TSOP59438 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TSOP59438 is an active remote receiver sensor manufactured by Vishay Semiconductor Opto Division, designed for infrared remote control applications. This through-hole optical sensor operates at a center frequency of 38.0kHz with a sensing distance of 40 meters and is compliant with ROHS3 standards. The part is currently in active production status with 998 units available in inventory.

Identifying equivalent and substitute parts for the TSOP59438 becomes necessary when managing supply chain continuity, optimizing inventory levels, or addressing component availability constraints while maintaining functional compatibility within remote receiver applications.

Substiute Parts

TSOP59438

Vishay Semiconductor Opto DivisionIn Stock: 1091TSOP59438 Datasheet

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TSOP58438

Vishay Semiconductor Opto DivisionIn Stock: 9329TSOP58438 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The TSOP58438 qualifies as a direct substitute for the TSOP59438 based on the following critical parameters that determine functional compatibility:

• B.P.F. Center Frequency: Both parts operate at 38.0kHz, ensuring identical infrared modulation frequency compatibility
• Sensing Distance: Both parts maintain 40m sensing range capability
• Voltage Supply Range: Both parts accept 2.5 V ~ 5.5 V input, ensuring circuit-level compatibility
• Current Supply: Both parts draw 700 µA, maintaining identical power consumption characteristics
• Mounting Type: Both parts use through-hole mounting, allowing direct PCB footprint compatibility
• Category: Both are optical sensors within the remote receiver classification
• Manufacturer: Both are manufactured by Vishay Semiconductor Opto Division, ensuring consistent quality and reliability standards

The primary difference between these parts lies in the orientation specification (Top View versus Side View) and operating temperature range, which do not affect the core electrical and functional substitution criteria for remote receiver applications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the TSOP59438 and TSOP58438 are active production components manufactured by Vishay Semiconductor Opto Division and maintain ROHS3 compliance. Selection between these parts should be based on the following engineering criteria:

TSOP59438 Selection: Choose this part when the application requires top-view orientation for specific PCB layout constraints or when moisture sensitivity level 4 (72-hour handling window) aligns with manufacturing process requirements.

TSOP58438 Selection: Choose this part when side-view orientation is compatible with the application design, when extended moisture sensitivity level 1 (unlimited handling) is preferred for supply chain flexibility, or when higher inventory availability (9278 units) supports production scheduling requirements. The TSOP58438 also provides a defined operating temperature range of -25°C ~ 85°C for applications requiring explicit thermal specifications.

Both parts deliver identical electrical performance in 38.0kHz remote receiver applications with 40-meter sensing distance and through-hole mounting compatibility.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can TSOP58438 directly replace TSOP59438 in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical electrical specifications including 38.0kHz center frequency, 40m sensing distance, 2.5 V ~ 5.5 V supply voltage, and 700 µA current consumption. The primary consideration is PCB layout orientation: TSOP59438 uses top-view orientation while TSOP58438 uses side-view orientation. Verify that the substitute part's orientation aligns with your PCB footprint design.

Q: What is the difference in moisture sensitivity between these parts?

A: TSOP59438 has MSL 4 (72-hour handling window), while TSOP58438 has MSL 1 (unlimited handling). MSL 1 provides greater flexibility in storage and handling without time-sensitive constraints, making TSOP58438 advantageous for supply chain management.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both TSOP59438 and TSOP58438 are ROHS3 compliant, meeting environmental and regulatory requirements for electronic component manufacturing.

Q: Which part should I select for temperature-critical applications?

A: TSOP58438 provides an explicit operating temperature range of -25°C ~ 85°C. TSOP59438 does not specify an operating temperature range in the available documentation. For applications requiring defined thermal specifications, TSOP58438 is the appropriate selection.

Q: Does inventory availability affect substitution decisions?

A: TSOP58438 has significantly higher inventory availability (9278 units) compared to TSOP59438 (998 units). For high-volume production or extended supply chain planning, TSOP58438 may provide better availability assurance while maintaining full functional compatibility.