XL-PD438B Infrared Receiver Photodiode

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XL-PD438B Infrared Receiver Photodiode

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Part Number
XL-PD438B
Manufacturer
XINGLIGHT
Package
6.6 x 4.8 x 3.8 mm black colloid package
Category
LED
Product Type
SMD LED

Quick Sourcing Note

XL-PD438B is a XINGLIGHT LED-category infrared receiver photodiode supplied in a 6.6 x 4.8 x 3.8 mm black colloid package. The device is specified for 940 nm peak sensitivity with an 840 nm to 1000 nm spectral bandwidth range. Key electrical parameters include 150 mW maximum power dissipation, 32 V maximum reverse voltage, 18 μA typical short-circuit current, 15 μA minimum and 25 μA typical reverse light current, and 5 nA typical reverse dark current. It supports operation from -40°C to +85°C and is suited to infrared sensing, receiver, and detection circuits using the stated optical and reverse-bias conditions.

Specifications

TypeDescription
Part NumberXL-PD438B
ManufacturerXINGLIGHT
Product TypeSMD LED
CategoryLED
Outline Dimensions6.6 x 4.8 x 3.8 mm
Lens/Colloid ColorBlack colloid
Moisture Sensitivity LevelMSL 3
RoHS ComplianceComplies with RoHS Directive
Power Dissipation150 mW max
Reverse Voltage32 V max
Operating Ambient Temperature-40°C to +85°C
Storage Ambient Temperature-40°C to +85°C
Soldering Condition260°C max, <=6 s
Open-Circuit Voltage0.35 V typ; λP=940 nm, Ee=5 mW/cm², Ta=25°C
Short-Circuit Current18 μA typ; λP=940 nm, Ee=1 mW/cm², Ta=25°C
Reverse Light Current15 μA min, 25 μA typ; λP=940 nm, VR=5 V, Ee=1 mW/cm², Ta=25°C
Reverse Dark Current5 nA typ, 30 nA max; VR=10 V, Ee=0 mW/cm², Ta=25°C
Rise Time50 μs typ; VR=10 V, RL=1000 Ω, Ta=25°C
Fall Time50 μs typ; VR=10 V, RL=1000 Ω, Ta=25°C
Reverse Breakdown Voltage25 V min, 170 V typ; Ee=0 mW/cm², IR=100 μA, Ta=25°C
Total Capacitance6 pF typ; Ee=0 mW/cm², VR=5 V, f=1 MHz, Ta=25°C
Spectral Bandwidth Range840 nm min, 1000 nm max; λ0.5, Ta=25°C
Peak Sensitivity Wavelength940 nm typ; Ta=25°C
Reverse Light Current Rank BIN110.2 to 16.5 mA; Ee=1 mW/cm², VCE=5 V
Reverse Light Current Rank BIN213.5 to 22.0 mA; Ee=1 mW/cm², VCE=5 V
Reverse Light Current Rank BIN318.0 to 27.5 mA; Ee=1 mW/cm², VCE=5 V
Reverse Light Current Rank BIN422.5 to 33 mA; Ee=1 mW/cm², VCE=5 V
Outline Dimension Tolerance±0.30 mm
Recommended Maximum Wave Soldering Temperature240°C for 6 s
Recommended Wave Soldering FrequencyOne pass
Manual Soldering Iron Temperature<300°C within 3 seconds per terminal, soldering iron capacity <25 W
Storage Temperature Limit<=30°C
Storage Humidity Limit<=70% RH
Recommended Original Package Storage Time<=3 months
Ethanol Cleaning Time<=3 minutes
Lead Bend Distance From Colloid>=2 mm
Datasheet Statusrequest_only

Product Overview

Electrical ratings include 150 mW maximum power dissipation, 32 V maximum reverse voltage, and operating and storage ambient temperature ranges of -40°C to +85°C. At 940 nm and Ta=25°C, the device has 0.35 V typical open-circuit voltage, 18 μA typical short-circuit current, and 15 μA minimum to 25 μA typical reverse light current under the listed irradiance and bias conditions.

Dynamic and optical parameters include 50 μs typical rise time and 50 μs typical fall time at VR=10 V and RL=1000 Ω. The photodiode has 6 pF typical total capacitance, 25 V minimum and 170 V typical reverse breakdown voltage, an 840 nm to 1000 nm spectral bandwidth range, and 940 nm typical peak sensitivity wavelength.

Assembly guidance includes a 260°C maximum soldering condition for up to 6 seconds, a recommended wave soldering maximum of 240°C for 6 seconds with one pass, and manual soldering below 300°C within 3 seconds per terminal using a soldering iron below 25 W. Storage guidance specifies ≤30°C, ≤70% RH, and original-package use within 3 months.

Key Features

  • Infrared receiver photodiode with black colloid package
  • 6.6 x 4.8 x 3.8 mm outline dimensions
  • 940 nm typical peak sensitivity wavelength
  • 840 nm to 1000 nm spectral bandwidth range
  • 150 mW maximum power dissipation rating
  • 32 V maximum reverse voltage rating
  • 50 μs typical rise and fall times
  • 6 pF typical total capacitance at 1 MHz
  • MSL 3 moisture sensitivity level
  • Complies with RoHS Directive

Typical Applications

  • Infrared receiver circuits
  • 940 nm optical detection
  • IR sensing assemblies
  • Reverse-biased photodiode inputs
  • Optical signal detection
  • Ambient-rated receiver modules

Procurement Notes

When requesting a quote for XL-PD438B, 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.

For LED and optoelectronic sourcing, brightness bin, wavelength or color temperature bin, forward voltage range, viewing angle, moisture sensitivity level and soldering process limits may affect final selection, availability and lead time.

FAQ

What type of device is XL-PD438B?

XL-PD438B is an XINGLIGHT infrared receiver photodiode in the LED category. The datasheet identifies a black colloid infrared receiver tube package with 6.6 x 4.8 x 3.8 mm outline dimensions.

What wavelength range does XL-PD438B support?

The datasheet lists a spectral bandwidth range from 840 nm minimum to 1000 nm maximum at Ta=25°C. The typical peak sensitivity wavelength is 940 nm.

What are the main soldering limits for XL-PD438B?

The maximum soldering condition is 260°C for no more than 6 seconds. The recommended wave soldering maximum is 240°C for 6 seconds with one pass, and manual soldering should stay below 300°C within 3 seconds per terminal.

Technical Review & Sourcing Note

Prepared by LDeepAI Component Sourcing Team. Reviewed for RFQ, documentation and alternative sourcing use. Last updated: June 30, 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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