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Photologic OPB960/OPB970 Series Optical Switches Datasheet
The OPB960 and OPB970 series provide optimum flexibility for design engineers. Users can choose mounting configuration, aperture width, shell material (opaque or IR‑transmissive), and TTL output type (totem‑pole or open‑collector) with optional inverter or buffer polarity. All devices include a built‑in hysteresis amplifier for added stability.
Electrical specifications include supply voltages of 4.75‑5.25 V, input diode forward voltage of 1.7 V, reverse current of 100 µA, and output voltage levels of 0.4 V (low) and 2.4 V (high). The switches operate from –40 °C to +70 °C and can be stored from –40 °C to +85 °C. They feature .020" square leads for PCB mounting and are housed in opaque or IR‑transmissive plastic packages.
Optek OPB960 specifications
| Supply Voltage (VCC) | 4.75‑5.25 V |
|---|---|
| Input Diode Forward Voltage | 1.7 V |
| Input Diode Reverse Current | 100 µA |
| Lead Spacing | .020" square leads |
| Output Power Dissipation | 200 mW |
| Total Device Power Dissipation | 300 mW |
Source: Photologic OPB960/OPB970 Series Optical Switches Datasheet
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Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
Questions answered in these manuals
What lead spacing is used for PCB mounting?
The devices use .020" square leads designed for printed circuit board mounting.
From: Photologic OPB960/OPB970 Series Optical Switches Datasheet
What supply voltage is required for the switches?
The switches operate from a DC supply voltage of 4.75 V to 5.25 V.
From: Photologic OPB960/OPB970 Series Optical Switches Datasheet
What logic and driver options are available for the OPB960 series?
The series offers four logic and driver combinations: Buffer Totem‑Pole, Buffer Open‑Collector, Inverter Totem‑Pole, and Inverter Open‑Collector.
From: OPTEK OPB960/OPB970/OPB980/OPB990 Photologic Slotted Optical Switch Datasheet
What is the LED wavelength range for these switches?
The integrated LED emits near‑infrared light between 850 nm and 940 nm.
From: OPTEK OPB960/OPB970/OPB980/OPB990 Photologic Slotted Optical Switch Datasheet
