IR emitters deliver 30 % higher radiant intensity for position tracking
Built on Vishay’s SurfLight surface emitter chip technology, the VSMY5850X01 (850nm), VSMY5890X01 (890nm) and VSMY5940X01 (940nm) deliver 30 % higher radiant intensity than previous-generation devices over a wide temperature range from -40°C to +110°C. Traditional PCB packages use an all-transparent epoxy to embed the emitter chip, resulting in side emissions that can cause a halo effect in camera images. Designed for position tracking in virtual or augmented reality applications, the opaque side walls of the new IR emitters prevent unwanted side emissions and simplify designs by eliminating the need for external barriers such as rubber rings.
Unlike standard IR emitters that emit light in all directions, the SurfLight VSMY5850X01, VSMY5890X01, and VSMY5940X01 emit nearly all of their light and power out of the top of the chip. With most of the light concentrated on the surface, the IR emitters achieve higher intensity to 13mW/sr for proximity sensors, optical switches, and miniature light barriers. The devices combine their high brightness with a ± 60° angle of half intensity, fast rise and fall times of 7 ns, and low forward voltages down to 1.6 V at 100 mA. The three chips are qualified for use in automotive applications following the stringent AEC-Q101 guidelines. They offer a floor life of 168 hours, and feature a moisture sensitivity level of 3 in accordance with J-STD-020. Supporting lead (Pb)-free reflow soldering, the devices are RoHS-compliant, halogen-free, and Vishay Green.
Vishay Intertechnology – www.vishay.com
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