Datasheet
VCNL36687S
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Vishay Semiconductors
Rev. 1.2, 21-Sep-2018
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Document Number: 84907
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TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS (T
amb
= 25 °C, unless otherwise specified)
Fig. 4 - Normalized Spectral Response Fig. 5 - Forward Current vs. Forward Voltage
Fig. 6 - VCSEL Profile
VCNL36687S offers a high detection range already with very low pulse current of ≤ 20 mA.
Fig. 7 - Proximity Value vs. Distance; PS_IT = 8T
For more information please study the application note “Designing the VCNL36687S Into an Application”
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Media: Kodak Gray Card
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