Vishay’s VEML6046X00 RGB IR sensor is AEC-Q100 qualified for use in vehicle displays and interior lighting. This compact device integrates a photodiode, low-noise amplifier, and 16-bit ADC in an opaque surface-mount package that is just 2.67×2.45×0.6 mm.
With three color channels and one infrared channel, the VEML6046X00 calculates color temperature to enable white point balancing for displays. Its green channel’s spectral sensitivity aligns with the human eye for accurate measurements, while the IR channel stabilizes output across various light sources.
The sensor performs consistently in daylight with an ambient light range of 0 to 176 klx, preventing saturation. A digital resolution of 0.0053 lx/count allows the VEML6046X00 to operate behind dark cover glass. It supports a supply range of 2.5 V to 3.6 V, an I2C bus voltage range of 1.7 V to 3.6 V, and an ambient temperature range of -40°C to +110°C. Typical shutdown current consumption is 0.5 µA.
The sensor is well-suited for automotive display backlight control, infotainment systems, rear-view mirror dimming, and heads-up displays.
Samples and production quantities of the VEML6046X00 RGB IR sensor are available now, with a lead time of 16 weeks.
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