Leaded Photodiodes
Description
Leaded photodiodes are semiconductor devices designed to detect electromagnetic radiation. They convert light into an electrical current, which can be measured to determine the intensity of the light. These photodiodes are typically packaged with leads, which allow for easy integration into electronic circuits.
Working Principle
Leaded photodiodes operate by utilizing a p-n junction, where light photons are absorbed to create electron-hole pairs. When these pairs are generated, they are separated by the electric field present in the depletion region of the junction, resulting in a photocurrent. This process allows leaded photodiodes to effectively convert light into an electrical signal, making them useful for detecting changes in light intensity.
Applications
Leaded photodiodes are used in a variety of applications. For example, they can be employed in light barriers for assembly lines, where they detect the position of objects, such as bottles, by measuring the interruption of a light beam. This capability is crucial for automation and quality control in manufacturing processes.
Advantages over other Photodiodes
Unfortunately, specific advantages of leaded photodiodes over other types of photodiodes, such as PIN or Schottky photodiodes, are not detailed in the available information. However, leaded photodiodes generally offer ease of integration due to their leaded packaging, which can be beneficial in certain circuit designs.
Limitations
The specific limitations of leaded photodiodes are not provided in the available information. However, like other photodiodes, they may have limitations in terms of response time, sensitivity, and spectral range, depending on their design and material composition.
Considerations
While specific considerations for leaded photodiodes are not detailed in the available information, general considerations for photodiodes include initial costs, which can vary based on the type and specifications of the photodiode. Operating expenses are typically low, as photodiodes do not require significant power to operate. Durability and maintenance costs are generally minimal, but the accuracy of the photodiode can be affected by factors such as temperature and aging, which may necessitate periodic calibration or replacement.
from DigiKey
CdS Cells [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
from Electro Optical Components, Inc.
Silicon carbide SiC photodetectors / photodiodes have a spectral response of approximately 210 – 380 nm and are not sensitive to UV radiation outside this region. This makes them ideal detectors in certain applications for monitoring the UV spectrum without the need for solar rejection... [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; TO-5
- Active Area Diameter or Length: 0.2660 to 1
- Photodiode Spectral Response: UV
- Active Area Height: 0.2660 to 1
from RS Components, Ltd.
PIN Photodiode 780-1050nm SMD2 RGW [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Reverse gullwing
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 780 to 1050
from DigiKey
CDS PHOTORESISTOR 5X4MM, 4-11K [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Operating Temperature: -30 to 70
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 600
from Electro Optical Components, Inc.
IBSG produces the full line of light emitting diodes, laser diodes and photodiodes for mid-infrared spectral range 1600-5000 nm. In addition to a wide range of standard products they offer custom designed solutions for different purposes. You can find use of IBSG products in detection systems for... [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; TO-18, TO-5
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 8.00E8 to 4.90E9
from RS Components, Ltd.
Photo Diode SMD REV. Gullwing Filter-e3 [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; Reverse Gullwing
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 830
- Spectral Response Range: 750 to 1050
from DigiKey
CDS PHOTORESISTOR 5X4MM, 4-11K [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Operating Temperature: -30 to 70
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 530
from Electro Optical Components, Inc.
LED Microsensor NT LLC is focused on developing and manufacturing optoelectronic devices for the mid-infrared spectral range. The company offers a wide range of Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs), LED arrays and spectral matched Photodiodes (PD) that cover the spectral range from 1600 to 5000 nm, together... [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 1.1 to 4.3
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Active Area Diameter or Length: 0.3000 to 1
from RS Components, Ltd.
Photo Diode SMD REV. Gullwing Filter-e3 [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; Reverse Gullwing
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 830
- Spectral Response Range: 750 to 1050
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 550nm 5.4 ~ 12.6kOhms @ 10 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 550
- Photodiode Spectral Response: Visible
- Operating Temperature: -60 to 75
from Electro Optical Components, Inc.
Quadrant photodiodes are used for a variety of alignment applications including laser beams and position sensing. They are available in 2.5, 5.0 and 7.9 mm diameter active areas. Quadrant Photodetector Features. Si-PIN photodiode. Spectral range 400 – 1100 nm. Hermetic sealed in TO-8 packages. [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; TO-5, TO-8
- Photodiode Spectral Response: Visible; IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 400 to 1100
from RS Components, Ltd.
