Livox MID‑70 is a compact LiDAR sensor designed for wide‑angle 3D sensing in autonomous driving and mobile robotics. By significantly expanding the vertical field of view to 70.4° × 70.4°, the MID‑70 reduces blind zones and enhances close‑range precision, delivering dense point cloud data for safer navigation. Leveraging Livox’s innovative optoelectronic design and cost‑effective semiconductor components, the MID‑70 combines high reliability, long service life, and affordability, making it ideal for commercial robots, smart infrastructure, and low‑speed autonomous vehicles.
Features
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Wide‑angle circular FOV (70.4° × 70.4°) for comprehensive environmental perception.
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Ultra‑short minimum detection range of 5 cm, enabling precise detection of nearby obstacles.
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High point cloud density with non‑repetitive scanning, improving detection accuracy without complex calibration.
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Cost‑effective design using semiconductor components, reducing production costs while maintaining performance.
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Long service life: continuous operation up to 8,000 hours at stable temperature.
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Automotive‑grade reliability: IP67 protection, Class 1 eye safety, and low false alarm rate (<0.01% at 100 klx).
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Compact and lightweight (580 g), easy to integrate into mobile platforms.
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Mass‑production ready, supported by Livox’s automated supply chain and production systems.
Specifications
| Item | Livox MID‑70 |
|---|---|
| Laser Wavelength | 905 nm |
| Laser Safety | Class 1 (IEC60825‑1:2014, Eye Safe) |
| Detection Range (@100 klx) | 90 m (10% reflectivity), 130 m (20%), 260 m (80%) |
| Field of View | 70.4° circular (H × V) |
| Range Precision | ≤2 cm @ 20 m; ≤3 cm @ 0.2–1 m |
| Angular Precision | |
| Beam Divergence | 0.28° (V) × 0.03° (H) |
| Point Rate | 100k pts/s (single return), 200k pts/s (dual return) |
| Data Latency | ≤2 ms |
| Data Port | 100 Mbps Ethernet, IEEE 1588‑2008 (PTPv2), PPS, GPS sync |
| False Alarm Rate (@100 klx) | |
| Operating Temperature | –20 °C to +65 °C |
| Ingress Protection | IP67 |
| Power Consumption | 8 W (average) |
| Supply Voltage | 10–15 V DC (with Converter 2.0: 9–30 V DC) |
| Dimensions | 97 × 64 × 62.7 mm |
| Weight | 580 g |
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Application
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Low‑speed autonomous driving – safer navigation in airports, malls, hospitals, and crowded environments.
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Mobile robotics – precise obstacle detection and avoidance for service robots and AMRs.
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Smart infrastructure – supports digital twins, traffic monitoring, and facility management.
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Industrial automation – reliable sensing for logistics, warehouse robots, and inspection systems.
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Research & prototyping – cost‑effective LiDAR solution for academic and commercial R&D projects.
More Details about Livox MID‑70
Wider Viewing Angle, Smaller Blind Zone
The Livox MID‑70 delivers a circular field of view of 70.4° × 70.4°, with a minimum detection range reduced to just 5 cm. This wide‑angle coverage and minimized blind zone allow autonomous systems to perceive their surroundings more effectively, detecting and avoiding small obstacles with precision. By expanding the viewing angle while reducing blind spots, the Livox MID‑70 LiDAR enables safe operation in complex environments such as airports, malls, hospitals, and other crowded public spaces.
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Deploying two Horizon sensors with three Livox MID‑70 units provides enhanced coverage, ensuring reliable forward and side detection for autonomous driving and 3D sensing applications.
Cost Effective
Unlike traditional LiDAR systems that rely on expensive laser emitters or immature MEMS scanners, the Livox MID‑70 adopts proven semiconductor components for light generation and detection. Its optical system uses readily available components from the optical lens industry, ensuring high quality at a significantly lower cost. This design makes the Livox MID‑70 Compact LiDAR an accessible solution for wide‑angle 3D sensing across commercial and industrial applications.
Part List
| Description | Quantity |
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| Livox MID-70 | × 1 |
| One-to-three cable | × 1 |
| Power Adapter | × 1 |