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| Parameter Category | Parameter | Specification / Value | Notes / Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Model Info | Product Type | Silicon PIN Photodiode with I-V Amplifier | Current-to-Voltage conversion onboard. |
| Model Variant | S1226-5BQ | The “BQ” suffix indicates a clear epoxy mold and a daylight blocking filter. | |
| Detector Type | Silicon PIN Photodiode | ||
| Amplifier Type | Built-in Op-Amp Circuit | ||
| Optical Characteristics | Spectral Response Range | 320 nm to 720 nm | The key difference. The filter cuts off near-infrared light. |
| Photosensitive Area Size | 0.8 mm² (Typ.) | ||
| Peak Wavelength (λ<sub>p</sub>) | 560 nm (Typ.) | Matches the peak sensitivity of the human eye. | |
| Radiant Sensitivity at λ<sub>p</sub> | 0.45 A/W (Typ.) | ||
| Luminous Sensitivity | 8.5 V/lx (Typ.) | V<sub>DD</sub>=5V. Critical spec for light meter applications. | |
| Electrical Characteristics (Amplifier) | Supply Voltage (V<sub>DD</sub>) | +5 VDC (Absolute max: ±6 V) | Designed for single +5V operation. |
| Supply Current | 0.8 mA (Typ.) | Low power consumption. | |
| Output Voltage Range | 0.1 V to 4.0 V | V<sub>DD</sub> = +5V. Rail-to-rail output. | |
| Output Impedance | 1 Ω (Typ.) | Can drive loads directly. | |
| Conversion Gain (Transimpedance) | 1.0 x 10<sup>5</sup> V/A (100 kV/A) | Fixed gain of 100,000. Output is 1V per 10µA of photocurrent. | |
| Bandwidth (-3dB) | 6 kHz (Typ.) | C<sub>L</sub> ≤ 100 pF. For steady-state or low-frequency light measurement. | |
| Dark Output Voltage | 2 mV (Typ.) | V<sub>DD</sub> = +5V, E<sub>v</sub> = 0 lx. | |
| Mechanical & Environmental | Package | 4-pin Plastic Mold | Pins: 1=Vout, 2=GND, 3=NC, 4=Vdd |
| Window Material | Clear Epoxy with Daylight Filter | “BQ” model. Filters out IR to match the human eye response. | |
| Operating Temperature | -10 °C to +60 °C | ||
| Storage Temperature | -25 °C to +65 °C | ||
| Key Features | • Integrated Amplifier & Photodiode • Spectral Response Matches Human Eye (Vλ) • Single +5V Supply • High Gain (100 kV/A) • Luminous Sensitivity Calibrated (V/lx) • Voltage Output | Designed specifically for photometric (lightness) measurement. |
Shipping Method
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Delivery Time
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