TCRT5000 Infrared Reflective Optical Sensor w/ Transistor Output

Description:

• Compact construction, sense the presence of an object by using the reflective IR beam from the object
• Consists of a phototransistor
• Snap-in construction for PCB mounting
• Plastic polycarbonate housing construction which prevents crosstalk

Applications:

• Position sensor for shaft encoder
• Detection of reflective materials such as paper, IBM cards, magnetic tapes, etc
• Limit switch foe mechanical motions in VCR
• General purpose - wherever the space is limited

Specifications:

• Sensing Distance: 12mm
• Operating Wavelength: 950 mm
• Package Height: 7 mm
• Sensing Method: Reflective
• Reverse Voltage: 5V
• Forward Current: 60mA
• Forward Surge Current: 3A
• Emitter Power Dissipation: 100mW
• Collector Emitter Voltage: 70V
• Emitter Collector Voltage: 5V
• Collector Current: 100mA
• Detector Power Dissipation: 100mW
• Sensor Total Power Dissipation: 200mW
• Operating Temperature: -25°C ~ +85°C

Package Included:

• 1 x Reflective Optical Sensor