OPT8241NBNL

Product Overview

• Belongs to: Optical sensor category
• Basic Information:
  • Category: Optical sensor
  • Use: Distance measurement, gesture recognition, and motion detection
  • Characteristics: High accuracy, long range, low power consumption
  • Package: Surface mount
  • Essence: Utilizes time-of-flight (ToF) technology for precise distance measurements
  • Packaging/Quantity: Tape and reel packaging, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Operating Voltage: 3.3V
• Measurement Range: Up to 5 meters
• Resolution: 1mm
• Interface: I2C
• Dimensions: 4.9mm x 2.85mm x 1.6mm

Detailed Pin Configuration

• Pin 1: VDD
• Pin 2: SDA
• Pin 3: SCL
• Pin 4: GND

Functional Features

• Time-of-Flight Measurement: Accurately measures the time taken for light to travel to the target and back
• Ambient Light Rejection: Minimizes interference from ambient light sources
• Low Power Consumption: Ideal for battery-powered applications

Advantages and Disadvantages

• Advantages:
  • High accuracy
  • Long-range measurement
  • Low power consumption
• Disadvantages:
  • Limited operating temperature range
  • Requires calibration for optimal performance

Working Principles

The OPT8241NBNL operates based on the principle of time-of-flight measurement. It emits a pulse of light and measures the time it takes for the light to reflect off an object and return to the sensor. This time measurement is then used to calculate the distance to the object.

Detailed Application Field Plans

• Automotive LiDAR Systems: Used for autonomous driving applications
• Industrial Automation: Distance measurement in robotics and machinery
• Consumer Electronics: Gesture recognition and touchless control

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• OPT8241PBNL: Similar specifications with different package type
• VL53L1X: Longer measurement range but higher power consumption
• TFmini Plus: Lower cost alternative with shorter range

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This content provides a comprehensive overview of the OPT8241NBNL optical sensor, covering its basic information, specifications, pin configuration, functional features, advantages and disadvantages, working principles, detailed application field plans, and alternative models.