Benewake TFmini-S is a short-range, single-point ToF (Time-of-Flight) LiDAR module designed for compact applications that demand high performance at a low cost. As an upgraded version of the classic TFmini, it retains a lightweight, ultra-compact form while offering enhanced range, faster response, and better ambient light resistance.

🔧 Key Features:

• Mini Size, Powerful Core

  • Dimensions: 42 × 15 × 16 mm

  • Weight: ≤ 5 g

  • Minimal blind zone: only 10 cm

• High-Performance Output

  • Measuring range up to 12 meters

  • Output rate up to 1000 Hz

  • Stable readings even under strong ambient light

• Flexible Connectivity

  • Supports UART, I²C, I/O interfaces

  • Easy integration into various systems

• Energy Efficient

  • Ultra-low power mode: <100 mW

  • Ideal for battery-powered devices and long-duration applications

📌 Typical Applications:

• Robot obstacle avoidance

• Smart parking systems

• Level monitoring

• Smart agriculture

• Drone altitude holding

TFmini VS TFmini-S

1.Product Upgrade Overview

TFmini-S is a single-point ranging Lidar based on TFmini upgrade. The blind zone of it is reduced from 30cm to 10cm, the outdoor ranging performance is further improved, the distance range is not disturbed by ambient light, which can be consistent with the indoor range, and the accuracy is further optimized. The error performance at 10% reflectivity approaches the background of 90% reflectivity, and the interface supports UART and I2C switching at any time.

2.Technical Specifications and Parameters

• 1.Range based on the indoor test with the standard white board (90% reflectivity) at 25℃as the detection object；

• 2.The angle is the theoretical value, but the actual angle has some deviation

3.Product Appearance and Structure

Fig.1 TFmini Dimensions

Fig.2 TFmini-S Dimensions（Increase the center distance of the lens by 1 mm）

4.Communication Interface

Table 2 Serial port communication protocol

5.Configurable parameters

Table3 the Configurable parameters of TFmini and TFmini-S