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- QVE00033
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Fairchild QVE00033 Surface Mount Phototransistor Optical Interrupter Switch Application Note
The document describes the Fairchild QVE00033, a surface-mount optical interrupter switch consisting of an infrared LED emitter and a phototransistor detector separated by a slot. It is designed to detect the presence or absence of a vane or shield in the light path with high mechanical sensitivity.
Read onlineFairchild QVE00033 specifications
| Operating Temperature | -55 to +100 °C |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -55 to +100 °C |
| Soldering Temperature (Iron) | 240 for 5 sec. |
| Soldering Temperature (Flow) | 260 for 10 sec. |
| Total Power Dissipation | 100 mW |
| Continuous Forward Current (Emitter) | 50 mA |
| Reverse Voltage (Emitter) | 6 V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (Sensor) | 30 V |
| Peak Emission Wavelength | 940 nm |
Source: Fairchild Semiconductor QVE00033 Phototransistor Optical Surface Mount Interrupter Switch Datasheet
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Questions answered in these manuals
What is the width of the slot separating the emitter and detector?
The slot separating the emitter and detector is 2mm wide.
From: Fairchild QVE00033 Surface Mount Phototransistor Optical Interrupter Switch Application Note
How much movement of a vane interrupts the detector path?
A movement of only 0.4mm causes the detector path to be interrupted.
From: Fairchild QVE00033 Surface Mount Phototransistor Optical Interrupter Switch Application Note
What is the slot width of the QVE00033?
The device features a 2mm wide slot.
From: Fairchild Semiconductor QVE00033 Phototransistor Optical Surface Mount Interrupter Switch Datasheet
Is the housing opaque?
Yes, it is packaged in an opaque black plastic housing.
From: Fairchild Semiconductor QVE00033 Phototransistor Optical Surface Mount Interrupter Switch Datasheet