Philmore 10807 7mm Cadmium Sulfide Photo Resistive Cell, 5K Ohm (Dark) to 300 Ohm (Bright) ~ 3 Pack.

The cadmium sulfide photo cell has a high resistance in darkness but resistance is quite low when in light of 100 foot-candles or more. A typical use is for switching on lighting after dark; also used in alarm systems, exposure meters, flame detectors, opto-couplers etc.. The cells have a dark resistance of 5,000 ohms and 300 ohms in bright light (of 100 cds. or more).

Features:

• Epoxy - Coated Low Profile Cell
• High reliable power dissipation
• Compact dimensions

Applications:

• Auto - Focus Slide Projects
• Exposure Meters
• Contrast Control in TV sets
• Dimmer Switches
• Dimmers for LED and LCD Displays
• Flame Detectors in Oil Burners
• Street Lamp Switching
• Electronic Toys
• OPTO - Couplers
• Electronic Organs

Electrical Characteristics at Ta=25C