PIN Photodiode 430-1100nm SMD2 RGW [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Reverse gullwing
- Photodiode Spectral Response: Visible; IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 430 to 1100
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 550nm 20 ~ 100kOhms @ 10 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 550
- Photodiode Spectral Response: Visible
- Operating Temperature: -60 to 75
from Electro Optical Components, Inc.
EOC offers a variety of silicon photodiode options from IFW Optronics: Silicon Photodiodes with an Integrated Low Noise JFET Amplifier. Quadrant Photodiodes [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; TO-5, TO-8
- Photodiode Spectral Response: Visible; IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 400 to 1100
from RS Components, Ltd.
PIN Photodiode 430-1100nm SMD2 RGW [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Reverse gullwing
- Spectral Response Range: 430 to 1100
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 940
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 550nm 9 ~ 15kOhms @ 21 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 550
- Photodiode Spectral Response: Visible
- Operating Temperature: -60 to 75
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 550nm 20 ~ 100kOhms @ 10 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 550
- Photodiode Spectral Response: Visible
- Operating Temperature: -60 to 75
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 550nm 18 ~ 42kOhms @ 10 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 550
- Photodiode Spectral Response: Visible
- Operating Temperature: -60 to 75
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 515nm 0.5 ~ 17kOhms @ 10 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Operating Temperature: -60 to 75
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 515
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 550nm 6 ~ 14kOhms @ 21 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 550
- Photodiode Spectral Response: Visible
- Operating Temperature: -60 to 75
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 550nm 10 ~ 20kOhms @ 21 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 550
- Photodiode Spectral Response: Visible
- Operating Temperature: -60 to 75
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 550nm 3 ~ 100kOhms @ 10 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 550
- Photodiode Spectral Response: Visible
- Operating Temperature: -60 to 75
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 550nm 2.2 ~ 4.4kOhms @ 21 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 550
- Photodiode Spectral Response: Visible
- Operating Temperature: -60 to 75
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 550nm 110 ~ 220kOhms @ 21 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 550
- Photodiode Spectral Response: Visible
- Operating Temperature: -60 to 75
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 550nm 20 ~ 40kOhms @ 21 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 550
- Photodiode Spectral Response: Visible
- Operating Temperature: -60 to 75
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 550nm 1 ~ 2kOhms @ 21 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 550
- Photodiode Spectral Response: Visible
- Operating Temperature: -60 to 75
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 690nm 0.17 ~ 2kOhms @ 21 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Operating Temperature: -60 to 75
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 690
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 615nm 400 ~ 800Ohms @ 21 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Operating Temperature: -60 to 75
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 615
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 520nm 8 ~ 16kOhms @ 10 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Operating Temperature: -30 to 75
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 520
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 520nm 12 ~ 30kOhms @ 10 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Operating Temperature: -30 to 75
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 520
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 520nm 12 ~ 58kOhms @ 10 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Operating Temperature: -30 to 75
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 520
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 520nm 3.6 ~ 14.4kOhms @ 10 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 520
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 520nm 4 ~ 20kOhms @ 10 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Operating Temperature: -30 to 75
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 520
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 520nm 3 ~ 11kOhms @ 10 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Operating Temperature: -30 to 75
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 520
from DigiKey
CdS Cells 520nm 40 ~ 120kOhms @ 10 lux [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; THT; Radial
- Operating Temperature: -30 to 75
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 520
from OSRAM Opto Semiconductors
Ambient light sensor with perfect V-lambda characteristic in Metal Can [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded
- Spectral Response Range: 350 to 820
- Photodiode Spectral Response: Visible
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 550
