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High Sensitivity Medium Distance Proximity Sensor With I2C Interface

High Sensitivity Medium Distance Proximity Sensor With I2C Interface

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Features

Presence detection to activate displays in printers, copiers, tablets, and home appliances
Collision detection in robots and toys
Proximity sensing and lighting control in offices, corridors and public buildings
Parking space availability in lots and garages
Proximity detection in lavatory appliances

Applications

Package type: surface-mount
Dimensions (L x W x H in mm): 5.0 x 2.0 x 1.5
Integrated modules: infrared emitter (IRLED) and a proximity sensor (PS)
1.8 V rated power supply and I2C bus
Immunity to red glow (940 nm IRLED)
Programmable ILED sink current
Intelligent background light cancellation
Proximity distance up to 60 cm
Interrupt functionality
Temperature compensation: -40 °C to +85 °C
Adjustable persistence to prevent false triggers for PS
Smart persistence scheme to reduce PS response time
Output type: I2C bus
Operation voltage: 1.7 V to 3.6 V

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Vishay Intertechnology High Sensitivity Proximity Sensor Offers Medium Distance Detection Up to 600 mm in Compact Package

Vishay Intertechnology High Sensitivity Proximity Sensor Offers Medium Distance Detection Up to 600 mm in Compact Package

Press Release|2026-05-06

MALVERN, Pa. — Apr. 29, 2026 — The Optoelectronics group of Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today introduced a new high sensitivity proximity sensor in a compact 5.0 mm x 2.0 mm x 1.5 mm surface-mount package. Combining an IR emitter, photodiode, amplifiers, and 12-bit ADC in one device, the Vishay Semiconductors VCNL36758 delivers low power consumption and medium distance proximity detection up to 600 mm for smart home, industrial, and office applications.