Optical Sensors - Photodiodes
Optical Sensors - Photodiodes: Classification Introduction
1. Definition of the Classification
Optical Sensors - Photodiodes are semiconductor devices that convert light into an electrical current. They operate based on the photoelectric effect, where incident photons generate electron-hole pairs, resulting in a measurable photocurrent. Photodiodes are widely used for precise light detection, optical communication, and signal processing across various industries, including automotive, medical, industrial automation, and consumer electronics.
2. Types of Products in This Classification
This category encompasses several key types of photodiodes, each optimized for specific applications:
- PN & PIN Photodiodes: Standard photodiodes with a simple PN junction or an intrinsic (I) layer for faster response and higher sensitivity.
- Avalanche Photodiodes (APDs): High-sensitivity diodes with internal gain, ideal for low-light conditions (e.g., LiDAR, fiber optics).
- Schottky Photodiodes: Utilize a metal-semiconductor junction for UV and high-speed detection.
- Photodiode Arrays & Modules: Integrated solutions with signal conditioning for OEM applications.
3. Purchasing Recommendations
When selecting photodiodes, consider:
- Spectral Range: Match the diode s peak sensitivity (UV, visible, IR) to your light source.
- Responsivity & Speed: Higher responsivity (A/W) improves signal-to-noise ratio; faster response suits pulsed or high-frequency systems.
- Packaging: Choose between surface-mount (SMD), through-hole, or ruggedized modules based on environmental and assembly needs.
- Certifications: For medical or automotive use, verify compliance with industry standards (e.g., ISO 13485, AEC-Q101).
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C30902BH
SI APD, 0.5 MM, TO-18 BALL LENS
VBPW34FAS
PHOTODIODE 770 TO 1070 NM
MT03-041
SI/INGAAS INGAAS/SI PD'S TO-5
C30618ECERH
INGAS PIN, 350UM, CERAMIC SUBMOU
KPDS100-H54PS-B
INGAAS, INAS PD W/LONG CUTOFF WA
C30739ECERH-2
SI APD SHORT WAVELENGTH ENHANCED
FFD-200H
SI PIN, 5MM, TO-8, PHOTOCONDUCTI
SFH 2700 A01
CHIP LED PIN PHOTODIODE SMD
CLS15-22C/L213R/TR8
SENSOR PHOTODIODE 620NM 4SMD
MT03-028
PHOTODIODE 950NM 15MM2 TO-5 ISO
C30902SH-TC
SI APD, 0.5MM, TO-66, SINGLE-STA
C30662EH-3
INGAAS APD, 200UM, TO-18 PACKAGE
KPDE086S-H54P-B
INGAAS, INAS PHOTODIODE W/THEMO-
C30737LH-500-90C
SI APD 500UM CERAMIC 900NM SMD
AFBR-S4N66P024M
SIPM PCB 2X1 6MM 40UM NUV-MT
GUVC-T10GD-L185
UV(185NM) SENSOR
C30617ECERH
INGAAS PIN, 100 UM, CERAMIC SUBM
C30950EH
SI APD RECEIVER, 0.8MM, TO-8, 50
0050-3111-111
INGAAS, 0.25MM AA, TO-46 ISO
EAPDLP04SCAA1
SENSOR PHOTODIODE 940NM RADIAL