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Photodiode (BPW34)

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BPW34 PIN photodiode · about 50 µA at 1000 lux · use reverse-biased into a resistor or an op-amp (transimpedance) · 300 lux

Photodiode (BPW34) on the simulator's bench

Try it on the benchThe lab drops it on an empty bench and opens its datasheet card.

Typical part: BPW34 PIN photodiode

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Ratings and limits

Sensitivity≈ 50 nA per lux (white light)
Dark current2 nA
Response100 ns

How to use it

Reverse-biased into a resistor (or a transimpedance amplifier) for a voltage proportional to light. Fast enough for light-based data.

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