LTR516A Infrared Receiver Photodiode Sensor DIP (LTR-516A IR Receiver / Infrared Optical Sensor)

The LTR516A Infrared Receiver Photodiode is a high sensitivity silicon photodiode designed to detect infrared light and convert optical signals into an electrical current. It is suitable for receiving infrared signals from IR LEDs and other infrared emitters in optical sensing and communication circuits.

With its fast response and low dark current, the LTR516A can be used in IR communication, remote control systems, proximity sensing, optical switching, embedded systems, and industrial electronics.

Key Features -

• LTR516A infrared receiver photodiode

• High sensitivity to infrared light

• Optimized for near infrared wavelengths

• Fast response time

• Low dark current

• Wide infrared spectral response

• Compact radial DIP style package

• Through hole PCB mounting

• Suitable for IR communication and sensing

Specifications -

• Product Type = Infrared Receiver Photodiode

• Model = LTR516A

• Sensor Type = Silicon Infrared Photodiode

• Peak Wavelength = Approximately 900nm to 940nm

• Spectral Range = Approximately 770nm to 1050nm

• Response Time = Approximately 50ns

• Reverse Voltage = Up to 30V

• Dark Current = Approximately 30nA

• Mounting Type = Through Hole

• Package Type = Radial DIP Style

• Output Type = Photocurrent

• Application = Infrared Signal Detection

Applications -

• IR communication systems

• Remote control receivers

• Infrared sensing

• Proximity detection

• Optical switching

• IR transmitter and receiver circuits

• Embedded systems

• Industrial electronics

• Optical data transmission

• DIY electronics projects