TCST1230
Vishay Semiconductors
Transmissive Optical Sensor with Phototransistor Output
Description
The TCST1230 is a transmissive sensor that includes
an infrared emitter and phototransistor, located face-
to-face on the optical axes in a leaded package which
blocks visible light.
Top view
A
C
E
C
Features
19205
• Package type: Leaded
• Detector type: Phototransistor
• Dimensions:
e2
L 9.2 mm x W 4.8 mm x H 5.4 mm
• Gap: 2.8 mm
Applications
• Optical switch
• Shaft encoder
• Aperture: 0.5 mm
• Typical output current under test: I = 2 mA
C
• Daylight blocking filter
• Detection of opaque material such as paper
• Detection of magnetic tapes
• Emitter wavelength: 950 nm
• Lead (Pb)-free soldering released
• Lead (Pb)-free component in accordance with
RoHS 2002/95/EC and WEEE 2002/96/EC
• Minimum order quantity: 4800 pcs, 60 pcs/tube
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Tamb = 25 °C, unless otherwise specified
Coupler
Parameter
Test condition
Tamb ≤ 25 °C
Symbol
Ptot
Value
250
Unit
mW
°C
Total power dissipation
Operation temperature range
Storage temperature range
Soldering temperature
Tamb
Tstg
Tsd
- 25 to + 85
- 40 to + 100
260
°C
Distance to package 1.6 mm,
°C
t ≤ 5 s
Input (Emitter)
Parameter
Test condition
Symbol
VR
Value
6
Unit
V
Reverse voltage
IF
IFSM
PV
Forward current
60
mA
A
tp ≤ 10 µA
Forward surge current
Power dissipation
Junction temperature
3
Tamb ≤ 25 °C
100
100
mW
°C
Tj
Document Number 83765
www.vishay.com
Rev. 1.7, 06-Nov-06
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