Sensor Integrates Proximity And Ambient Light Functionality

Sensor Integrates Proximity And Ambient Light Functionality
Vishay Intertechnology Inc.

Designed for consumer designs, the VCNL4040 does double duty as a proximity and ambient light sensor. Featuring Filtron technology, it measures 4 mm x 2 mm x 1.1 mm and packs an IR emitter, photo detectors for proximity and ambient light, a signal processing IC, and a 16-bit ADC. The three-in-one sensor provides an interrupt function, I²C bus, and promises to simplify window and sensor placement in a wide variety of consumer applications. Other features include an accuracy of ±10 %, detection from 0.01 lx to 5.2 klx, fluorescent light flicker immunity, and an operating temperature from -40°C to +85°C. Pricing starts at $1.05 each/5,000. A datasheet is available at http://www.vishay.com/ppg?84274

Vishay Intertechnology Inc.
Shelton, CT
402-563-6866
[email protected]
http://www.vishay.com

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Company: Vishay Intertechnology Inc.
Country: United States (USA)