The VCNL4020 is a fully integrated proximity and ambient light sensor. Fully integrated means that the infrared emitter is included in the package. It has 16 bit resolution. It includes a signal processing IC and features standard I2C communication interface. It features an interrupt function.
FEATURES
Package type: surface mount
Dimensions (L x W x H in mm): 4.90 x 2.40 x 0.83
Integrated modules: infrared emitter (IRED),ambient light sensor (ALS-PD), proximity sensor (PD), and signal conditioning IC
Interrupt function
Supply voltage range VDD: 2.5 V to 3.6 V
Supply voltage range IR anode: 2.5 V to 5 V
Communication via I2C interface
I2C bus H-level range: 1.7 V to 5 V
Floor life: 72 h, MSL 4, acc. J-STD-020
Low stand by current consumption: 1.5 μA
Material categorization: for definitions of compliance
APPLICATIONS
Proximity sensor for mobile devices (e.g. smart phones, touch phones, PDA, GPS) for touch screen locking, power saving, etc.
Integrated ambient light function for display/keypad contrast control and dimming of mobile devices
Proximity / optical switch for consumer, computing and industrial devices and displays
Dimming control for consumer, computing and industrial
PROXIMITY FUNCTION
Built-in infrared emitter and photo-pin-diode for proximity function
16 bit effective resolution for proximity detection range ensures excellent cross talk immunity
Programmable LED drive current from 10 mA to 200 mA in 10 mA steps
Excellent ambient light suppression by signal modulation
Proximity distance up to 200 mm
Specification:
Standard Package: 3,300
Packaging: standard tape
Type: sensors, transmitters
Output type: IC
Voltage - Power supply: 2.5 V ~ 3.6 V
Operating temperature: -25C to 85C
Installation Type: Surface Mount
Package / Case: 10-VDFN
Device Package: SMD
