The VEML6030 by Vishay is a high-accuracy ambient light sensor. With digital 16-bit resolution, a high-sensitivity photodiode, a low noise amplifier, and a standby power consumption of just 0.5 μA, it's ready for applications such as:
- Mobile device backlight dimming
- Ambient light sensing for industrial operation
- As an optical switch for consumer electronics
The VEML6030 is a lead-free, halogen-free, RoHS-compliant device with an operating temperature range of -25 to +85 °C, which means you can use it safely in a wide variety of devices and scenarios.
Product Technical Specifications
EU RoHS
Compliant
ECCN (US)
EAR99
Part Status
Active
HTS
COMPONENTS
Automotive
No
PPAP
No
Sensor Type
Light to Digital
Lux Range (lux)
0 to 140000
Maximum Clock Frequency (kHz)
0.4
Maximum Fall Time (ns)
300
Maximum Rise Time (ns)
1000
Interface Type
Serial (I2C)
Output Type
Digital
Minimum Operating Supply Voltage (V)
2.5
Typical Operating Supply Voltage (V)
3.3
Maximum Operating Supply Voltage (V)
3.6
Typical Supply Current (uA)
45
Maximum Power Dissipation (mW)
50
Minimum Operating Temperature (°C)
-25
Maximum Operating Temperature (°C)
85
Packaging
Tape and Reel
Mounting
Surface Mount
Package Width
2
Package Length
2
PCB changed
6
Pin Count
6