BPDV2150R-VM-FA

Optical sensors can detect photons of visible light, ultraviolet light, and infrared radiation. Passively tuned optical systems used in optical sensors require no external energy supply. Therefore, they are able to detect and measure the various electromagnetic radiations in their surroundings. As a result, optical sensors - Ambient Light, IR, UV Sensors - have numerous practical applications in industries like automotive, aerospace, industrial automation and consumer electronics.

The BPDV2150R-VM-FA is one such example of an optical sensor designed specifically to detect ambient or environmental light and infrared (IR) radiation. It is a dual-range silicon photodiode built on a ceramic substrate, sealed in lead-free, RoHS compliant, optically transparent package. It is able to measure light and IR radiation from a wide range of sources, including visible light from sunlight, LED, laser, and infrared radiation from flames, hot objects, and more.

The BPDV2150R-VM-FA’s application field includes automotive, mobile device, remote sensing, environmental, and industrial/ process monitoring. Its high accuracy, small package size, and wide dynamic range make it suitable for a variety of applications, including portable computer displays, automatic brightness control (ABC) in mobile devices, small-size optical receivers, general area lighting controls, automotive temperature sensors, flame detectors, and more.

The BPDV2150R-VM-FA operates on the photodiode principle. It is a passively tuned infrared (IR) and visible light sensing device that functions by measuring the amount of light received at its surface and converting it into a voltage output. The photodiode is provided with a reverse biased Schottky diode to compensate for any temperature drift or other external influences that might affect the response. Thus, it is able to measure the spectral response from 400 to 1100 nm, which covers visible light and much of the near infrared region as well.

In addition, the BPDV2150R-VM-FA has a number of excellent features such as a wide operating voltage range (2.5 V to 5.5 V), low dark current, low noise, low operating power consumption, and wide linear operating range (- 6 V to 5.5 V). It is also extremely sensitive to light changes, making it an ideal choice for sensing ambient light and infrared radiation. With its wide range of applications, the BPDV2150R-VM-FA is a valuable and versatile tool for any industry.