OPV232 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The OPV232 is a laser diode operating at 850nm wavelength with 4.5mW output power and 30mA current rating in a radial T-1 package (3mm diameter). This component is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of functionally equivalent alternatives for ongoing system support and new designs. The OPV232 remains available in inventory (801 pieces), but obsolete status requires engineers to evaluate active substitute options to ensure long-term component availability and supply chain continuity.

Substiute Parts

OPV232

TT Electronics/Optek TechnologyIn Stock: 882OPV232 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

OPV332

TT Electronics / Optek TechnologyIn Stock: 5326OPV332 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the OPV232 are identified based on the following critical parameters:

• Wavelength: 850nm (exact match required for optical system compatibility)
• Package / Case: Radial, 3mm Dia (T-1) (mechanical and thermal interface compatibility)
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited) (handling and storage requirements)
• Manufacturer: TT Electronics / Optek Technology (design lineage and performance characteristics)

The OPV332 qualifies as a manufacturer-recommended substitute. While the OPV332 operates at reduced power output (1.5mW versus 4.5mW) and lower current rating (20mA versus 30mA), it maintains identical wavelength, package configuration, and moisture sensitivity specifications. The OPV332 is classified as active product status, ensuring ongoing availability and supply chain support.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The OPV332 is the manufacturer-recommended substitute for the obsolete OPV232. Both components share identical wavelength (850nm) and package specifications (Radial, 3mm Dia T-1), ensuring mechanical and optical compatibility in existing designs.

The OPV332 carries active product status, providing assured long-term availability and supply chain support compared to the obsolete OPV232. Both components maintain REACH Unaffected compliance status and identical moisture sensitivity ratings (MSL 1 - Unlimited), eliminating handling and storage requirement changes.

Power output and current rating differences (OPV332: 1.5mW at 20mA versus OPV232: 4.5mW at 30mA) require system-level evaluation to confirm application compatibility. Applications requiring the full 4.5mW output specification must assess whether the OPV332's reduced power output meets functional requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the OPV332 directly replace the OPV232 in existing designs?

A: The OPV332 maintains identical wavelength (850nm) and package configuration (Radial, 3mm Dia T-1), enabling direct mechanical and optical interface compatibility. However, the reduced power output (1.5mW versus 4.5mW) and current rating (20mA versus 30mA) require verification that application performance specifications are satisfied.

Q: Why is the OPV232 classified as obsolete?

A: Obsolete status indicates the manufacturer has discontinued production. The OPV332 is the active alternative offered by TT Electronics / Optek Technology for new designs and ongoing support.

Q: Are there any compliance differences between the OPV232 and OPV332?

A: Both components maintain identical REACH Unaffected status and MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity ratings. No compliance or handling requirement changes are introduced by substitution.

Q: What is the primary difference between these two laser diodes?

A: The OPV332 operates at reduced power output (1.5mW) and lower current consumption (20mA) compared to the OPV232 (4.5mW, 30mA). Both maintain the same 850nm wavelength and T-1 package form factor.

Q: Is the OPV332 suitable for applications requiring 4.5mW output?

A: The OPV332's 1.5mW output is insufficient for applications with 4.5mW power requirements. System-level analysis is necessary to determine if reduced output power meets functional specifications.