PDB-C160SM

Series:	--
Packaging:	Tape & Reel (TR)
Part Status:	Active
Wavelength:	850nm
Color - Enhanced:	Red
Spectral Range:	400nm ~ 1100nm
Diode Type:	PIN
Responsivity @ nm:	--
Response Time:	20ns
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max):	32V
Current - Dark (Typ):	2nA
Active Area:	7.02mm²
Viewing Angle:	120°
Operating Temperature:	-40°C ~ 100°C
Mounting Type:	Surface Mount
Package / Case:	2-SMD, Gull Wing

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Optical Sensors - Photodiodes

The PDB-C160SM is a type of photodiode which is an important element of many electrical and optical devices. Photodiodes are a type of electronic device that convert light, which may be invisible, into electrical signals. This process is known as photon detection and can be used for a variety of applications, depending on the type of photodiode.The PDB-C160SM is a silicon-based photodiode which is ideal for sensing visible, near infra-red, and light in the ultraviolet spectrum. Due to its wide range of sensitivity, the PDB-C160SM is commonly used in industrial or scientific settings where precise, reliable detection of light is required. These photodiodes are usually packaged as a single unit that connects directly to the electrical device which then reads the signal. The outer shell of the photodiode can be made of several materials in order to filter out certain wavelengths of light. The active components of the diode are usually silicon, and, in order to obtain maximum sensitivity, some photodiodes also incorporate a special type of coating or filter which is designed to absorb specific wavelengths of light. The working principle of the PDB-C160SM is simple: when a photon of appropriate frequency reaches the photodiode, it passes through the outer shell and is absorbed by the active components. This triggers a chemical reaction that generates electric charge carriers (electrons or holes) which move in a "reverse-bias current" across the diode. The charge carriers reach the electric device, which interprets the signal and converts it into useful information. The main application field of the PDB-C160SM is industrial sensing, specifically for applications that require precise control of wavelength. For example, in metrology applications, photodiodes can be used to detect light in the visible and near infrared spectrums with high accuracy. This type of photodiode is also used in spectroscopy instruments, which are used to identify materials, and in medical imaging devices, where they can be used to detect specific wavelengths of infrared light for the purposes of diagnosis. In addition to its application in industrial sensing, the PDB-C160SM is also used in communications and navigation systems, as well as for various scientific experiments. For example, in astronomy, photodiodes are used to detect gamma-ray photons emitted by distant stars and galaxies. In communications, they are used to detect light signals from optical fibers, while in navigation they are used to detect laser signals emitted by GPS satellites. The PDB-C160SM is a versatile photodiode that can be used in a wide variety of applications. Its ability to detect light in the visible, near infra-red, and ultraviolet spectrums makes it a valuable tool for many industrial and scientific tasks. It has become a staple element of many important electrical devices, due to its reliability and accuracy. As technology continues to advance, it is highly likely that photodiodes such as the PDB-C160SM will become even more important in the years ahead.

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