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OPB960P55 Equivalent & Substitute Parts
Part Overview
The OPB960P55 is a through-beam optical sensor manufactured by TT Electronics/Optek Technology, part of the Photologic® series. This component is designed for 0.125" (3.18mm) PCB mount applications with totem pole buffer output configuration. The OPB960P55 is currently classified as obsolete, making equivalent and substitute parts necessary for ongoing system support and new design implementations. Active alternatives within the same product family maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications, ensuring direct functional compatibility.
Substiute Parts
Key Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | TT Electronics/Optek Technology |
| Category | Optical Sensors |
| Series | Photologic® |
| Sensing Distance | 0.125" (3.18mm) |
| Sensing Method | Through-Beam |
| Output Configuration | Totem Pole, Buffer |
| Mounting Type | Through Hole |
| Package / Case | PCB Mount |
| Voltage - Supply | 4.75V ~ 5.25V |
| Current - Supply | 15 mA |
| Response Time | 70ns |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 70°C |
| RoHS Status | ROHS3 Compliant |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) | 1 (Unlimited) |
| REACH Status | REACH Unaffected |
Substitute Part Grouping Explanation
Substitution eligibility for the OPB960P55 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:
- Sensing Distance: 0.125" (3.18mm)
- Sensing Method: Through-Beam
- Output Configuration: Totem Pole, Buffer
- Mounting Type: Through Hole
- Package / Case: PCB Mount
- Voltage Supply Range: 4.75V ~ 5.25V
- Current Supply: 15 mA
- Response Time: 70ns
- Operating Temperature Range: -40°C ~ 70°C
- RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
- Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited)
- REACH Status: REACH Unaffected
All substitute parts listed maintain identical specifications across these parameters. Substitution differences are limited to packaging format (bulk vs. tape/reel configurations) and product status (active vs. obsolete). The OPB930 series variants (OPB930L51, OPB930L55) represent alternative base product numbers within the same functional family, while OPB960 series variants (OPB960L51, OPB960N11, OPB960N51, OPB960N55, OPB960P51, OPB960T11, OPB960T51, OPB960T55) maintain the same base product designation with packaging and configuration variations.
Parameter Comparison
| Part Number | Manufacturer | Product Status | Sensing Distance | Sensing Method | Output Configuration | Voltage Supply | Current Supply | Response Time | Operating Temperature | RoHS Status | Packaging | Inventory |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OPB960P55 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Obsolete | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Totem Pole, Buffer | 4.75V ~ 5.25V | 15 mA | 70ns | -40°C ~ 70°C | ROHS3 Compliant | PCB Mount | 905 Pcs |
| OPB930L51 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Totem Pole, Buffer | 4.75V ~ 5.25V | 15 mA | 70ns | -40°C ~ 70°C | ROHS3 Compliant | Bulk | 1285 Pcs |
| OPB930L55 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Totem Pole, Buffer | 4.75V ~ 5.25V | 15 mA | 70ns | -40°C ~ 70°C | ROHS3 Compliant | Bulk | 672 Pcs |
| OPB960L51 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Totem Pole, Buffer | 4.75V ~ 5.25V | 15 mA | 70ns | -40°C ~ 70°C | ROHS3 Compliant | Bulk | 1073 Pcs |
| OPB960N11 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Totem Pole, Buffer | 4.75V ~ 5.25V | 15 mA | 70ns | -40°C ~ 70°C | ROHS3 Compliant | Bulk | 1052 Pcs |
| OPB960N51 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Totem Pole, Buffer | 4.75V ~ 5.25V | 15 mA | 70ns | -40°C ~ 70°C | ROHS3 Compliant | Bulk | 8810 Pcs |
| OPB960N55 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Totem Pole, Buffer | 4.75V ~ 5.25V | 15 mA | 70ns | -40°C ~ 70°C | ROHS3 Compliant | Bulk | 1745 Pcs |
| OPB960P51 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Totem Pole, Buffer | 4.75V ~ 5.25V | 15 mA | 70ns | -40°C ~ 70°C | ROHS3 Compliant | Bulk | 1144 Pcs |
| OPB960T11 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Totem Pole, Buffer | 4.75V ~ 5.25V | 15 mA | 70ns | -40°C ~ 70°C | ROHS3 Compliant | Bulk | 1065 Pcs |
| OPB960T51 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Totem Pole, Buffer | 4.75V ~ 5.25V | 15 mA | 70ns | -40°C ~ 70°C | ROHS3 Compliant | Bulk | 20199 Pcs |
| OPB960T55 | TT Electronics/Optek Technology | Active | 0.125" (3.18mm) | Through-Beam | Totem Pole, Buffer | 4.75V ~ 5.25V | 15 mA | 70ns | -40°C ~ 70°C | ROHS3 Compliant | Bulk | 1239 Pcs |
Engineering Selection Recommendations
All listed substitute parts are active products with ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, providing regulatory continuity for the obsolete OPB960P55. Selection among substitutes should prioritize inventory availability and packaging requirements for your application.
For high-volume production requirements, OPB960T51 offers the largest available inventory (20,199 pcs), ensuring supply chain stability. OPB960N51 (8,810 pcs) provides a secondary option with substantial stock levels. Both maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications to the OPB960P55.
For applications requiring specific packaging configurations, OPB930L51, OPB930L55, OPB960L51, OPB960N11, OPB960N55, OPB960P51, OPB960T11, and OPB960T55 are available in bulk packaging. All alternatives maintain the same through-hole PCB mount form factor, supply voltage range (4.75V ~ 5.25V), current draw (15 mA), response time (70ns), and operating temperature range (-40°C ~ 70°C).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can OPB960P55 be directly replaced with any of the listed substitute parts?
A: Yes. All listed substitute parts maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications, including sensing distance (0.125"), sensing method (through-beam), output configuration (totem pole buffer), mounting type (through hole), supply voltage (4.75V ~ 5.25V), current draw (15 mA), response time (70ns), and operating temperature range (-40°C ~ 70°C). Direct substitution is functionally equivalent.
Q: What is the difference between OPB960 and OPB930 series substitutes?
A: Both series maintain identical electrical and mechanical parameters specified for the OPB960P55. The difference is the base product number designation. OPB930 variants (OPB930L51, OPB930L55) and OPB960 variants (OPB960L51, OPB960N11, OPB960N51, OPB960N55, OPB960P51, OPB960T11, OPB960T51, OPB960T55) are functionally interchangeable for this application.
Q: Does packaging format affect electrical performance?
A: No. All substitute parts are available in bulk packaging and maintain identical electrical specifications. Packaging format differences relate only to order and handling logistics, not component performance or compatibility.
Q: Are all substitutes ROHS3 compliant?
A: Yes. All listed substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, matching the regulatory status of the OPB960P55.
Q: Which substitute offers the best inventory availability?
A: OPB960T51 provides the highest inventory level at 20,199 pcs, followed by OPB960N51 at 8,810 pcs. Both are active products suitable for immediate procurement.
Q: Can I mix different substitute part numbers in the same assembly?
A: Yes. All substitute parts maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications, allowing interchangeability within the same design without performance variation.
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