PDB-C613-2

The PDB-C613-2 is classified as an optical sensor, specifically a photodiode, and is often used to detect light or measure the intensity of light. The photodiodes main component is usually a semiconductor crystal which is composed of opposition P and N type regions. In a PDB-C613-2, the photocurrent generated by the light source is displayed from the output voltage. The different types of photodiodes have various application fields and they also differ in terms of the working principle.

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The PDB-C613-2 photodiode is specifically designed for sensing light in the near-infrared range, from 800nm to 1100nm. Its properties makes it ideal for applications such as laser illumination, optical communication, optical sensing, radiometry, or imaging. With a high sensitivity of up to 0.75A/W, it allows for rapid and precise light measuremeents, making it ideal for industrial, biological, and medical applications.

Working Principle

The working principle of the PDB-C613-2 photodiode is based on the photovoltaic effect. When a photon of light energy impinges on the photodiode’s PN junction and creates an electric field, the electrons and holes are separated creating a current. This current is then proportional to the intensity of the received light.

Applications

The PDB-C613-2 is often used in a variety of applications which require the detection and/or measurement of light. As previously mentioned it is ideal for laser illumination, optical communication, optical sensing, radiometry, or imaging. It can be used to measure the intensity of light, image from a distance, detect movement, or identify objects and people. It is also used in the medical industry for optical imaging and diagnostics. It has been used for measuring the level of hemoglobin in tissue samples or imaging tumors in a body.

Conclusion

The PDB-C613-2 is a photodiode which is used to detect light and has a variety of applications ranging from measuring light intensity to medical imaging. Its working principle is based on the photovoltaic effect, where the signal current is proportional to the intensity of the light received. This makes it ideal for industrial, biological, and medical applications.