Vishay TEMT6000 ±60° Visible Light Phototransistor, Surface Mount 3-Pin 1206 Package TEMT6000

Vishay TEMT6000 ±60° Visible Light Phototransistor is designed as a compact surface-mount device with a 3-pin 1206 package footprint measuring 4 mm length, 2 mm width, and 1.05 mm height. It integrates an NPN epitaxial planar phototransistor within a transparent casing, providing high photosensitivity and sensitivity comparable to human eye response at 570 nm peak wavelength.

This phototransistor exhibits a maximum collector current of 20 mA and a maximum light current of 50 μA, with minimal dark current around 50 nA, enabling precise ambient light detection. Its wide angle of half sensitivity at ±60° allows for broad light capture, making it ideal for applications including automotive lighting controls, mobile phones, notebook computers, dashboard illumination, and cameras.

Engineered to operate in a temperature range from -40°C to 100°C, this device meets industry standards such as RoHS compliance and automotive-grade AEC-Q101 qualification, ensuring reliability in harsh conditions. The 1206 surface mount design optimizes board space and simplifies integration into high-volume manufacturing settings through tape & reel packaging compatibility.

Compact 3-pin 1206 surface mount package with dimensions 4 x 2 x 1.05 mm. Sensitive to visible light spectrum with peak at 570 nm wavelength. Maximum collector current rated at 20 mA. Low dark current of 50 nA enables accurate light sensing.

Wide ±60° angle of half sensitivity for broad light detection. Temperature tolerant from -40°C to 100°C for industrial and automotive use. Compliance with RoHS and automotive AEC-Q101 standards.

This phototransistor is widely used in industrial, automotive, consumer electronics, and lighting applications for ambient light sensing to optimize display brightness, conserve power, and enable adaptive lighting controls. Its PCB footprint conforms to standard manufacturing processes in electronics assembly environments.

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