UVG5 Photodiode UV Sensor - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The UVG5 is a photodiode optical sensor manufactured by Opto Diode Corp, designed for ultraviolet light detection applications. This component features a 5mm² active area with a 45° viewing angle and operates across the 250nm to 1100nm spectral range. The UVG5 is classified as an obsolete product, making identification of equivalent substitute parts essential for ongoing system support and component procurement.

The necessity to identify substitute parts arises from the obsolete status of the UVG5. Organizations maintaining systems utilizing this component require active alternatives to ensure supply chain continuity and long-term product support.

Substiute Parts

UVG5

Opto Diode CorpIn Stock: 681UVG5 Datasheet

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UVG5S

Opto Diode CorpIn Stock: 1096UVG5S Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the UVG5 photodiode is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Electrical Parameters:

• Spectral range: 250nm to 1100nm
• Responsivity at 254nm: 0.115 A/W
• Response time: 1µs
• Dark current (typical): 1nA

Mechanical Parameters:

• Active area: 5mm²
• Viewing angle: 45°
• Mounting type: Through Hole

Environmental Parameters:

• Operating temperature range: -20°C to 80°C
• Moisture sensitivity level: 1 (Unlimited)

The UVG5S meets all specified electrical, mechanical, and environmental parameters, establishing it as a direct substitute. Both components belong to the UVG series and share identical functional specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The UVG5S is the direct substitute for the obsolete UVG5 photodiode. Selection of the UVG5S is based on the following engineering criteria:

Product Status: The UVG5S maintains active product status with Opto Diode Corp, ensuring ongoing availability and manufacturer support. The UVG5 is obsolete and no longer actively produced.

Compliance: The UVG5S is RoHS Compliant, meeting current environmental and regulatory standards for electronic components. This compliance status supports long-term system integration and regulatory adherence.

Electrical and Mechanical Equivalence: All specified electrical parameters (spectral range, responsivity, response time, dark current) and mechanical parameters (active area, viewing angle, mounting type) are identical between the UVG5 and UVG5S.

Environmental Specifications: Both components share identical operating temperature ranges and moisture sensitivity levels, confirming thermal and environmental compatibility.

Packaging Consideration: The UVG5S is supplied in Tray packaging, which is standard for production and inventory management. Original packaging specifications for the UVG5 are not provided in available documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the UVG5S be used as a direct replacement for the UVG5 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The UVG5S is electrically and mechanically equivalent to the UVG5 across all specified parameters. Both components feature identical active area (5mm²), spectral range (250-1100nm), responsivity (0.115 A/W @ 254nm), response time (1µs), dark current (1nA), viewing angle (45°), operating temperature range (-20 to 80°C), and mounting type (Through Hole). No design modifications are required for substitution.

Q: What is the primary difference between the UVG5 and UVG5S?

A: The primary difference is product status. The UVG5 is obsolete and no longer manufactured, while the UVG5S is an active product with ongoing manufacturer support. The UVG5S is also specified as RoHS Compliant. All functional specifications remain identical.

Q: Are there any packaging differences between these components?

A: The UVG5S is supplied in Tray packaging. Original packaging specifications for the obsolete UVG5 are not documented. Tray packaging is standard for component distribution and does not affect electrical or mechanical performance.

Q: Does the UVG5S meet current regulatory compliance requirements?

A: Yes. The UVG5S is RoHS Compliant, meeting current environmental and regulatory standards for electronic components used in commercial and industrial applications.

Q: What is the moisture sensitivity level for both components?

A: Both the UVG5 and UVG5S have a Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) of 1 (Unlimited), indicating no moisture sensitivity restrictions during storage or handling.

Q: Are both components classified under the same ECCN and HTSUS codes?

A: Yes. Both the UVG5 and UVG5S share identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8541.49.1050) classifications, confirming regulatory equivalence for export and trade purposes.