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ROHM RPI-5100 Data Sheet

Summary

The RPI-5100 is an actuator-type photointerrupter designed for reliable optical control in various electronic and industrial applications. This technical manual provides comprehensive specifications, detailing critical performance parameters such as electrical characteristics, operational limits (-25 to +85°C), response times, and power dissipation tolerances. It serves as an essential resource for engineers and circuit designers who require precise data to effectively integrate the sensor into automated control systems and optical recognition equipment.

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External dimensions (Unit : mm)

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Actuator-type photointerrupter

LA IV LL Ic LA IV LL Ic

Through hole

Absolute maximum ratings (Ta=25°C)

Parameter Symbol Limits Unit Applications

Forward current IF m A

Optical control equipment

Reverse voltage VR

Facsimiles

Cross-section A-A

Power dissipation PD m W 0.5

Plain paper copiers

Collector-emitter voltage VCEO

Features

Emitter-collector voltage VECO 4.5

Collector current IC m A 1) Compact.

Collector power dissipation PC m W 2) Minimal influence from stray light. 3) Equipped with an actuator mount.

Operating temperature Topr −25 to +85 °C

IS IP IO Optical axis center

Storage temperature Tstg −30 to +85 °C

LL IS IP IO (m

IF 3.3

Electrical and optical characteristics (Ta=25°C)

Parameter Symbol Min. Typ. Max. Unit Conditions

Forward voltage VF 1.3 1.6 IF=50m A

Reverse current IR µA VR=5V

Dark current ICEO 0.5 µA VCE=10V

Peak sensitivity wavelength (2.5)

λP nm

Collector current IC 0.2 1.0 m A VCE=5V, IF=20m A Collector-emitter saturation

VCE(sat) 0.4 IF=20m A, IC=0.1m A φ0.8±0.1

voltage

Anode Collector

Response time tr tf µs VCC=5V, IF=20m A, RL=100Ω

Cut-off frequency f C MHz

IF=50m A ∗ Non-coherent Infrared light emitting diode used. Peak light emitting wavelength λP nm

Notes:

VCC=5V, IC=1m A, RL=100Ωtr tf Response time

µs 1. Unspecified tolerance

LA IV LL Ic ∗ This product is not designed to be protected against electromagnetic wave. IF Emitter

Cathode

shall be ±0.2 .

Maximum sensitivity wavelength λP nm 2. Dimension in parenthesis are

show for reference.

Electrical and optical characteristics curves

VCE=5V IF=20m A

−25°C 0°C 25°C RL=1kΩ 50°C 75°C VR=10V

RL=500Ω

VR=20V

VR=30V

RL=100Ω

DISTANCE : d (mm) AMBIENT TEMPERATURE : Ta (°C) FORWARD VOLTAGE : VF (V) FORWARD CURRENT : IF (m A) COLLECTOR CURRENT : Ic (m A) AMBIENT TEMPERATURE : Ta (°C)

Fig.1 Relative output current vs. Fig.3 Forward current vs. forward Fig.7 Collector current vs. Fig.8 Response time vs. Fig.9 Dark current vs. LL distance ( ) Ic LL Fig.2 Forward current falloff Ic voltage forward current collector current ambient temperature

VCE=5V VCCInput

IF=20m A (1 .5 2.5

in .5

IF=50m A

PD PC

2. 4. Input

30m A Output

1.5 90%RL

Output td

tr tf

td : Delay time r : Rise time (time for output current to rise from 10% to 90% of peak current)

f : Fall time (time for output current to fall

DISTANCE : d (mm) AMBIENT TEMPERATURE : Ta (°C) AMBIENT TEMPERATURE : Ta (°C) COLLECTOR TO EMITTER VOLTAGE : VCE (V) from 90% to 10% of peak current)

Fig.4 Relative output current vs. Fig.5 Power dissipation / collector power Fig.6 Relative output vs. ambient (4

distance ( ) dissipation vs. ambient temperature 1. temperature Fig.10 Output characteristics Fig.11 Response time measurement circuit

IM t ( µs

ID (n

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Page 1 External dimensions (Unit : mm) In fr ar ed ra ns fe ut pu In pu RPI-5100 ut pu ho to lig ht ch ar ac ch ar ac ch ar ac ph ot o- In pu t ( LE tr an si st or em itt er di od te ris tic te ris tic te ri...
Page 2 Appendix Notes No technical content pages of this document may be reproduced in any form or transmitted by any means without prior permission of ROHM CO.,LTD. The contents described herein are subject...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can this device be used in life-support or safety-critical equipment?

No. For machinery that directly endangers human life, consult a sales representative before use.

What are the allowed operating temperature ranges?

The recommended operating temperature range (Topr) is from -25 °C to +85 °C.

Is this component protected against electromagnetic waves?

No. The product explicitly states that it is not designed to be protected against electromagnetic wave interference.

What is the specified sensitivity wavelength range?

The standard peak sensitivity wavelength (λP) ranges from 800 nm to 1000 nm.