Optocouplers & Photodetectors

We offer an extensive range of optocouplers (opto-isolators), photodetectors AND photointerrupter modules. Our range features leading brands such as Avago Technologies, Fairchild & Vishay.

What are optocouplers?

An Optocoupler, also known as a photocoupler or optical isolator, is an electronic component that interconnects two electrical circuits using an LED and a phototransistor, housed in the same opaque package. There are also other types of source-sensor combinations which include LED-photodiode, LED-LASCR, and lamp-photoresistor pairs. These different pairings can have various effects as a result of the materials used, such as impact on speed. Optocouplers are used mainly to couple isolated circuits and have a range of uses in both domestic and industrial applications - often used on building sites.

We stock:

  • Photodiodes: also known as a diode, is a semiconductor device that converts light into an electrical current, generated when photons are absorbed. Other types of optocouplers include photodarlingtons and TRIACs.
  • Reflective optical sensors: normally used in automotive production, but can also be found in manufacturing processes to ensure they run smoothly. They use a system of mirrors and light beams that sense when they are interrupted to report and show faults.
  • Digital isolators: used to ensure accuracy in circuits by eliminating ground loop errors to improve performance. They can also help develop component safety as isolation devices allowing circuits to coexist and communicate without interruption or signal interference.
Digital Isolator ICs
Digital Isolator ICs
IR Receivers
IR Receivers
IR Transceivers
IR Transceivers
Optocouplers
Optocouplers
Photodiodes
Photodiodes
Photomultipliers
Photomultipliers
Phototransistors
Phototransistors
Reflective Optical Sensors
Reflective Optical Sensors
Slotted Optical Switches
Slotted Optical Switches

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EE-SX670A Omron, Slotted Optical Switch
  • RS Stock No. 818-1491
  • Mfr. Part No. EE-SX670A
Each
SGD42.51(exc. GST)
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Broadcom, HCPL-316J-000E BiCMOS/DMOS Output Optocoupler, Surface Mount, 16-Pin SOIC
  • RS Stock No. 547-4181
  • Mfr. Part No. HCPL-316J-000E
Each
SGD7.84(exc. GST)
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Sharp, PC357N2J000F Transistor Output Optocoupler
  • RS Stock No. 826-4634
  • Mfr. Part No. PC357N2J000F
Each (In a Pack of 40)
SGD0.565(exc. GST)
Temporarily out of stock
Schneider Electric, XACB9213 Optocoupler
  • RS Stock No. 358-290
  • Mfr. Part No. XACB9213
1 Pack of 10
SGD44.22(exc. GST)
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GP2A25J0000F Sharp, SMT Reflective Optical Sensor, Photointerrupter Output
  • RS Stock No. 146-0725
  • Mfr. Part No. GP2A25J0000F
Each (In a Bag of 100)
SGD5.985(exc. GST)
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Isocom, TLP620-4 Optocoupler, 16-Pin
  • RS Stock No. 171-8062
  • Mfr. Part No. TLP620-4
Each (In a Tube of 25)
SGD1.534(exc. GST)
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Broadcom, ACPL-M61U-000E DC Input IC Output Optocoupler, Surface Mount, 5-Pin SO
  • RS Stock No. 693-6012
  • Mfr. Part No. ACPL-M61U-000E
Each
SGD8.25(exc. GST)
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KRB011 Kingbright, Surface Mount Slotted Optical Switch, Phototransistor Output
  • RS Stock No. 616-5670
  • Mfr. Part No. KRB011
Each (In a Pack of 5)
SGD3.464(exc. GST)
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OPB810W51Z Optek, Through Hole Slotted Optical Switch, Transistor Output
  • RS Stock No. 908-7138
  • Mfr. Part No. OPB810W51Z
Each (In a Pack of 10)
SGD8.35(exc. GST)
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Broadcom, HCPL-7860-300E DC Input Transistor Output Optocoupler, Surface Mount, 8-Pin DIP
  • RS Stock No. 818-8372P
  • Mfr. Part No. HCPL-7860-300E
Each (Supplied in a Tube)
SGD11.45(exc. GST)
Limited stock
TEPT4400 Vishay, 60 ° Visible Light Phototransistor, Through Hole 2-Pin 3mm (T-1) package
  • RS Stock No. 700-0776
  • Mfr. Part No. TEPT4400
Each (In a Pack of 10)
SGD0.285(exc. GST)
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Hamamatsu, S3071 Visible Light Si PIN Photodiode, Through Hole TO-8
  • RS Stock No. 482-420
  • Mfr. Part No. S3071
Each
SGD289.86(exc. GST)
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Panasonic, AQY272A DC Input MOSFET Output Optocoupler, Surface Mount, 4-Pin PDIP
  • RS Stock No. 373-1195
  • Mfr. Part No. AQY272A
Each
SGD13.73(exc. GST)
Temporarily out of stock
OPB960T51 Optek, Through Hole Slotted Optical Switch, Transistor Output
  • RS Stock No. 908-7220
  • Mfr. Part No. OPB960T51
Each
SGD6.37(exc. GST)
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Sharp PT480FE0000F 26 ° Phototransistor, Through Hole 2-Pin Side Looker package
  • RS Stock No. 315-860
  • Mfr. Part No. PT480FE0000F
Each
SGD0.63(exc. GST)
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OPB365T55 Optek, Screw Mount Slotted Optical Switch, Phototransistor Output
  • RS Stock No. 303-1192
  • Mfr. Part No. OPB365T55
Each
SGD5.65(exc. GST)
Last RS stock
Broadcom, HCPL-M456-000E Optocoupler
  • RS Stock No. 910-8330P
  • Mfr. Part No. HCPL-M456-000E
Each (Supplied in a Tube)
SGD2.832(exc. GST)
Currently unavailable
onsemi, H11F1SR2M DC Input FET Output Optocoupler, Surface Mount, 6-Pin DIP
  • RS Stock No. 862-9274
  • Mfr. Part No. H11F1SR2M
Each (In a Pack of 2)
SGD2.90(exc. GST)
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Broadcom, HCPL-0201-000E DC Input Logic Gate Output Optocoupler, Surface Mount, 8-Pin SOIC
  • RS Stock No. 547-3958
  • Mfr. Part No. HCPL-0201-000E
Each
SGD2.43(exc. GST)
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onsemi, TIL117M DC Input Phototransistor Output Optocoupler, Through Hole, 6-Pin MDIP
  • RS Stock No. 808-0486
  • Mfr. Part No. TIL117M
Each (In a Pack of 25)
SGD0.578(exc. GST)
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