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GP2D15
Sharp Microelectronics
SENSOR OPTICAL 24CM DIGITAL
2027 Pcs New Original In Stock
Optical Sensor 24cm Digital Output
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GP2D15

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GP2D15-DG
GP2D15

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SENSOR OPTICAL 24CM DIGITAL

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Optical Sensor 24cm Digital Output
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GP2D15 Technical Specifications

Category Optical Sensors, Distance Measuring

Manufacturer Sharp Microelectronics

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Series -

Product Status Obsolete

Sensing Distance 24cm

Output Type Digital

Voltage - Supply 4.5V ~ 5.5V

Current - Supply 50 mA

Voltage - Output Difference (Typ) @ Distance -

Voltage - Output (Typ) @ Distance -

Operating Temperature -10°C ~ 60°C (TA)

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HTML Datasheet

GP2D15-DG

Environmental & Export Classification

RoHS Status RoHS non-compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) 1 (Unlimited)
ECCN EAR99
HTSUS 9031.80.8085

Additional Information

Other Names
425-1163
425-1163-5
425-1163-5-DG
Standard Package
50

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can the Sharp Microelectronics GP2D15 optical sensor be safely used in a high-humidity industrial environment without additional sealing, given its MSL 1 rating and RoHS non-compliant status?

While the GP2D15 has an MSL 1 (unlimited floor life) rating indicating good moisture resistance during storage and handling, its RoHS non-compliant construction may include older solder or conformal coating materials that degrade faster in sustained high-humidity conditions. For industrial applications with >80% relative humidity, we recommend adding a silicone-based conformal coating or housing seal to prevent corrosion on lead frames and internal connections, especially since the GP2D15 is obsolete and long-term reliability data is limited.

What are the key risks when replacing the obsolete GP2D15 with a modern digital-output IR distance sensor like the STMicroelectronics VL53L0X, and how should signal timing and power sequencing be handled?

Replacing the GP2D15 with the VL53L0X introduces several design risks: the VL53L0X uses I²C communication instead of a simple digital threshold output, requiring firmware changes; it operates at 2.6–3.5V versus the GP2D15’s 4.5–5.5V range, necessitating level shifting or a separate LDO; and its time-of-flight measurement has microsecond-scale response delays versus the GP2D15’s near-instant digital trigger. Ensure power-up sequencing avoids back-driving the I²C lines and add pull-up resistors compatible with your MCU voltage. Also validate detection thresholds—the VL53L0X reports distance in mm, so logic must replicate the GP2D15’s 24cm binary decision.

How does the GP2D15’s analog-like digital output behave near the 24cm threshold, and what circuit techniques prevent oscillation in proximity-detection applications?

Although labeled 'digital output,' the GP2D15 exhibits hysteresis-like behavior but not true Schmitt-trigger logic—its output can chatter when the target is near the 24cm sensing limit due to ambient IR noise or reflective variations. To prevent false triggering in control loops (e.g., conveyor belt object detection), add an RC low-pass filter (e.g., 10kΩ + 100nF) on the output line or implement software debouncing with a 10–50ms delay. Avoid placing the sensor near fluorescent lights or sunlight, which introduce 100/120Hz IR interference that exacerbates edge instability.

Is it safe to operate the GP2D15 continuously at 60°C ambient temperature given its 50mA supply current and lack of thermal derating data in the datasheet?

Operating the GP2D15 at its maximum rated 60°C ambient temperature is possible but risky for long-term reliability. With 50mA draw at 5V (250mW dissipation) and no exposed thermal pad, internal junction temperature may exceed safe limits under sustained load, especially in enclosed designs. Sharp’s documentation lacks thermal resistance (θJA) data, so empirical testing is advised. If used near 60°C, provide airflow or mount the sensor away from heat sources. Consider derating the sensing distance by 10–15% at upper temperatures, as IR emitter efficiency drops, potentially causing missed detections at the 24cm limit.

Can the GP2D15 be directly interfaced with a 3.3V microcontroller GPIO, or does its 5V digital output risk damaging low-voltage logic?

The GP2D15’s digital output swings close to its supply voltage (4.5–5.5V), so connecting it directly to a 3.3V MCU GPIO risks overvoltage and long-term damage, even if the MCU tolerates 5V on some pins. Check your MCU’s absolute maximum ratings—if 5V tolerance isn’t guaranteed, use a voltage divider (e.g., 1.8kΩ + 3.3kΩ) or a bidirectional level shifter. Alternatively, power the GP2D15 from 3.3V if your system allows; though slightly reducing sensing range, this ensures compatible logic levels and avoids reliability issues from voltage stress on the MCU I/O.

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