OPB696C Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The OPB696C is an optical sensor module with connector from TT Electronics/Optek Technology's Photologic® series, designed for optical flag sensing applications. This component features NPN open collector buffer output configuration with snap-in mounting. The product is currently obsolete, making identification of compatible substitute parts essential for system maintenance, repair, and redesign applications.

Substiute Parts

OPB696C

TT Electronics/Optek TechnologyIn Stock: 1059OPB696C Datasheet

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OPB696AZ

TT Electronics/Optek TechnologyIn Stock: 902OPB696AZ Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The OPB696AZ serves as a direct substitute for the OPB696C based on the following critical parameters that determine functional compatibility:

• Identical sensing method (Optical Flag)
• Identical output configuration (NPN - Open Collector, Buffer)
• Identical mounting type (Snap-In)
• Identical supply current requirement (20 mA)
• Identical response time (30ns)
• Identical package type (Module, Connector)
• Identical series designation (Photologic®)

The OPB696AZ is the manufacturer-recommended substitute and maintains all core functional and mechanical characteristics required for direct replacement in optical flag sensing applications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The OPB696AZ is the manufacturer-designated substitute for the obsolete OPB696C. Selection of the OPB696AZ provides the following advantages:

• Active product status ensures ongoing availability and supply chain continuity
• ROHS3 compliance meets current environmental and regulatory requirements
• Identical functional parameters (sensing method, output configuration, response time, mounting) ensure direct replacement capability
• Lower supply voltage range (4.5V ~ 8V) compared to the original (14.6V ~ 16V) may require circuit evaluation for power supply compatibility

The OPB696AZ maintains all critical electrical and mechanical specifications necessary for optical flag sensing applications while offering improved regulatory compliance and product lifecycle status.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the OPB696AZ directly replace the OPB696C in existing designs?

A: The OPB696AZ provides functional equivalence for optical flag sensing, output configuration, response time, and mechanical mounting. However, the supply voltage range differs (4.5V ~ 8V for OPB696AZ versus 14.6V ~ 16V for OPB696C). Circuit power supply compatibility must be evaluated before implementation.

Q: What is the primary reason for substitution?

A: The OPB696C is obsolete. The OPB696AZ is the active, manufacturer-recommended substitute from the same series and manufacturer.

Q: Are there packaging differences between these parts?

A: Both parts use identical packaging: Module with Connector in snap-in mounting configuration.

Q: What regulatory compliance improvements does the OPB696AZ offer?

A: The OPB696AZ is ROHS3 compliant, whereas the OPB696C is RoHS non-compliant. Both maintain REACH Unaffected status.

Q: Are the electrical performance characteristics identical?

A: Supply current (20 mA) and response time (30ns) are identical. The supply voltage operating range differs between the two parts.