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Vishay Expands TEMD5xxx Line of PIN Photodiodes

June 16, 2005 by Jeff Shepard

Vishay Intertechnology Inc. (Malvern, PA) announced the release of four PIN photodiodes to its TEMD5xxx line that offer best-in-class sensitivity in a new miniature surface-mount package measuring 4.24 mm x 5.0 mm with a 1.12 mm height profile. Suitable for a broad range of applications in the industrial, automotive and medical markets, the devices will be used for high-speed data transfer, light barriers, alarm systems, linear light measurement, glucose meters, automotive sensors, smoke detectors and electronic toll systems.

The new additions combine high-speed response, enabled by optional daylight filtering and a choice of two large radiant-sensitive areas measuring 7.5 mm² and 5.7 mm². The TEMD5010 and TEMD5020 provide visible-light sensitivity ranging from 400 nm to 1100 nm. With integrated daylight filters and a peak sensitivity of 850 nm, the TEMD5110 and TEMD5120 are more suitable for detecting infrared light. All four of the devices feature a wide ±65° angle of half-sensitivity and fast 100 ns typical response time.

The devices are packaged in lead-free constructions in accordance with ELV 2000/53/EC, RoHS 2002/95/EC and WEEE 2002/96/EC. Samples and production quantities of the new PIN photodiodes are available now with lead times of six weeks for larger orders. Pricing for US delivery in 50,000-piece quantities starts at $51.00 per 100 pieces.