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This compact sonar range finder by Maxbotix detects objects from 0 to 6.45 m (21.2 ft) with a resolution of 2.5 cm (1") for distances beyond 15 cm (6"). Unlike other sonar range finders, the LV-MaxSonar has virtually no dead zone: it can detect even small objects up to and touching the front sensor face!

Overview

The Maxbotics LV-MaxSonar-EZ family of sonar range finders offers very short- to long-range detection and ranging in an incredibly small package with ultra-low power consumption. The LV-MaxSonar-EZ detects objects from 0 to 6.45 meters (21.2 feet) and provides sonar range information beyond 15 cm (6") with a resolution of 2.5 cm resolution (1 in). Objects between 0 and 15 cm range as 15 cm. The sensor provides three output interfaces, all of which are active simultaneously: digital pulse width output, analog voltage output, and asynchronous serial digital output. The LV-MaxSonar is available in five factory-calibrated beam patterns (EZ0-4).

For a higher-resolution, longer-range version, please consider the XL-MaxSonar-EZ and XL-MaxSonar-AE families of distance sensors.

Specifications and Features

Small and light: 0.870" x 0.785" x 0.645" (2.2 x 2.0 x 1.6 cm), 0.15 oz (4.3 g)
Long range detection: 0 - 6.45 m (21.2 ft)
No dead zone (detections from 0 to 6" are output as 6")
Resolution of 1" (2.5 cm)
Low typical current consumption: 2 mA
Runs on 2.5 - 5.5 V
42 kHz ultrasonic sensor
20 Hz reading rate
Free-run or triggered operation
Three interfaces (all are active simultaneously):
- Serial output: asynchronous, logic-level, inverted, 9600 bps 8N1
- Analog output: (Vcc/512) / inch (10 mV/inch when input voltage Vcc = 5 V)
- Pulse width output: 147 us/inch

Selecting the right distance sensor

Since there are 15 members of the XL- and LV-MaxSonar acoustic distance sensor family, we recommend using the Maxbotix sonar range finder selection guide (620k pdf) when choosing a acoustic range sensor for your application. There are 5 different beam configurations for the LV-MaxSonar family (EZ0 - EZ4), each pictured below.

LV-MaxSonar-EZ beam patterns (range shown on 1-foot grid to various diameter dowels)

Maxbotix LV-MaxSonar-EZ0 MB1000 beam characteristics:

Maxbotix LV-MaxSonar-EZ1 MB1010 beam characteristics:

Maxbotix LV-MaxSonar-EZ2 MB1020 beam characteristics:

Maxbotix LV-MaxSonar-EZ3 MB1030 beam characteristics:

Maxbotix LV-MaxSonar-EZ4 MB1040 beam characteristics:

Dimensions

Size:	0.870" x 0.786" x 0.645"
Weight:	4.3 g

General specifications

Resolution:	2.5 cm
Maximum range:	6.45 m
Minimum range:	0 m¹
Sampling rate:	20 Hz
Baud:	9600
Minimum operating voltage:	2.5 V
Maximum operating voltage:	5.5 V
Supply current:	2 mA

Notes:

1: Objects closer than 15 in are reported as 15 in.

File downloads

Maxbotix sonar range finder selection guide(1MB pdf): A flowchart for selecting the appropriate ultrasonic sensor for your application. The guide also includes a features list, beam charts, and physical dimensions.
Original Maxbotix sonar range finder selection guide(620k pdf): This is an earlier version of the selection guide for selecting the appropriate ultrasonic sensor for your application. It includes some charts not found in the newer sensor selection guide.
Report on Maxbotix sonar range finder tests(252k pdf): This report explains testing procedures, calculations, and conclusions for Maxbotix's reliability demonstration test and mean time between failure (MTBF) test. Testing demonstrated over 200,000 hours for a MTBF with a 90% confidence level.
LV-MaxSonar-EZ beam width comparison(224k pdf)

LV-MaxSonar-EZ0 datasheet(578k pdf)

LV-MaxSonar-EZ1 datasheet(415k pdf)
: Note: Certain elements in this datasheet only apply to newer revisions of the EZ1 that are marked on the back of the board with a brown dot. If your sensor does not have a brown dot on the back, these sections of the datasheet do not apply.
LV-MaxSonar-EZ2 datasheet(564k pdf)

LV-MaxSonar-EZ3 datasheet(560k pdf)

LV-MaxSonar-EZ4 datasheet(555k pdf)