Pyranometer (sunlight irradiance)
Overview
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Pyranometer
The BPW21 series, from Centronic, are a family of silicon photodetectors. They offer sensitivity levels equivalent to that of the human eye. Suitable applications for the BPW21 series include; room lighting control, daylight monitoring, camera exposure control and for verifying lighting safety standards.
Features of the BPW21 photodetectors:
TO-5 package
Through-hole mounted
Active area dimensions: 7.5 mm²
Wavelength range: 460 – 750 nm
Acceptance angle: 124°
Specifications
Spectrums Detected: Visible Light
Wavelength of Peak Sensitivity: 560nm
Package Type: TO-5
Mounting Type: Through Hole
Number of Pins: 2
Diode Material: Si
Minimum Wavelength Detected: 460nm
Maximum Wavelength Detected: 750nm
Length: 9.5mm
Width: 9.5mm
Height: 3.7mm
Polarity: Forward
Series: BPW
Peak Photo Sensitivity: 0.34A/W
Typical Rise Time: 1µs
Angle of Half Sensitivity: 55 °
