OP599A Photo Transistor - Optical Detector and Sensor
The OP599A is a high-performance NPN silicon phototransistor designed for precise optical sensing applications. Manufactured by OPTEK/TT ELECTRONICS in Mexico, this phototransistor features a narrow receiving angle of 20°, ensuring excellent on-axis optical coupling and alignment. Its dark blue injection-molded plastic package provides durability and optical clarity, making it suitable for space-limited environments requiring reliable light detection.
Key Features
Dark blue injection-molded plastic package for durability and optical clarity
Variety of sensitivity ranges for versatile applications
Package style: T-1¾ with TO-18 base for easy integration
Excellent optical lens surface and chip placement control
Narrow 20° viewing angle for precise detection
Electrical Specifications
Parameter
Min
Typ
Max
Units
Conditions
Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO)
30
V
Emitter-Collector Voltage (VECO)
5.0
V
Continuous Collector Current (IC)
50
mA
Collector-Dark Current (ICEO)
100
nA
V = 10.0 V, E = 0 CE E
Collector-Emitter Breakdown Voltage (V(BR)CEO)
30
V
I = 100 µA
Emitter-Collector Breakdown Voltage (V(BR)ECO)
5.0
V
I = 100 µA
Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (VCE(SAT))
0.40
V
I = 100 µA, E = 0.25 mW/cm2
Mechanical and Packaging Details
Package Type: BLK (Black) encapsulation
Lead Length: 0.75 inches
RoHS Compliant: Yes
ECCN: EAR99
Additional Information
This phototransistor is 100% production tested for close correlation with OPTEK GaAlAs emitters, ensuring consistent performance. It is suitable for applications requiring narrow receiving angles and space-constrained environments.
For detailed specifications and application guidance, please refer to the datasheet.
Note: The datasheet was not processed; please search the internet for the part number OP599A for more details.
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Manufactured by \u003cstrong\u003eOPTEK\/TT ELECTRONICS\u003c\/strong\u003e in Mexico, this phototransistor features a narrow receiving angle of 20°, ensuring excellent on-axis optical coupling and alignment. Its dark blue injection-molded plastic package provides durability and optical clarity, making it suitable for space-limited environments requiring reliable light detection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark blue injection-molded plastic package for durability and optical clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariety of sensitivity ranges for versatile applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage style: T-1¾ with TO-18 base for easy integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent optical lens surface and chip placement control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow 20° viewing angle for precise detection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eElectrical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTyp\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMax\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUnits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConditions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollector-Emitter Voltage (V\u003csub\u003eCEO\u003c\/sub\u003e)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmitter-Collector Voltage (V\u003csub\u003eECO\u003c\/sub\u003e)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContinuous Collector Current (I\u003csub\u003eC\u003c\/sub\u003e)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003emA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollector-Dark Current (I\u003csub\u003eCEO\u003c\/sub\u003e)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003enA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eV = 10.0 V, E = 0 CE E\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollector-Emitter Breakdown Voltage (V\u003csub\u003e(BR)\u003c\/sub\u003eCEO)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eI = 100 µA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmitter-Collector Breakdown Voltage (V\u003csub\u003e(BR)\u003c\/sub\u003eECO)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eI = 100 µA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (V\u003csub\u003eCE(SAT)\u003c\/sub\u003e)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eI = 100 µA, E = 0.25 mW\/cm\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMechanical and Packaging Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage Type: BLK (Black) encapsulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLead Length: 0.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoHS Compliant: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eECCN: EAR99\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis phototransistor is 100% production tested for close correlation with OPTEK GaAlAs emitters, ensuring consistent performance. It is suitable for applications requiring narrow receiving angles and space-constrained environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor detailed specifications and application guidance, please refer to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.waldomapac.com\/upload\/parts\/datasheets\/mf-op\/op-op599a.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edatasheet\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The datasheet was not processed; please search the internet for the part number OP599A for more details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e"}
