Vishay Phototransistor 50° Visible Light Infrared Through Hole 2-Pin 3 mm T-1 Package BPW85

Vishay BPW85 phototransistor is a silicon NPN phototransistor designed to detect visible and near-infrared light, featuring a 50° angle of half sensitivity and housed in a compact 3 mm (T-1) through-hole package with a clear lens for optimum light reception.

With high photo and radiant sensitivity, the BPW85 achieves fast response times, including a typical rise time of 2μs and fall time of 2.3μs, making it suitable for fast switching applications in electronic control and drive circuits.

The phototransistor supports a maximum collector current of 50mA and withstands collector-emitter voltages up to 70V, ensuring robust performance under standard operating conditions ranging from -40°C to +100°C.

This device is packaged in bulk form with through-hole 2-pin mounting and conforms to RoHS environmental standards.

The BPW85 series includes variants BPW85A, BPW85B, and BPW85C and finds applications in detectors requiring precise light sensitivity in industrial, laboratory, and automation electronic environments.

High photo and radiant sensitivity for reliable detection. Fast rise and fall times enable rapid response in circuits. Wide operating temperature range from -40 to +100 °C. Compact 3 mm diameter T-1 package with through-hole pins.

50° angle of half intensity for broad detection coverage. Peak wavelength sensitivity at 850nm for infrared applications. Durable construction compliant with RoHS regulations.

This Vishay BPW85 phototransistor is typically employed in various fields including industrial automation, manufacturing electronic sensors, laboratory instrumentation, and control systems where precise visible and infrared light detection is essential.

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