The 1616VCA940R8-PD0224-Z is a compact 940nm VCSEL and photosensitive diode integrated device in a 1616 SMD package. The VCSEL provides a typical optical power of 7.2mW, typical operating current of 10mA, typical forward voltage of 1.8V, and typical power conversion efficiency of 40%. The integrated photodiode features a maximum reverse dark current of 10nA, minimum reverse breakdown voltage of 33V, and typical total capacitance of 1pF. The device is RoHS compliant, Moisture Sensitivity Level L3, and specified as Laser Safety Class 1M.

Main Advantage: Integrates a 940nm VCSEL emitter and photosensitive diode detector in a compact 1616 SMD package, reducing component count and supporting compact optical sensing system integration.

Description

940nm 1616 SMD VCSEL & Photodiode Overview

The 1616VCA940R8-PD0224-Z is an integrated 940nm VCSEL and photosensitive diode device supplied in a compact 1616 SMD package. The VCSEL section is designed for short-range P-sensor applications, while the integrated photodiode provides optical detection functionality within the same surface-mount package.

The device combines a typical VCSEL optical output power of 7.2mW, typical operating current of 10mA, typical forward voltage of 1.8V and typical power conversion efficiency of 40%. The photosensitive diode section provides a maximum reverse dark current of 10nA, minimum reverse breakdown voltage of 33V and typical total capacitance of 1pF.

Key Performance: Integrated 940nm VCSEL emitter and photodiode detector in a compact 1.6 × 1.6mm SMD package, with 7.2mW typical VCSEL optical power and Class 1M laser safety.
1616VCA940R8-PD0224-Z 940nm 1616 SMD VCSEL and photodiode
1616VCA940R8-PD0224-Z 940nm VCSEL & Photodiode

Key Features

  • Integrated 940nm VCSEL and photosensitive diode
  • Compact 1616 SMD package
  • High reliability
  • Wavelength stabilization
  • Typical VCSEL optical power: 7.2mW
  • Typical VCSEL operating current: 10mA
  • Typical VCSEL forward voltage: 1.8V
  • Typical power conversion efficiency: 40%
  • Maximum PD reverse dark current: 10nA
  • Minimum PD reverse breakdown voltage: 33V
  • Typical PD capacitance: 1pF
  • ESD threshold: 8000V, Human Body Model
  • Laser Safety Class 1M
  • Pb-free and compliant with EU RoHS requirements
  • Moisture proof grade: L3

Product Specifications

Parameter Specification
Model 1616VCA940R8-PD0224-Z
Product Type 1616 SMD VCSEL & Photodiode
VCSEL Wavelength 940 nm
Typical VCSEL Optical Power 7.2 mW
Typical VCSEL Operating Current 10 mA
Typical VCSEL Forward Voltage 1.8 V
Typical VCSEL Divergence 23°
Typical VCSEL PCE 40%
PD Reverse Dark Current Max. 10 nA
PD Reverse Breakdown Voltage Min. 33 V
PD Total Capacitance Typ. 1 pF
Package Size 1.6 × 1.6 mm
Laser Safety Class 1M
Moisture Proof Grade L3
Compliance Pb-free / RoHS compliant

VCSEL Electrical and Optical Characteristics

The following VCSEL characteristics are provided in the original datasheet. The test notes specify measurements at the suggested bias current with the backside of the chip at 50°C under CW operation where applicable.

Category Parameter Symbol Unit Min. Typical Max. Notes
Electrical Threshold Current Ith mA 1.35 2 #1, #2
Electrical Operating Current I0 mA 10
Electrical Forward Voltage V0 V 1.6 1.8 2.2 #1
Optical Central Wavelength λp nm 934 940 946 #1
Optical Divergence Θ ° 20 23 26 Full width, 1/e², #1
Optical Optical Power Po mW 6.5 7.2 8.5 Peak, #1
Optical Dead Emitters Nde ea 0 #1, #3
Opti-electrical Slope Efficiency ηSE mW/mA 0.75 0.83 #1, #2
Opti-electrical Power Conversion Efficiency PCE % 36 40 #1

VCSEL Specification Notes

  • #1: Tested at the suggested bias current, with the temperature on the backside of the chip at 50°C under CW operation.
  • #2: Linear regression between 3mA and 6mA.
  • #3: Dead emitters are defined as emitters with output power below 50% of the average of all emitters in the unit.

