Overview
The PD438C is a photodiode made by Everlight Electronics in a TO-92-2 package with 2 pins.
PCBKit's library has its footprint (Package_TO_SOT_THT:TO-92-2, from KiCad's library), ready for a KiCad board. JLCPCB lists it (part C7324429).
Symbol
The library has no symbol for this part yet.
Footprint
Parameters
6- Dark Current
- 30nA
- Operating Temperature
- -40℃~+85℃
- Pd - Power Dissipation
- 150mW
- Peak Wavelength
- 940nm
- Spectral Range
- 400nm~1100nm
- Voltage - DC Reverse(Vr)
- 32V
Order codes
1- PD438CLCSC C7324429
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Is there a KiCad symbol and footprint for the PD438C?
Yes. the footprint Package_TO_SOT_THT:TO-92-2, both drawn on this page. PCBKit places them on a board for you when you design with it.
What package is the PD438C?
TO-92-2, with 2 pins. Its footprint is drawn on this page.
Where is the PD438C datasheet?
Everlight Electronics publishes it: the Datasheet link on this page opens it.
Where can I order the PD438C?
JLCPCB lists it as part C7324429, with 0 in stock; the sellers' links on this page open their listings.
What can replace the PD438C?
Parts like it in the library: the PD438C/S46 by Everlight Electronics and the PD438B/S46 by Everlight Electronics. Check their datasheets: a part that fits the footprint may still differ in its ratings.
