BPW85A Vishay, 50 ° IR + Visible Light Phototransistor, Through Hole 2-Pin 3mm (T-1) package

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700-0760
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BPW85A
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Vishay
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Brand

Vishay

Spectrums Detected

Infrared, Visible Light

Typical Fall Time

2.3µs

Typical Rise Time

2µs

Number of Channels

1

Maximum Dark Current

200nA

Angle of Half Sensitivity

50 °

Polarity

NPN

Number of Pins

2

Mounting Type

Through Hole

Package Type

3mm (T-1)

Dimensions

3.4 x 3.4 x 4.5mm

Collector Current

50mA

Minimum Wavelength Detected

450nm

Spectral Range of Sensitivity

450 → 1080 nm

Maximum Wavelength Detected

1080nm

Length

3.4mm

Height

4.5mm

Width

3.4mm

BPW85 Series Phototransistors


The BPW85 series, from Vishay Semiconductor, are a family of silicon NPN phototransistors. They are in standard 3mm (T-1) plastic packages with a clear lens. The BPW85 phototransistors are sensitive to visible and near IR radiation. The BPW85 series includes BPW85, BPW85A, BPW85B and BPW85C, and they are ideal for detectors in electronic control and drive circuits applications.

Features of the BPW85 phototransistors:
3mm (T-1) package
Through-hole mounting
High photo sensitivity
High radiant sensitivity
Fast response times
Angle of half intensity: 25°
Operating temperature: -40 to +100 °C


IR Phototransistors, Vishay Semiconductor

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