MPPC
®
modules
C13366 series
(GD type)
Photon counting module for low-level-light detection,
Digital output
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Structure
Parameter Symbol C13366-1350GD C13366-3050GD Unit
Internal MPPC - TE-cooled MPPC -
Photosensitive area size - 1.3 × 1.3 3 × 3 mm
Pixel pitch - 50 μm
Number of pixels - 667 3600 -
Absolute maximum ratings
Parameter Symbol Condition Value Unit
Supply voltage Vs ±6 V
Operating temperature Topr
No dew condensation*
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-10 to +40 °C
Storage temperature Tstg
No dew condensation*
1
-20 to +70 °C
*
1: When there is a temperature difference between a product and the surrounding area in high humidity environment, dew condensation
may occur on the product surface. Dew condensation on the product may cause deterioration in characteristics and reliability.
Note: Exceeding the absolute maximum ratings even momentarily may cause a drop in product quality. Always be sure to use the
product within the absolute maximum ratings.
Electrical and optical characteristics (Typ. Ta=25 °C, λ=λp, Vs=±5 V, unless otherwise noted)
Parameter Symbol Condition
C13366-1350GD C13366-3050GD
Unit
Min. Typ. Max. Min. Typ. Max.
Spectral response range λ 270 to 900 270 to 900 nm
Peak sensitivity wavelength
λp - 450 - - 450 -
nm
Element temperature
(setting temperature)
Td - -20 - - -20 - °C
Photon detection effi ciency
PDE Threshold: 0.5 p.e. - 40 - - 40 -
%
Dark count CD Threshold: 0.5 p.e. - 2.5 7 - 12 36
kcps
Comparator output - TTL compatible -
Afterpulse probability - 100 ns to 500 ns - 0.1 - - 0.1 - %
Crosstalk probability - - 1 - - 3 - %
Comparator threshold level
- adjustable in 9 steps from 0.5 to 8.5 p.e.
The C13366 series (GD type) are photon counting modules capable of detecting low level light. These modules consist of a
thermoelectrically cooled MPPC, an amplifi er, a comparator circuit, a high-voltage power supply circuit, and a temperature con-
trol circuit. The photosensitive area is available in two sizes of 1.3 × 1.3 mm and 3 × 3 mm, and the signal output is digital.
Modules operate just by connecting them to an external power supply (±5 V).
Low-level-light measurement
Particle diameter measurement
Fluorescence measurement
Analytical instrument
Applications
High sensitivity in the short wavelength range
Built-in temperature control function
Low afterpulse
Digital output
Low dark count
Features
Built-in TE-cooled MPPC
[MPPC for precision measurement (new product)]
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MPPC
modules C13366 series (GD type)
Electrical characteristics
Parameter Symbol Condition Min. Typ. Max. Unit
Supply voltage*
2
+Vs +4.75 +5 +5.25
V
-Vs -4.75 -5 -5.25
Current consumption Ic
+Vs - +200 +1000
mA
-Vs - -20 -40
*
2: A power supply with 1 A or higher output must be used.
Block diagram
TE-cooled type
MPPC
High-voltage
controller
Amplifier
High-voltage supply circuit
Microcontroller
Comparator circuit
±5 V
Digital output
Temperature
controller
KACCC0679EA
KACCC0683EA
Connection example
Using the included power cable, connect the MPPC module to a power supply. You can count output pluses by conecting the MPPC module
to a frequency counter.
Frequency counter
Light source
Photons
Digital signal cable
Power cable
(accessory)
Subject
Power supply (±5 V)
MPPC module