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OPB877L55 Equivalent & Substitute Parts
Part Overview
The OPB877L55 is an optical sensor manufactured by TT Electronics/Optek Technology, classified as a through-beam phototransistor optical sensor with PCB mount configuration. This component is designed for slot-type optical sensing applications with a 0.125" (3.18mm) sensing distance and unamplified phototransistor output.
The OPB877L55 carries an obsolete product status. Equivalent and substitute parts listed below maintain identical electrical and mechanical parameters, enabling direct functional replacement in applications requiring through-beam optical sensing with phototransistor output.
Substiute Parts
Key Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | OPB877L55 |
| Manufacturer | TT Electronics/Optek Technology |
| Category | Optical Sensors |
| Sensing Distance | 0.125" (3.18mm) |
| Sensing Method | Through-Beam |
| Output Configuration | Phototransistor |
| Current - DC Forward (If) (Max) | 50 mA |
| Current - Collector (Ic) (Max) | 30 mA |
| Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max) | 30 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 85°C |
| Mounting Type | Through Hole |
| Package / Case | PCB Mount |
| Type | Unamplified |
| RoHS Status | ROHS3 Compliant |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) | 1 (Unlimited) |
| REACH Status | REACH Unaffected |
Substitute Part Grouping Explanation
Substitute parts for the OPB877L55 are qualified based on strict parameter equivalence across all critical electrical and mechanical specifications. The substitution logic is based on the following key parameters:
- Sensing Distance: 0.125" (3.18mm)
- Sensing Method: Through-Beam
- Output Configuration: Phototransistor
- Current - DC Forward (If) (Max): 50 mA
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max): 30 mA
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max): 30 V
- Operating Temperature: -40°C ~ 85°C
- Mounting Type: Through Hole
- Package / Case: PCB Mount
- Type: Unamplified
- RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
- Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 (Unlimited)
- REACH Status: REACH Unaffected
All substitute parts listed maintain identical values across these parameters, ensuring functional and mechanical compatibility in PCB mount through-beam optical sensing applications.
Parameter Comparison
| Part Number | Manufacturer | Product Status | Sensing Distance | Sensing Method | Output Configuration | If (Max) | Ic (Max) | VCE Breakdown (Max) | Operating Temperature | Mounting Type | Package | Type | RoHS | MSL | REACH | Inventory |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OPB877L55 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Obsolete | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Phototransistor | 50 mA | 30 mA | 30 V | -40°C ~ 85°C | Through Hole | PCB Mount | Unamplified | ROHS3 Compliant | 1 (Unlimited) | REACH Unaffected | 781 Pcs |
| OPB877T55 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Phototransistor | 50 mA | 30 mA | 30 V | -40°C ~ 85°C | Through Hole | PCB Mount | Unamplified | ROHS3 Compliant | 1 (Unlimited) | REACH Unaffected | 1483 Pcs |
| OPB360L11 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Phototransistor | 50 mA | 30 mA | 30 V | -40°C ~ 85°C | Through Hole | PCB Mount | Unamplified | ROHS3 Compliant | 1 (Unlimited) | REACH Unaffected | 742 Pcs |
| OPB360L51 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Phototransistor | 50 mA | 30 mA | 30 V | -40°C ~ 85°C | Through Hole | PCB Mount | Unamplified | ROHS3 Compliant | 1 (Unlimited) | REACH Unaffected | 688 Pcs |
| OPB360L55 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Phototransistor | 50 mA | 30 mA | 30 V | -40°C ~ 85°C | Through Hole | PCB Mount | Unamplified | ROHS3 Compliant | 1 (Unlimited) | REACH Unaffected | 1118 Pcs |
| OPB360T51 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Phototransistor | 50 mA | 30 mA | 30 V | -40°C ~ 85°C | Through Hole | PCB Mount | Unamplified | ROHS3 Compliant | 1 (Unlimited) | REACH Unaffected | 2007 Pcs |
| OPB360T55 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Phototransistor | 50 mA | 30 mA | 30 V | -40°C ~ 85°C | Through Hole | PCB Mount | Unamplified | ROHS3 Compliant | 1 (Unlimited) | REACH Unaffected | 769 Pcs |
| OPB365L51 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Phototransistor | 50 mA | 30 mA | 30 V | -40°C ~ 85°C | Through Hole | PCB Mount | Unamplified | ROHS3 Compliant | 1 (Unlimited) | REACH Unaffected | 1132 Pcs |
| OPB365T55 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Phototransistor | 50 mA | 30 mA | 30 V | -40°C ~ 85°C | Through Hole | PCB Mount | Unamplified | ROHS3 Compliant | 1 (Unlimited) | REACH Unaffected | 4496 Pcs |
| OPB370L55 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Phototransistor | 50 mA | 30 mA | 30 V | -40°C ~ 85°C | Through Hole | PCB Mount | Unamplified | ROHS3 Compliant | 1 (Unlimited) | REACH Unaffected | 909 Pcs |
| OPB370T11 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Phototransistor | 50 mA | 30 mA | 30 V | -40°C ~ 85°C | Through Hole | PCB Mount | Unamplified | ROHS3 Compliant | 1 (Unlimited) | REACH Unaffected | 909 Pcs |
Engineering Selection Recommendations
All substitute parts listed maintain full electrical and mechanical parameter equivalence with the OPB877L55. Selection among available substitutes should be based on product status and inventory availability.
OPB877T55 is the manufacturer-recommended direct substitute, carrying active product status with the highest inventory level (1483 Pcs). This part is the primary choice for new designs and production applications.
Parametric equivalents OPB360L11, OPB360L51, OPB360L55, OPB360T51, OPB360T55, OPB365L51, OPB365T55, OPB370L55, and OPB370T11 are all active products with confirmed parameter equivalence. These parts are suitable for direct replacement in existing applications.
All substitute parts carry ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, matching the regulatory profile of the original OPB877L55.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can OPB877T55 be used as a direct replacement for OPB877L55?
A: Yes. OPB877T55 is the manufacturer-recommended substitute with identical electrical and mechanical parameters. The primary difference is product status (active vs. obsolete) and packaging format (bulk).
Q: What are the key parameters that determine substitutability for the OPB877L55?
A: Substitutability is determined by matching all of the following: sensing distance (0.125"), sensing method (through-beam), output configuration (phototransistor), maximum forward current (50 mA), maximum collector current (30 mA), collector-emitter breakdown voltage (30 V), operating temperature range (-40°C to 85°C), mounting type (through hole), package type (PCB mount), and unamplified sensor type.
Q: Are all listed substitute parts from the same manufacturer?
A: Yes. All substitute parts are manufactured by TT Electronics/Optek Technology, ensuring consistent design and performance characteristics.
Q: What is the difference between OPB360 and OPB365 series parts?
A: Both series maintain identical electrical and mechanical parameters specified for the OPB877L55. Differences exist only in part number designation and internal design variants, with no impact on functional substitutability.
Q: Do all substitute parts meet the same compliance standards?
A: Yes. All substitute parts carry ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, matching the regulatory requirements of the OPB877L55.
Q: Which substitute part has the highest inventory availability?
A: OPB365T55 has the highest inventory level at 4496 Pcs, followed by OPB877T55 at 1483 Pcs.
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