The document describes a phototransistor optical interrupter switch with features including no-contact switching, a 2.41 mm wide slot, a slot horizontal to the mounting surface, mounting tabs, a transistor output, and wire leads for remote connection. The product is suitable for optoelectronic sensor applications.
This document is a technical datasheet for the Fairchild Semiconductor QVE00039 Phototransistor Optical Interrupter Switch. It provides absolute maximum ratings, electrical and optical characteristics, and typical performance curves for the device operating at 25°C.
The datasheet includes package dimensions with notes on tolerances and wire gauge specifications. Key features include no-contact switching, a 2.41 mm wide slot, and transistor output with an opaque black plastic housing.
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 to +85 °C |
|---|---|
| Continuous Forward Current (Emitter) | 50 mA |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (Sensor) | 30 V |
| Peak Emission Wavelength | 940 nm |
The soldering iron should be at least 1/16" (1.6mm) away from the housing.
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