About Optical Detectors and Sensors

Optical Detectors and Sensors

Optical detectors and sensors are used to measure light and optical signals. They convert light energy into electrical signals that can control other equipment or be further processed in some form. They are used in a variety of areas of science, engineering, and industry. Optical detectors and sensors can range from simple photodiodes and phototransistors to complex optical devices such as imaging spectrometers. They are also used for imaging and sensing applications such as nighttime surveillance or medical imaging. Some optical detectors and sensors require an illumination source such as an LED or laser diode. Other sensors rely solely on the ambient light in their environment. They can be used to detect a range of different optical signals, such as UV radiation, infrared radiation, visible light, and so on. Optical detectors and sensors are widely used in telecommunications, optoelectronics, aerospace, automotive, and more.

Optical Detectors and Sensors

Ambient Light Sensors

Infrared Detectors

Photo IC Sensors

Photodiodes

Photoresistors

Phototransistors

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PRT-09541

Photodiodes Miniature Solar Cell - BPW34
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SparkFun

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AUD 3.125

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SEN0390

Ambient Light Sensors Ambient Light Sensor(0-200klx)
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DF Robot

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AUD 14.4857

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MTD3910W

Photodiodes
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Marktech

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AUD 4.3654

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MTD5052N

PHOTO DIODE 525NM B/G CLR TO-18
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Marktech

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AUD 7.491

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SLSD-71N300

PHOTODIODE, PLANAR
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Advanced Photonix

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AUD 24.915

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SFH 320

Phototransistor; PLCC2; ?p max:980nm; 35V; 60°; Lens: transparent
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OSRAM

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AUD 0.4744

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PT-A2-AC-3-BE-850

Phototransistor; 3mm; λp max:850nm; 30V; Lens: transparent; 70mW
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Token

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AUD 0.14

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SFH 3600-2/3

Phototransistor; ?p max:990nm; 35V; 60°; Lens: transparent; 130mW
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Osram

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AUD 0.4571

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SAH230M2

Photodiode; 0805; 880nm; 400-1000nm; Mounting: SMD; 1nA; -55÷100°C
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Laser Components

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AUD 22.58

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MTPD2601N-100

Photodiodes InGaAs PIN PD 2600nm Dome Lens
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Marktech

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