The Optoelectronics group of Vishay Intertechnology announced the launch of the industry's first AEC-Q100 qualified RGBIR color sensor, the VEML6046X00. This innovative sensor features a highly sensitive photodiode, low noise amplifier, and 16-bit ADC, all housed in a miniature, opaque 2.67 mm by 2.45 mm surface-mount package with a low 0.6 mm profile.
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The VEML6046X00 offers separate red, green, blue, and infrared channels, enabling precise color temperature calculations for white point balancing in displays. The green channel's spectral sensitivity matches that of the human eye, ensuring highly accurate measurements, while the IR channel provides stable output across a wide range of light sources. With an ambient light range from 0 lx to 176 klx, the sensor remains unsaturated in daylight, and its high sensitivity of 0.0053 lx/ct allows placement behind dark cover glass.
Designed for automotive applications, the VEML6046X00 supports a high operating temperature range up to +110 °C. It is ideal for automotive display backlight controls, infotainment systems, rearview mirror dimming, interior lighting control systems, heads-up displays, color recognition, CCT measurement, mood lighting, and laser front light monitoring. The sensor utilizes an easy-to-use I2C bus communication interface and includes an interrupt function.
Key features of the VEML6046X00 include a supply voltage range of 2.5 V to 3.6 V, I2C bus voltage range of 1.7 V to 3.6 V, and low shutdown current consumption of 0.5 μA typical. The device is RoHS-compliant, halogen-free, and Vishay Green, with a Moisture Sensitivity Level of 2a and a floor life of four weeks in accordance with J-STD-020E.
The VEML6046X00 RGBIR color sensor offers several advantages, making it a versatile and reliable choice for various applications. It features a highly sensitive photodiode and a 16-bit ADC, ensuring precise color measurements. The green channel's spectral sensitivity matches that of the human eye, providing accurate color temperature calculations. With an ambient light range from 0 lx to 176 klx, the sensor can operate effectively in both low-light and daylight conditions without saturation. Housed in a miniature, opaque 2.67 mm x 2.45 mm surface-mount package with a low 0.6 mm profile, it is suitable for space-constrained applications. The AEC-Q100 qualification ensures the sensor meets the rigorous standards required for automotive applications, including high operating temperature ranges up to +110 °C. This makes it ideal for automotive display backlight controls, infotainment systems, rearview mirror dimming, interior lighting control systems, heads-up displays, color recognition, CCT measurement, mood lighting, and laser front light monitoring. The IR channel facilitates stable output over a wide range of light sources, enhancing the sensor's reliability in various lighting conditions. Additionally, the sensor has a low shutdown current consumption of 0.5 μA typical, making it energy-efficient. It supports an I²C bus communication interface, simplifying integration into existing systems, and includes an interrupt function for efficient operation. These features make the VEML6046X00 RGBIR color sensor a robust solution for precise color measurement and control in automotive and other demanding applications.
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