APDS-9900 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The APDS-9900 is an optical sensor designed for ambient light detection at 640nm wavelength with integrated proximity detection capability. This component operates via I2C interface and is housed in an 8-SMD, No Lead package. The product is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of functionally compatible alternatives for ongoing design requirements and procurement planning.

Substiute Parts

APDS-9900

Broadcom LimitedIn Stock: 30205APDS-9900 Datasheet

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APDS-9930

Broadcom LimitedIn Stock: 15738APDS-9930 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the APDS-9900 is determined by the following critical parameters:

• Optical Detection Capability: Ambient light sensing with proximity detection functionality
• Communication Protocol: I2C interface compatibility
• Supply Voltage Range: Operating voltage window of 2.5V minimum to 3.6V maximum
• Package Configuration: Surface mount 8-SMD form factor
• Environmental Operating Range: Temperature range spanning -30°C to 85°C
• Regulatory Compliance: ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status

The APDS-9930 qualifies as a manufacturer-recommended substitute based on these parameters. While the wavelength differs (625nm versus 640nm), both sensors maintain identical I2C protocol, surface mount packaging, and regulatory compliance profiles. The APDS-9930 extends the supply voltage range to 2.2V minimum and operating temperature to -40°C, providing broader environmental compatibility.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the APDS-9900 and APDS-9930 are classified as obsolete products. Selection between these components should be based on the following criteria:

APDS-9900 Selection: Applicable when the original 640nm wavelength specification is a design requirement and supply voltage minimum of 2.5V is acceptable for the application.

APDS-9930 Selection: Applicable when extended environmental operating range (-40°C lower bound) or reduced supply voltage minimum (2.2V) provides system advantages. The 625nm wavelength shift represents a 15nm difference from the original specification and must be evaluated against application-specific light detection requirements.

Both components maintain identical I2C protocol implementation, ROHS3 compliance, and MSL rating, ensuring firmware and PCB layout compatibility within the specified electrical and thermal parameters.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can APDS-9930 directly replace APDS-9900 in existing designs?

A: Direct replacement is possible if the application tolerates the 625nm wavelength (versus 640nm) and the extended environmental operating range of APDS-9930 does not introduce design conflicts. I2C protocol compatibility and package form factor are identical.

Q: What is the significance of the wavelength difference between 640nm and 625nm?

A: The wavelength difference of 15nm affects the spectral response characteristics of ambient light detection. Applications requiring precise wavelength matching to specific light sources must evaluate this parameter against actual operating conditions.

Q: Are there package differences between APDS-9900 and APDS-9930?

A: APDS-9900 is specified as 8-SMD, No Lead, while APDS-9930 is specified as 8-SMD Module. Both are surface mount configurations; however, the module designation for APDS-9930 may indicate different physical or thermal characteristics requiring PCB layout verification.

Q: What is the impact of the supply voltage range difference?

A: APDS-9930 operates at 2.2V minimum versus APDS-9900 at 2.5V minimum. This 0.3V difference allows APDS-9930 deployment in lower-voltage systems. Both components support the 3.6V maximum, ensuring compatibility with standard 3.3V logic levels.

Q: Are both components RoHS compliant?

A: Both APDS-9900 and APDS-9930 are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current environmental and regulatory requirements for electronic component procurement.