This is a high performance standard type photo interrupter, which combines high output infrared light emitting diode and high sensitive phototransistor (receiver).

The sensor will detect any object that pass in the space between transmitter and receiver and act like on/off switch. 

Features

• 10mm space for interruption
• Easy to mount on PCB
• High-speed response
• Widely applicable

Application Ideas

• Tachometer (number of revolution counter)
• Tape-end sensors
• Timing sensors
• Edge sensors
• copiers