New Vishay Intertechnology High Power IR Emitters Deliver 30 % Higher Radiant Intensity in 20 % Smaller Footprint

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Vishay Intertechnology has expanded its optoelectronics portfolio with six new 850 nm and 940 nm high-power infrared (IR) emitters, featuring superior radiant intensity of up to 6,000 mW/sr. These emitters, built on SurfLight™ technology, support high drive currents of 1.5 A DC and 5 A pulsed, making them suitable for various applications, including gaming and night vision. They occupy a 20% smaller footprint and offer 30% higher intensity than previous models. Samples are available now with lead times of 8 to 12 weeks.

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• Launch of six new 850 nm and 940 nm high power IR emitters.
• Best-in-class radiant intensity of up to 6,000 mW/sr at 5 A pulse current.
• 30% higher intensity compared to previous-generation solutions.
• 20% smaller footprint than competing devices.
• Ideal for multiple applications, enhancing market competitiveness.

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• None.

For High Drive Currents to 1.5 A DC and 5 A Pulsed, 850 nm and 940 nm Devices Offer Radiant Intensity to 6,000 mW/sr in 3.4 mm by 3.4 mm SMD Packages

MALVERN, Pa., Feb. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today broadened its optoelectronics portfolio with the release of six new 850 nm and 940 nm high power infrared (IR) emitters that deliver best in class radiant intensity in 3.4 mm by 3.4 mm surface-mount packages. Built on Vishay’s SurfLight™ surface emitter chip technology, the Vishay Semiconductors devices are designed for high drive currents up to 1.5 A DC and 5 A pulsed in industrial and consumer applications.

Featuring a double-stack chip, the IR emitters released today provide high radiant intensity up to 6,000 mW/sr at a 5 A pulse current. 30 % higher than previous-generation solutions and 10 % higher than the closest competing device, these values enable greater illumination distance while minimizing the number of components required to lower costs and save space. For further space savings, the emitters occupy a 20 % smaller footprint than competing devices and previous-generation solutions.

The IR emitters are ideal for eye tracking in gaming, as well as night vision for CCTV, machine vision, toll systems, number plate recognition, and general IR illumination. For these applications, the devices combine their high radiant intensity with three angles of half intensity — ± 28°, ± 40°, and ± 60° — an increased ambient temperature range from -40 °C to +125 °C, and low thermal resistance from 6 K/W to 9 K/W.

RoHS-compliant, halogen-free, and Vishay Green, the emitters support lead (Pb)-free reflow soldering. The devices offer high ESD immunity up to 5 kV in accordance with ANSI / ESDA / JEDEC^® JS-001, a floor life of 168 hours, and a moisture sensitivity level of 3 in accordance with J-STD-020E.

Device Specification Table:

Part number	Centroid wavelength (nm)	Typ. radiant intensity (mW/sr) at		Angle of half intensity
		IF = 1 A	IF = 5 A
VSMA1085250	850	1350	6000	± 28°
VSMA1085400	850	925	4100	± 40°
VSMA1085600	850	490	2200	± 60°
VSMA1094250	940	1250	5300	± 28°
VSMA1094400	940	850	3600	± 40°
VSMA1094600	940	460	1950	± 60°

Samples and production quantities of the new IR emitters are available now, with lead times of eight to 12 weeks.

Vishay manufactures one of the world’s largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. Serving customers worldwide, Vishay is The DNA of tech.™ Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is a Fortune 1,000 Company listed on the NYSE (VSH). More on Vishay at www.Vishay.com.

The DNA of tech™ and SurfLight are trademarks of Vishay Intertechnology.

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Link to product datasheets:
http://www.vishay.com/ppg?80297 (VSMA1085250)
http://www.vishay.com/ppg?80294 (VSMA1085400)
http://www.vishay.com/ppg?80298 (VSMA1085600)
http://www.vishay.com/ppg?80299 (VSMA1094250)
http://www.vishay.com/ppg?80295 (VSMA1094400)
http://www.vishay.com/ppg?80300 (VSMA1094600)

Link to product photo
https://www.flickr.com/photos/vishay/albums/72177720296426617

For more information please contact:
Vishay Intertechnology
Peter Henrici, +1 408 567-8400
peter.henrici@vishay.com
or
Redpines
Bob Decker, +1 415 409-0233
bob.decker@redpinesgroup.com 

FAQ

What new products did Vishay Intertechnology release on February 14, 2022?

On February 14, 2022, Vishay Intertechnology launched six new high-power infrared emitters at 850 nm and 940 nm.

What is the radiant intensity of the new IR emitters from Vishay?

The new IR emitters provide a radiant intensity of up to 6,000 mW/sr at a 5 A pulse current.

What applications are suitable for Vishay's new high-power IR emitters?

The new IR emitters are ideal for eye tracking in gaming, night vision for CCTV, machine vision, toll systems, and number plate recognition.

How do the new IR emitters compare to previous models?

The new emitters have 30% higher intensity and a 20% smaller footprint compared to previous-generation devices.

When are the new IR emitters available for purchase?

Samples and production quantities of the new IR emitters are available now, with lead times of 8 to 12 weeks.