PCI-12 DETECTOR SERIES

Product catalog summary

Introduction
The PCI-12 Detector Series by VIGO Photonics features HgCdTe thermoelectrically cooled, optically immersed photoconductive infrared detectors. These detectors are designed for applications such as FTIR spectroscopy, gas detection, and laser measurements.

Features

Spectral range extends over 14.0 µm.
Back-side illuminated with unique immersion lens technology.
No minimum order quantity required.
Selected product: Detector PCI-3TE-12-1x1-TO8-wZnSeAR-36.

Specifications

Peak wavelength: 10.0±0.5 µm.
Specific wavelength: 12.0 µm.
Cut-off wavelength: 14.0 µm.
Detectivity at peak wavelength: 1.6×10⁹ cm·Hz^1/2/W.
Current responsivity at peak wavelength: 1.2 A/W.
Time constant: 5 ns.
Resistance: 200 Ω.
Bias voltage: 0.9 V.

Mechanical Layout and Pinout

Technical drawings available for 3TE-TO8(12p)-wW and 3TE-TO66(9p)-wW detectors.

Recommended Amplifiers

AIP, PIP, MIP, and SIP-TO8 series amplifiers are recommended for use with the PCI-3TE-12-1x1-TO8-wZnSeAR-36 detector.

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Operating temperature: -20 to 30 °C.
Storage temperature: -20 to 50 °C.
Soldering temperature: ≤300 °C within 5 seconds.
Storage humidity: 10 to 90% without dew condensation.
Maximum incident optical power density: 2.5 W/cm² for CW or pulses >1 μs, 10 kW/cm² for pulses <1 μs.
Maximum bias voltage: 1.5 V.
Maximum TEC voltage: 3.6 V.
Maximum TEC current: 0.45 A.

Graphical Data

Graphs illustrate detectivity and current responsivity across wavelengths from 2.0 to 16.0 µm, highlighting performance characteristics of the PCI-3TE-12-1x1-TO8/TO66-wZnSeAR-36 detectors.

Catalog excerpts

PCI-12 DETECTOR SERIESHgCdTe thermoelectrically cooled optically immersed photoconductive infrared detectorsFEATURES • Spectral range: over 14.0 pm • Back-side illuminated • Unique immersion lens technology applied • No minimum order quantity required • Detector PCI-3TE-12-1 x1 -TO8-wZnSeAR-36 is a Selected product APPLICATIONS • FTIR spectroscopy • Gas detection, monitoring and analysis: C2H6, NH3 • Laser measurements: power monitoring and control, beam profiling and positioning, calibration RELATED PRODUCT • SM-I-12 detection module SERIES DESCRIPTION Detector symbol SPECIFICATION (Tamb = 293 K, Vb = 0.9 V) Detector symbol VIGO Photonics S.A. reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notification.

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PCI-12 DETECTOR SERIES DATASHEET \IIGO PHOTONICS SPECTRAL RESPONSE (Typ., Tamb = 293 K) Wavelength, A (pm) Wavelength, A (pm) • 3TE-TO8(12p)-wW. PVI/PCI detector technical drawing• 3TE-TO66(9p)-wW. PVI/PCI detector technical drawingABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS Parameter Stresses beyond those listed under absolute maximum ratings may cause permanent damage to the device. Constant or repeated exposure to absolute maximum rating conditions may affect the quality and reliability of the device. VIGO Photonics S.A. reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notification.

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