VCSEL is a semiconductor microlaser diode that emits light in a cylindrical beam vertically from the surface of a fabricated wafer. It features an 850nm wavelength range, high data rate ≥ 2.5Gbps, high reliability, and low current and voltage.
This datasheet details the Kodenshi KVCB1-8512 VCSEL, a 850nm semiconductor laser diode designed for high-speed applications. It specifies electrical and optical parameters including threshold current, output power, and wavelength. The device is suitable for fiber optic links, proximity sensors, encoders, and barcode scanners. Absolute maximum ratings cover operating and storage temperatures, as well as voltage and current limits.
| Wavelength Range | 850nm |
|---|---|
| Maximum Operating Temperature | +70°C |
| Continuous Forward Current | 10 mA |
| Peak Wavelength | 850 nm |
| Forward Voltage | 2.2 V |
| Optical Output Power | 2.5 mW |
The peak wavelength is 850 nm, with a range from 840 to 860 nm.
The maximum forward voltage is 2.2 V.
The maximum operating temperature is +70°C.