Advanced Photonix, Inc. introduced a new silicon PIN photodiode for OEM optical communications applications. The SD150-14-006 is intended for Very Fast IR (VFIR) links, IrDA-compatible transceivers in cameras, portable peripherals and data storage devices, and is also well-suited for use in LAN access nodes, VCSEL-based IR links, and instrumentation. Optimized for digital transmission, this photodiode delivers high data transfer speeds (16 Mbps and up to 32 Mbps on selected devices) while remaining very economical. The detector also features exceptional sensitivity, with a quantum efficiency (QE) over 80% through the 500-850 nm wavelength region.
The design of the SD150-14-006 enables high-speed operation at a bias voltage of only 2.5 V, which simplifies integration and makes it compatible with battery-powered devices. In addition, this design alleviates the signal tailing problem found in some other high-speed photodiode types. Ease of integration is further enhanced by a large active area diameter (2.3 mm2), simplifying optical alignment issues. In addition to standard TO and fiber-coupled packages, Advanced Photonix can custom assemble the SD150-14-006 into OEM IrDA transceiver modules.
About Advanced Photonix:
Advanced Photonix, Inc. (ASE: API) is a supplier of innovative, silicon-based electro-optical products and design solutions to a global OEM customer base. For more information, visit www.advancedphotonix.com.