APDS-9009 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The APDS-9009 is an optical ambient light sensor designed to detect 500nm wavelength light with analog output. Manufactured by Broadcom Limited, this component operates across a 1.8V to 5.5V supply range and is housed in an 8-XDFN surface mount package. The APDS-9009 is classified as obsolete, making identification of compatible substitute components essential for ongoing system support and new design implementations.

Substiute Parts

APDS-9009

Broadcom LimitedIn Stock: 943APDS-9009 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

APDS-9005-020

Broadcom LimitedIn Stock: 1968APDS-9005-020 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the APDS-9009 is determined by the following critical parameters:

• Sensor type: Ambient light detection
• Wavelength sensitivity: 500nm
• Supply voltage range: 1.8V ~ 5.5V
• Operating temperature range: -40°C ~ 85°C
• Mounting technology: Surface mount
• Manufacturer: Broadcom Limited

The APDS-9005-020 qualifies as a manufacturer-recommended substitute based on matching wavelength (500nm), supply voltage range (1.8V ~ 5.5V), operating temperature range (-40°C ~ 85°C), and ambient light sensing functionality. Both components are manufactured by Broadcom Limited and maintain identical environmental specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The APDS-9005-020 is the manufacturer-recommended substitute for the obsolete APDS-9009. Both components share identical wavelength sensitivity (500nm), supply voltage specifications (1.8V ~ 5.5V), and operating temperature range (-40°C ~ 85°C). The APDS-9005-020 carries active product status and ROHS3 compliance certification, providing long-term availability and regulatory alignment for new designs and legacy system replacements.

The primary differences between these components are output type (analog versus current) and package configuration (8-XDFN versus 6-SMD, No Lead). Circuit design modifications are required to accommodate the output type change and package pinout differences.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the APDS-9005-020 directly replace the APDS-9009 without circuit modifications?

A: No. While both sensors share identical wavelength (500nm) and supply voltage specifications, the APDS-9009 provides analog output while the APDS-9005-020 provides current output. Additionally, the package configurations differ (8-XDFN versus 6-SMD, No Lead), requiring PCB layout changes and signal conditioning circuit redesign.

Q: What are the key compatibility criteria for substituting the APDS-9009?

A: Substitute components must maintain 500nm wavelength sensitivity, 1.8V to 5.5V supply voltage range, and -40°C to 85°C operating temperature specifications. The component must be classified as an ambient light sensor manufactured by Broadcom Limited.

Q: Why is the APDS-9009 listed as obsolete?

A: The APDS-9009 has been discontinued by the manufacturer. The APDS-9005-020 represents the active product line replacement for ambient light sensing applications requiring 500nm wavelength detection.

Q: Are there moisture sensitivity considerations for storage and handling?

A: Both the APDS-9009 and APDS-9005-020 carry MSL 3 rating (168 hours). Standard moisture control procedures for surface mount components apply to both parts during storage and assembly operations.

Q: What compliance certifications apply to the substitute part?

A: The APDS-9005-020 is ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected. Both components carry EAR99 export classification.