This document is a product bulletin for the Optek OP240 series, which consists of 890nm high intensity gallium aluminum arsenide infrared emitting diodes. The devices are molded in IR transmissive clear epoxy packages designed for use in PC board mounted slotted switches or as easily mounted interrupt detectors. The bulletin provides physical dimensions and notes that the side-looking packages are suitable for space-limited applications.
| Continuous Forward Current | 50 mA |
|---|---|
| Peak Forward Current | 3.0A |
| Storage and Operating Temperature Range | -40° C to +100° C |
| Reverse Voltage | 2.0V |
| Power Dissipation | 100 mW |
| Spectral Bandwidth | 80 nm |
| Emission Angle at Half Power Points | 40 Deg. |
The maximum continuous forward current is 50 mA.
The peak forward current is 3.0 A for 1 ps pulse widths.
The operating temperature range is from -40° C to +100° C.
The peak emission wavelength is 890 nm when the forward current is 10 mA.