Optek Technology, Inc. Carrollton, Texas 75006 (972) 323-2200 sensor@optekinc.com www.optekinc.com
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Vertical Cavity Surface
Emitting Laser in Plastic
T-1 Package
Technical Data
OPV232
Description
The OPV232 is a high performance 850nm VCSEL pack-
aged for sensing applicat io ns. This product’s combina-
tion of features includi ng high speed, hig h out put power
and conc entric beam makes it an ideal transmitter for
integrat ion into all types of position sensing equipmen t.
Applications include:
♦ Photoelect ric Sensors
♦ Light Curtains
♦ Position Sensors
♦ Encoders
Maximum Forward Peak Current 30 mA
Maximum Reverse Voltage 5 Volts
Storage Temperature -40 to +125°C
Operating Temperature -40 to +85° C
Soldering Lead Temperature 260° C for 10 Seconds
Absolute Maximum Rating s (TA = 25° C unless otherwise noted)
Features
• 850nm VCSEL Technology
• High thermal stability
• Low drive current/high output intensity
• Plastic T-1 convex lens for extra narrow beam
angle.
Additional laser safety information can be found
on the Optek website. See application #221.
Classification is not marked on the device due to
space limitations. See package outline for
centerline of optical radiance. Operating devices
beyond maximu m ratin g ma y result in hazardous
radiation exposure.
Optek Technology, Inc. Carrollton, Texas 75006 (972) 323-2200 sensor@optekinc.com www.optekinc.com
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SYMBOL PARAMETER MIN TYP MAX UNITS TEST CONDITION
POT Total Power Out 1.4 4.5 mW IF = 12 mA
ITH Threshold Current 2.0 6.0 mA Note 1
VF Forward Voltage 2.15 V IF = 12 mA
IR Reverse Current 30 nA VR = 5 V
RS Series Resistance 14 40 ohms Note 2
η Slope Efficiency 0.17 mW/mA Note 3
λ Wavelength 830 860 nm
∆λ Optical Bandwidth 0.85 nm
∆η/∆T Temp Coefficient of Slope Efficiency -0.40 %/°C
θ Beam Divergence 6 Degree
∆λ/∆T Temp Coefficient of Wavelength 0.06 nm/°C (0° - 70° C)
∆lTH/∆T Te mp Coeff ic ient of Threshold Current ±1.5 mA (0° - 70° C)
Nri Relative Intensity Noise -123 dB/Hz
∆VF/∆T Te mper ature Coef f icient fo r VF -2.5 mV/°C
OPV232 Technical Data
NOTES:
(1) Threshold Current is based on the two line intersection method specified in Telcordia GR-468-Core. Line 1 from 6 mA to 8 mA. Line 2 from 0
mA to 2 mA.
(2) Series Resistance is the slope of the Voltage-Current line from 8 to 12 mA.
(3) Slope efficiency, is the slope of the best fit LI line from 8 mA above threshold to 12 mA.
Electrical/Optical Characteristics (at 25 °C unless otherwise specified)
Optek reserves the right to make changes at any time in order to improve design and to supply the best product possible.
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OPV232 Technical Data
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OPV232 Technical Data
Mechanical Dimensions:
2 1
VCSEL
Invisible Light emits from this surface
2-
1-Anode
