A photocell changes (A photocell changes (also called a LDR, photodetector, photoresistor, CDS or photoconductive cell) resistance depending on the amount of light it is exposed to.
These photocells can be used in many applications:
- Auto-focus lenses
- Exposure meters
- Contrast controls for TVs
- Dimmer or light switches
- Flame detectors
- Electronic toys
- Street lamp switches
- Optocouplers
Order# | Light | Dark | Size of photocell |
Photo-300 | 5K | 200K | 5mm |
Photo-310 | 8K | 1Meg | 5mm |
Photo-320 | 45K | 10Meg | 5mm |
Photo-330 | 16K | 5Meg | 5mm |
Photo-340 | 50K | 20Meg | 5mm |
Photo-600 | 8K | 300K | 10mm |
Photo-610 | 12K | 1Meg | 10mm |
Note: Size of photocell may change by manufacture.