BPW21R The Vishay BPW21R is a planar Silicon PN photodiode designed for high-precision linear applications. It is housed in a hermetically sealed TO-5 package.
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BPW21R

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The Vishay BPW21R is a planar Silicon PN photodiode designed for high-precision linear applications. It is housed in a hermetically sealed TO-5 package.
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BPW21R Specifications Quick View

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BPW21R Description

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The Vishay BPW21R is a planar Silicon PN photodiode housed in a hermetically sealed TO-5 package, specifically engineered for high-precision linear applications. Its design ensures linearity over seven decades of illumination level due to extremely high dark resistance. A strictly logarithmic correlation exists between open circuit voltage and illumination over the same range.

 

This photodiode features a flat glass window with a built-in color correction filter, approximating the spectral response of the human eye. Key electrical characteristics include a typical forward voltage of 1.0V at 50mA, a minimum breakdown voltage of 10V, and a typical reverse dark current of 23nA at 5V.

 

The device has a radiant sensitive area of 7.5 mm² and an angle of half sensitivity of ± 50°. The spectral response ranges from 420 nm to 675 nm. It operates within a temperature range of -40 °C to +125 °C and has a junction temperature limit of 125 °C.

 

Applications include its use as a sensor in exposure and color measuring purposes. The photodiode is compliant with RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC and WEEE 2002/96/EC.

BPW21R Quick Information

Product Type: Silicon Photodiode
Canonical Name: BPW21R Silicon Photodiode
Subcategory: Silicon Photodiode

BPW21R Compliance

RoHS Status: RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 Unlimited
REACH Status: REACH Unaffected

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BPW21R Features

  • Planar Silicon PN photodiode.
  • Hermetically sealed TO-5 package.
  • High photo sensitivity.
  • Adapted to human eye responsivity.
  • Linear over seven decades of illumination.

BPW21R Applications

  • Used in light sensing applications
  • Suitable for LCD driver circuits
  • Ideal for optoelectronic switching
  • Applied in display monitor systems

BPW21R FAQs

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What is the spectral response of the BPW21R photodiode?

The spectral response of the BPW21R photodiode ranges from 420 nm to 675 nm.

What is the operating temperature range for the BPW21R?

The operating temperature range for the BPW21R is -40 °C to +125 °C.

What is the package type of the BPW21R?

The BPW21R is supplied in a TO-5 package.

What is the RoHS status of the BPW21R?

The BPW21R is RoHS3 Compliant.

What is the Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) for the BPW21R?

The Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) for the BPW21R is 1.

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