OPT4001 Digital Ambient Light Sensor

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OPT4001 Digital Ambient Light Sensor

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Part Number
OPT4001
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
PicoStar YMN 4-pin: 0.84 mm x 1.05 mm x 0.226 mm; SOT-5X3 DTS 8-pin: 1.9 mm x 2.1 mm x 0.6 mm
Category
LED
Product Type
SMD LED

Quick Sourcing Note

OPT4001 from Texas Instruments is a digital ambient light sensor listed in the LED category. It provides light-to-digital ambient light measurement for visible light intensity using an I2C and SMBus compatible two-wire serial interface. Package options include PicoStar YMN 4-pin at 0.84 mm x 1.05 mm x 0.226 mm and SOT-5X3 DTS 8-pin at 1.9 mm x 2.1 mm x 0.6 mm. Critical parameters include 28-bit effective dynamic range, 1.6 V to 3.6 V supply operation, 30 µA operating current, 2 µA standby current, 600 µs to 800 ms conversion time range, and -40°C to +85°C operating temperature range.

Specifications

TypeDescription
Part NumberOPT4001
ManufacturerTexas Instruments
Product TypeSMD LED
CategoryLED
Component TypeSensor
Package / CasePicoStar YMN 4-pin: 0.84 mm x 1.05 mm x 0.226 mm; SOT-5X3 DTS 8-pin: 1.9 mm x 2.1 mm x 0.6 mm
Sensor FunctionLight-to-digital ambient light measurement; visible light intensity measurement
InterfaceI2C and SMBus compatible two-wire serial interface; digital output reporting
Dynamic Range28 bits effective; automatic full-scale range selection
Measurement Range - PicoStar312.5 µlux to 83 klux
Measurement Range - SOT-5X3437.5 µlux to 117 klux
Conversion Time Range600 µs to 800 ms; 12 configurable conversion-time settings
Operating Current30 µA; operating mode
Standby Current2 µA; ultra-low-power standby mode
Supply Voltage1.6 V to 3.6 V; recommended operating condition
I/O Voltage Tolerance5.5 V tolerant; I/O pins
Operating Temperature Range-40°C to +85°C
Junction Temperature-40°C min, 85°C max; recommended operating condition
Absolute Maximum VDD to GND-0.5 V to 6 V; over operating free-air temperature range
Absolute Maximum SDA/SCL to GND-0.5 V to 6 V; over operating free-air temperature range
Absolute Maximum Pin Current10 mA; current into any pin
Absolute Maximum Junction Temperature150°C
Storage Temperature-65°C to 150°C
ESD HBM Rating±2000 V; human body model per ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001, all pins
ESD CDM Rating±500 V; charged device model per ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-002, all pins
Thermal Resistance Junction-to-Ambient - PicoStar122.8°C/W; PicoStar YMN, 4 pins
Thermal Resistance Junction-to-Ambient - SOT-5X3112.2°C/W; SOT-5X3 DTS, 8 pins
Thermal Resistance Junction-to-Case Top - PicoStar1.4°C/W; PicoStar YMN, 4 pins
Thermal Resistance Junction-to-Case Top - SOT-5X328.4°C/W; SOT-5X3 DTS, 8 pins
Thermal Resistance Junction-to-Board - PicoStar34.9°C/W; PicoStar YMN, 4 pins
Thermal Resistance Junction-to-Board - SOT-5X322.1°C/W; SOT-5X3 DTS, 8 pins
Junction-to-Top Characterization Parameter - PicoStar0.8°C/W; PicoStar YMN, 4 pins
Junction-to-Top Characterization Parameter - SOT-5X31.2°C/W; SOT-5X3 DTS, 8 pins
Junction-to-Board Characterization Parameter - PicoStar35.3°C/W; PicoStar YMN, 4 pins
Junction-to-Board Characterization Parameter - SOT-5X322°C/W; SOT-5X3 DTS, 8 pins
Resolution - PicoStar 800 ms312.5 µlux; lowest auto gain range
Resolution - PicoStar 100 ms2.5 mlux; lowest auto gain range
Full-Scale Illuminance - PicoStar83886 lux
Angular Response - PicoStar96° FWHM
Temperature Drift - PicoStar0.01 %/°C; visible light, input illuminance = 2000 lux
Linearity - PicoStar Above 328 lux2%; 100 ms conversion time, CONVERSION_TIME=0x8
Linearity - PicoStar Below 328 lux5%; 100 ms conversion time, CONVERSION_TIME=0x8
Resolution - SOT-5X3 800 ms437.5 µlux; lowest auto gain range
Resolution - SOT-5X3 100 ms3.5 mlux; lowest auto gain range
Full-Scale Illuminance - SOT-5X3117441 lux
Angular Response - SOT-5X3120° FWHM
Temperature Drift - SOT-5X30.015 %/°C; visible light, input illuminance = 2000 lux
Linearity - SOT-5X3 Above 459 lux2%; 100 ms conversion time, CONVERSION_TIME=0x8
Linearity - SOT-5X3 Below 459 lux5%; 100 ms conversion time, CONVERSION_TIME=0x8
Peak Spectral Responsivity Wavelength550 nm
Effective Mantissa Bits9 to 20 bits; register R_MSB and R_LSB, dependent on selected CONVERSION_TIME register setting
Exponent Bits4 bits; register E denotes full-scale range
Measurement Output Accuracy1800 lux min, 2000 lux typ, 2200 lux max; 2000 lux input
Minimum Selectable Conversion Time600 µs; CONVERSION_TIME=0x0, fixed lux range, 2000 lux input
Maximum Selectable Conversion Time800 ms; CONVERSION_TIME=0xB, fixed lux range, 2000 lux input
Light Source Variation4%; incandescent, halogen, and fluorescent sources; bare device, no cover glass
Infrared Response0.2%; 850 nm near infrared
Relative Accuracy Between Gain Ranges0.4%
Dark Measurement0 to 10 mlux
Power-Supply Rejection Ratio0.1 %/V; VDD at 3.6 V and 1.6 V
Datasheet Statusrequest_only