Typical LIV Performance at 50°C

The datasheet provides a typical LIV performance curve at 50°C showing the relationship between current, optical output power and forward voltage. Optical output increases with drive current while forward voltage rises gradually across the plotted operating range.

1616VCA940R8-PD0224-Z VCSEL typical LIV performance at 50C
Typical LIV Performance at 50°C

Typical Power Conversion Efficiency

The typical PCE curve in the datasheet shows power conversion efficiency as a function of drive current at 50°C. The detailed specifications list a typical PCE value of 40% under the stated measurement conditions.

1616VCA940R8-PD0224-Z VCSEL PCE performance at 50C
Typical PCE Performance at 50°C

Photosensitive Diode Characteristics

The integrated photosensitive diode provides optical detection within the same 1616 SMD package. The following values are specified at Ta = 25°C and are based on 100% probing according to the datasheet.

Parameter Symbol Condition Min. Typ. Max. Unit
Reverse Dark Current ID VR = 10V, Ee = 0mW/cm² 10 nA
Reverse Breakdown Voltage V(BR)R IR = 100µA, Ee = 0mW/cm² 33 V
Open Circuit Voltage Voc T = 2856K, Ee = 5mW/cm² 390 mV
Short Circuit Current Isc T = 2856K, Ee = 5mW/cm² 2 µA
Reverse Light Current IL VR = 5V, T = 2856K, Ee = 5mW/cm² 2 µA
Total Capacitance CT VR = 5V, Ee = 0mW/cm², f = 1MHz 1 pF

1616 SMD Package and Pin Configuration

The integrated device uses a compact 1.6 × 1.6mm SMD package with four electrical terminals. The original dimensional drawing provides the VCSEL and photodiode circuit configuration together with the recommended PCB solder-pad layout.

1616VCA940R8-PD0224-Z external dimensions pin configuration and recommended solder pad
External Dimensions, Electrical Configuration and Recommended Solder Pad

VCSEL Absolute Maximum Ratings

Parameter Rating
Maximum CW Forward Bias Current 15 mA
Maximum Reverse Bias Voltage 5 V
ESD Threshold (Human Body Model) 8000 V
Storage Temperature Range -40°C to +105°C
Substrate Temperature During Operation -20°C to +85°C

Laser Safety

The datasheet specifies the device as Laser Safety Class 1M. The product should only be handled by authorized users with appropriate safety precautions. The datasheet further states that laser safety glasses compliant with ANSI Z136 and CE certified should be worn during operation.

Laser Safety Class: 1M. Follow the laser safety instructions and precautions provided in the original product documentation.

Application Fields

The original datasheet lists the following application fields for the 1616VCA940R8-PD0224-Z integrated VCSEL and photodiode device.

  • Consumer electronics
  • Laser radar
  • Machine vision
  • Industrial applications

Tape and Reel Packaging

The 1616VCA940R8-PD0224-Z is supplied in tape-and-reel packaging with 4000 pieces per reel. The original packaging drawings provide the reel dimensions, carrier tape dimensions and component orientation for automated surface-mount production.

1616VCA940R8-PD0224-Z reel packaging dimensions
Reel Packaging Dimensions
1616VCA940R8-PD0224-Z carrier tape dimensions
Carrier Tape Dimensions and Device Orientation

Storage and Handling

The datasheet specifies moisture-controlled storage requirements before and after opening the packaging. These conditions should be followed before PCB mounting and soldering.

  • Do not open the moisture-proof bag before the devices are ready for use.
  • Before opening, store at 30°C or below and 60% RH or below.
  • The maximum storage period before opening the package is 1 year.
  • After opening, keep the devices at 30°C / 35% RH or below.
  • Use the devices within 7 days after opening.
  • If baking is required before mounting, use 60 ± 5°C for 12 hours.

Soldering Precautions

Proper soldering and electrical handling are important for maintaining device reliability. The datasheet specifies precautions for current limiting, transient voltage protection and reflow soldering.

  • Use an appropriate current-limiting resistor so the device remains within the rated current.
  • Avoid instantaneous high voltage during circuit turn-on and turn-off.
  • Reflow soldering should not be performed more than two times.
  • Do not apply mechanical stress to the device during soldering.
  • Do not warp the circuit board before it has returned to normal ambient conditions after soldering.

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