UART, IIC, I/O
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeCommunication Interface UART, IIC, I/O
Connector
1.25mm-5P
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeConnector 1.25mm-5P
Data bit
8
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeData bit 8
Default frame rate
Default 100Hz, 1-900Hz customizable
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeDefault frame rate Default 100Hz, 1-900Hz customizable
Detection range
≥14m @90%reflectivity, 0Klux ≥13m @10% reflectivity, 0Klux ≥7m @90% reflectivity, 100Klux ≥4m @10% reflectivity, 100Klux
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeDetection range① ≥14m @90%reflectivity, 0Klux ≥13m @10% reflectivity, 0Klux ≥7m @90% reflectivity, 100Klux ≥4m @10% reflectivity, 100Klux
Dimensions
TYP. 26.5x 21.05 x 12.0mm (three linear dimensions)
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C. The source prints a dimension triplet with mm³; the adjacent mechanical drawing explicitly labels linear dimensions in mm.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeDimensions TYP. 26.5x 21.05 x 12.0mm³
Distance resolution
1 cm
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeDistance resolution 1cm
Eye safety
Class 1 Eye-safe[EN60825]
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeEye safety Class 1 Eye-safe[EN60825]
Fov of laser emission
Typ. 14°×1°
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeFoV of laser emission③ Typ. 14°×1°
Front window protection level
IP65
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeFront window protection level IP65
Light source
VCSEL
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeLight source VCSEL
Operating temperature
-25℃ ~ +70℃ °C
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeOperating temperature -25℃ ~ +70℃
Parity
None
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeParity None
Peak current when starting
< 850mA
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | Benewakepeak current when starting④ < 850mA
Power supply
DC 5±5%V
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakePower supply DC 5±5%V
Repeatability
< 1cm (1 sigma) @ 0.1-4m
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeRepeatability② < 1cm (1 sigma) @ 0.1-4m
Start-up time
< 1s
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeStart-up time < 1s
Stop bit
1
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeStop bit 1
Storage temperature
-30℃ ~ +80℃ °C
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeStorage temperature -30℃ ~ +80℃
Weight
<5g
Reported claim
Configuration: TF-NOVA; Manufacturer datasheet. Range: all light spots on target at 25°C. Accuracy/repeatability/blind zone: 25°C, 0 klux, 10% target reflectivity. Laser divergence is nominal; effective detection field depends on target/background. Electrical measurements at 25°C.
TF-NOVA Datasheet | BenewakeWeight <5g