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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APDS-9251-001

Ambient Light Sensors Digital RGB IR & ALS
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Broadcom

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 2.137

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APDS-9253-001

Ambient Light Sensors Digital RGB IR & ALS
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Broadcom

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 2.137

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BH1749NUC-E2

Ambient Light Sensors Dig 16bit Clr Sensr 2.3-3.6V 80klx 190uA
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ROHM

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AUD 2.1371

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PDV-P9008

PHOTOCELL 10K-200K OHM 4.20MM
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Luna Optoelectronics

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 2.138

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VTP1332H

Photodiode; THT; 920nm; 725-1150nm; 25nA
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Excelitas

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 2.1409

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GL7501F

Photoresistors Through Hole RoHS
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Jing Chuang

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 2.1531

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CPC1832N

IXYS Integrated Circuits Photodiodes 8V Output Solar Cell
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IXYS

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 2.1584

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SDP8405-014

Phototransistors Silicon PhotoTrans T-1 Plastic Package
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Honeywell

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 2.1771

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OPT3004DTST

Ambient Light Sensors Digital ambient light sensor (ALS) with increased angular IR rejection 8-SOT-5X3 -40 to 85
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Texas Instruments

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 2.2108

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GL7520F

Photoresistors Through Hole RoHS
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Jing Chuang

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6 to 16 Weeks

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