TCST1300 AI Analysis:
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TCST1300 product

TCST1300

Optical Sensors - Photointerrupters - Slot Type - Transistor Output

Optical SensorTransmissivePhototransistor

The TCST1300 is a reliable transmissive optical sensor with a 3.1 mm gap and 0.25 mm aperture, suitable for precision sensing applications.

Best for

  • Optical encoders
  • Photo interrupters
  • Counters

Avoid if

  • Applications requiring high-speed switching beyond 10 µs

Check before use

  • Mechanical clearance for the 3.1 mm gap

Key specifications

Gap Width
3.1 mm
Aperture Width
0.25 mm
Output Current
0.5 mA
Operating Temp
-55 °C to +85 °C

Compliance & Environment

RoHS
ROHS3 Compliant
REACH
REACH Unaffected
MSL
1 (Unlimited)
ECCN
EAR99
HTSUS
8541.49.8000

Application

Industrial AutomationConsumer Electronics

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Questions & answers

The TCST1300 is a transmissive optical sensor consisting of an infrared emitter and a phototransistor in a leaded slotted package.