from OSI Optoelectronics
The LAPD 1550-30R is a 30um InGaAs mesa structure APD housed in a hermetic 3 pin TO46 Package. with lens cap. The low noise, high sensitivity and broad Vbr curve make the LAPD 1550-30R APD ideal. for use in range finders and high sensitivity line receivers. The device is RoHS compliant. [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Photodiode Type: Avalanche Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 1260 to 1650
from Opto Diode Corporation, an ITW Company
Opto Diode offers high quality standard and custom photodiodes. We have a large variety of standard devices featuring low dark current and low capacitance. For responsivity between 400 -1100 nm, Opto Diode has the perfect photodiode for your application. For more information about custom silicon... [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; TO-18
- Active Area Diameter or Length: 0.7600 to 1.35
- Photodiode Spectral Response: Visible
- Sensitivity: 0.3600 to 0.4000
from OSRAM Opto Semiconductors
Differential Photodiode in TO-39 Metal Can [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded
- Spectral Response Range: 400 to 1100
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Peak Sensitivity Wavelength: 900
from Opto Diode Corporation, an ITW Company
Our detector preamplifiers are available in standard amplifier gains from 100K to 500K and custom amplifier gains, if needed. Opto Diode also offers visible or near infrared (near IR) enhanced versions. To order standard product, please choose the device that suits your need and order now from our... [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; TO-39
- Active Area Diameter or Length: 8.25
- Photodiode Spectral Response: Visible; IR
- Operating Temperature: -25 to 100
from OSRAM Opto Semiconductors
PIN Photodiode, Half Angle ±60 °, Radiant Sensitive Area 2.2 x 2.2 mm ², Daylight Filter [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 800 to 1100
from Opto Diode Corporation, an ITW Company
Our detector preamplifiers are available in standard amplifier gains from 100K to 500K and custom amplifier gains, if needed. Opto Diode also offers visible or near infrared (near IR) enhanced versions. To order standard product, please choose the device that suits your need and order now from our... [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded
- Active Area Diameter or Length: 10.03
- Photodiode Spectral Response: UV
- Sensitivity: 0.0700 to 0.0900
from OSRAM Opto Semiconductors
PIN Photodiode, Half Angle ±60 °, Radiant Sensitive Area 2.65 x 2.65 mm ² [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 400 to 1100
from Opto Diode Corporation, an ITW Company
FEATURES. Circular active area (4 quadrants). TO-5, 5 pin package. 100% internal QE [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded; TO-5
- Active Area Height: 1.25
- Active Area Diameter or Length: 1.25
- Quantum Efficiency: 100
from OSRAM Opto Semiconductors
PIN Photodiode in TO-18 Metal Can, Radiant Sensitive Area 1 x 1 mm ², Half Angle ±40 ° [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 350 to 1100
from OSRAM Opto Semiconductors
PIN Photodiode in 5 mm (T1 ¾) Plastic Package, Radiant Sensitive Area 1 x 1 mm ², Half Angle ±20 ° [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 400 to 1100
from OSRAM Opto Semiconductors
PIN Photodiode in 5 mm (T1 ¾) Plastic Package, Radiant Sensitive Area 1 x 1 mm ², Half Angle ±20 ° [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 750 to 1100
from OSRAM Opto Semiconductors
PIN Photodiode in 5 mm (T1 ¾) Plastic Package, Radiant Sensitive Area 1 x 1 mm ², Half Angle ±75 ° [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 400 to 1100
from OSRAM Opto Semiconductors
PIN Photodiode in 5 mm (T1 ¾) Plastic Package, Radiant Sensitive Area 1 x 1 mm ², Half Angle ±75 ° [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 750 to 1100
from OSRAM Opto Semiconductors
PIN Photodiode in Sidelooker Package, Radiant Sensitive Area 2.65 x 2.65 mm ², Half Angle ±60 °, Daylight Filter [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 800 to 1100
from OSRAM Opto Semiconductors
PIN Photodiode in Sidelooker Package, Radiant Sensitive Area 2.65 x 2.65 mm ², Half Angle ±60 °, clear packaage [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 400 to 1100
from OSRAM Opto Semiconductors
PIN Photodiode in 5 mm (T1 ¾) Plastic Package, Radiant Sensitive Area 1 x 1 mm ², Half Angle ±10 ° [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 400 to 1100
from OSRAM Opto Semiconductors
PIN Photodiode in 5 mm (T1 ¾) Plastic Package, Radiant Sensitive Area 1 x 1 mm ², Half Angle ±10 ° [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 750 to 1100
from OSRAM Opto Semiconductors
PIN Photodiode in 3 mm (T1) Plastic Package, Radiant Sensitive Area 0.56 x 0.56 mm ², Half Angle ±17 ° [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 380 to 1100
from OSRAM Opto Semiconductors
PIN Photodiode in 3 mm (T1) Plastic Package, Radiant Sensitive Area 0.56 x 0.56 mm ², Half Angle ±17 ° [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 730 to 1100
from OSRAM Opto Semiconductors
PIN Photodiode in Sidelooker Package, Radiant Sensitive Area 2.65 x 2.65 mm ², Half Angle ±65 °, Daylight Filter [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 740 to 1120
from OSRAM Opto Semiconductors
PIN Photodiode with integrated Temperature Sensor [See More]
- Photodiode Package: Leaded
- Photodiode Spectral Response: IR
- Photodiode Type: PIN Photodiode
- Spectral Response Range: 740 to 1100