Product Overview

Package support includes PicoStar YMN 4-pin and SOT-5X3 DTS 8-pin variants. The PicoStar version measures from 312.5 µlux to 83 klux, while the SOT-5X3 version measures from 437.5 µlux to 117 klux. Conversion time is configurable across 12 settings from 600 µs to 800 ms. The sensor operates from a 1.6 V to 3.6 V supply, with 5.5 V tolerant I/O pins, 30 µA operating current, and 2 µA standby current.

Key Features

  • Light-to-digital ambient light measurement for visible intensity
  • I2C and SMBus compatible two-wire serial interface
  • 28-bit effective dynamic range with automatic range selection
  • PicoStar range from 312.5 µlux to 83 klux
  • SOT-5X3 range from 437.5 µlux to 117 klux
  • Configurable conversion time from 600 µs to 800 ms
  • 1.6 V to 3.6 V recommended supply range
  • 30 µA operating current and 2 µA standby current
  • 5.5 V tolerant I/O pins
  • Peak spectral responsivity wavelength of 550 nm

Typical Applications

  • Visible light intensity measurement
  • Digital ambient light measurement
  • I2C ambient light reporting
  • SMBus light measurement nodes
  • Low-power light sensing designs

Procurement Notes

When requesting a quote for OPT4001, buyers should confirm the manufacturer, package or case, required quantity, target date code, compliance documents, packing method, destination country and expected delivery schedule.

If alternatives are acceptable, buyers should share the approved vendor list, required electrical or optical limits, package constraints and qualification requirements. Any alternative part should be reviewed by the buyer's engineering team before production use.

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FAQ

What measurement function does the OPT4001 provide?

The OPT4001 provides light-to-digital ambient light measurement for visible light intensity. Its measurement data is reported through an I2C and SMBus compatible two-wire serial interface.

What supply voltage range is specified for OPT4001?

The recommended operating supply voltage for the OPT4001 is 1.6 V to 3.6 V. The device also specifies 5.5 V tolerant I/O pins.

How do the OPT4001 package variants differ?

The PicoStar YMN 4-pin variant measures 312.5 µlux to 83 klux, while the SOT-5X3 DTS 8-pin variant measures 437.5 µlux to 117 klux. Their package dimensions and thermal characteristics also differ.

What conversion time settings are available on OPT4001?

The OPT4001 supports 12 configurable conversion-time settings. The selectable conversion time range extends from 600 µs at CONVERSION_TIME=0x0 to 800 ms at CONVERSION_TIME=0xB.

Technical Review & Sourcing Note

Prepared by LDeepAI Component Sourcing Team. Reviewed for RFQ, documentation and alternative sourcing use. Last updated: July 20, 2026.

This page is based on manufacturer datasheet information and LDeepAI sourcing review. Specifications should be verified against the official manufacturer datasheet before final procurement or design approval. Final electrical, optical and reliability approval should be confirmed by the buyer's engineering team.

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