The TCRT5000 reflective photoelectric sensor integrates both an infrared light emitting diode and a phototransistor which can be used as a detector for the reflected signal.

The TCRT5000 and TCRT5000L are reflective sensors which include an infrared emitter and phototransistor in a leaded package which blocks visible light. The package includes two mounting clips. TCRT5000L is the long lead version.

Features

• Package type: leaded

• Detector type: phototransistor

• Dimensions (L x W x H in mm): 10.2 mm x 5.8 mm x 7 mm

• Peak operating distance: 2.5 mm

• Operating range within > 20 % relative collector current: 0.2 mm to 15 mm

• Typical output current under test: IC = 1 mA

• Daylight blocking filter

• Emitter wavelength: 950 nm

• Lead (Pb)-free soldering released

• Compliant to RoHS directive 2002/95/EC and in accordance to WEEE 2002/96/EC

Applications

• Line sensor for line following robots

• Position sensor for shaft encoder

• General purpose obstacle detector

• Position sensor for shaft encoder

• Detection of reflective material such as paper, IBM cards, magnetic tapes etc.

• Limit switch for mechanical motions in VCR

• General purpose - wherever the space is limited