Vishay TCUT1800X01 quad channel transmissive sensor

The TCUT1800X01 is a 4-channel transmissive sensor designed for incremental and absolute encoder applications. The sensor combines two infrared emitters with four detector channels in a small, 5.5 x 5.85 x 7mm surface mount package.

In combination with an application specific code wheel or strip, the sensor is ideally suited for a wide range of applications.

The integration of four channels into the automotive-qualified package also makes this sensor an excellent choice for more complex applications.

Key features

• Provides up to 16 different binary states
• 5.5 x 5.85 x 7mm surface mount package
• 2 infrared emitters with 4 detector channels
• AEC-Q101 qualified

Additional features

• Detector type: phototransistor
• Gap (in mm): 3
• Aperture (in mm): 0.3
• Typical output current under test: IC = 1.3 mA
• Emitter wavelength: 950 nm
• Lead (Pb)-free soldering released
• Moisture sensitivity level (MSL): 1

Applications

• Climate control knobs in a car
• Air conditioning or heater
• Rotary switches
• Incremental turn switches