Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Using the TEPT5600 Ambient Light Sensor

The Vishay TEPT5600 is an ambient light sensor that can be used to replace Cadmium Sulfide (CdS) photo resistors.

Per the datasheet description, the TEPT5600 is a silicon NPN epitaxial planar photo transistor in a standard T-1 3/4" plastic package. Peak of responsivity is in the visible spectrum. Infrared spectrum is suppressed.

Vishay Semiconductors
Model TEPT5600
Mouser Part Number: 782-TEPT5600
Data Sheet

Usage:
(R1 will vary based on project needs)


Other links:
Phototransistor Circuit And Symbol Configurations
Digi-Key Training Ambient Light Sensor Module


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