Vishay has recently introduced the VEMD8082,a silicon PIN photodiode specifically designed for biomedical applications such as heart rate monitoring and blood oxygen measurement.This new product offers enhanced sensitivity,faster response times,and a compact size,making it an ideal solution for smart wearables and health monitoring systems.

　　Specifications

　　Highlights and Benefits

　　Increased Sensitivity:The VEMD8082 features a 6.0 mm²radiant sensitive area,significantly improving its responsiveness to visible and near-infrared wavelengths,making it highly effective in heart rate and oxygen monitoring applications.

　　Fast Response Time:With a reduced rise time of 40 ns and a lower diode capacitance of 46 pF,the device supports higher sampling rates for accurate health data collection.

　　Compact Design:Measuring just 4.8 mm x 2.5 mm x 0.5 mm,the VEMD8082 is well-suited for space-constrained wearable devices like smartwatches.

　　Wide Application Range:This photodiode is particularly beneficial in biomedical technologies like photoplethysmography(PPG),which detects blood flow and cardiovascular conditions,making it suitable for health monitoring and high-speed optical detection equipment.

　　Applications

　　Wearable Devices:Smartwatches,fitness trackers,health bands,etc.

　　Medical Devices:Heart rate and blood oxygen monitors.

　　High-Speed Optical Detection:Used in precise optical sensing for high-speed applications.

　　The VEMD8082’s high performance and compact design address the dual needs of miniaturization and precision in modern health monitoring devices.With its enhanced optical performance and reliability,this photodiode is poised to play a significant role in the biomedical and health monitoring fields.

　　The product is now available in both sample and mass production quantities.