Features

limited applications

Description

The OP950 device consists of a PIN

silicon photodiode molded in a clear

epoxy package which allows spectral

response from visible to infrared light

wavelengths. The wide receiving angle

provides relatively even reception over a

large area. The side-looking package is

designed for easy PC board mounting.

This photodiode is mechanically and

spectrally matched to Optek’s GaAs and

GaAlAs series of infrared emitting

diodes.

Reverse Breakdown Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 V

Storage and Operating Temperature Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -40

Lead Soldering Temperature [1/16 inch (1.6 mm) from case for 5 sec. with soldering

iron]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260

Power Dissipation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 mW

(2)

Notes:

(1) RMA flux is recommended. Duration can be extended to 10 sec. max. when flow soldering.

Max. 20 grams force may be applied to leads when soldering.

(2) Derate linearly 1.67 mW/

(3) Light source is an unfiltered GaAs LED with a peak emission wavelength of 935nm and a

radiometric intensity level which varies less than 10% over the entire lens surface of the

photodiode being tested.

(4) To calculate typical dark current in

ambient temperature in

Typical Performance Curves

Product Bulletin OP950

June 1996

PIN Silicon Photodiode

Type OP950

Optek Technology, Inc.

1215 W. Crosby Road

Carrollton, Texas 75006

(972) 323-2200

Fax (972) 323-2396

Relative Response vs.

Wavelength

λ- Wavelength - nm

Coupling Characteristics

OP950 and OP240

Distance Between Lens Tips - inches

3-58