HTE18-B4A1BB

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Optical Sensors are devices designed to detect the presence of objects or other light sources, such as the sun, using light. They are used in many fields, from industrial automation and robotics to consumer electronics and security cameras. The HTE18-B4A1BB is a type of optical sensor commonly used in industrial applications. This article reviews the working principle and application field of this particular type of sensor.

Overview of HTE18-B4A1BB

The HTE18-B4A1BB is a miniature, passively-powered, 5mm infra-red (IR) emitter that has been designed to work in conjunction with a photo-detector and a solar cell. As its name suggests, it emits an infrared beam which is then detected by the photo-detector. The integrated solar cell collects energy from the environment (ambient light) and supplies it to the HTE18-B4A1BB, enabling it to emit a steady current of IR light.

Working Principle

The HTE18-B4A1BB operates using optical principles. It uses an integrated photo-diode to detect the presence of objects. When an object is present in the field of view of the photo-diode, it absorbs some of the irradiance that the HTE18-B4A1BB is emitting and reflects some of the light back to the photo- diode. The absorbed light is converted into a current which in turn can be measured.

The HTE18-B4A1BB also uses a solar cell to collect the ambientlight in the environment, which is then used to supply power to the IR emitter. The solar cell will convert the light into useable electrical energy which is supplied to the IR emitter. The emitter then uses this power to emit infrared radiation which is then detected by the photo-detector for the presence of an object.

Applications

The HTE18-B4A1BB is commonly used in industrial applications. It can be used to detect presence with a range of up to several meters, and is commonly used in production lines, automation, machinery, and robotics. The sensor can detect objects with a range of up to several millimeters, and is also used in distance measuring applications, such as in navigation systems and automatic door openers.

In addition, the HTE18-B4A1BB is also used in consumer applications, such as in security cameras, surveillance cameras, and other imaging systems. It is also used in industrial HVAC systems and automotive systems. Its small size and low-power consumption make it well-suited for a variety of applications.

Conclusion

The HTE18-B4A1BB is a miniature and passively-powered 5mm infrared emitter commonly used in industrial applications. It uses optical principles for detection of objects, and its small size and low-power consumption make it well-suited for a variety of applications. These include industrial automation, robotics, security cameras, surveillance cameras, and other imaging systems, as well as industrial HVAC systems and automotive systems.

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