Summary of PYROELECTRIC PASSIVE INFRARED (PIR) SENSORS ALLOW FOR EASY INTEGRATION, CONFIGURATION AND MORE DESIGN-IN POSSIBILITIES
KEMET enhances industrial solutions with thin-film PZT environmental PIR sensors leveraging the pyroelectric effect for rapid detection of gas, flame, and motion. Packaged as small surface-mount devices (SMD) using hybrid MEMS technology, these sensors offer low power consumption, a 15-year lifespan, and I2C compatibility for easy microcontroller integration across automotive, medical, and IoT sectors. The market is projected to grow significantly by 2025.
Parts used in KEMET Environmental PIR Sensors:
- Thin-film PZT sensors
- Hybrid micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) technology
- Surface-mount device (SMD) packaging
- I2C communication interface
KEMET (“KEMET” or the “Company”), a subsidiary of Yageo Corporation (“Yageo”), a leading global supplier of electronic components, continues to strengthen its solutions for industrial applications with its range of environmental PIR sensors. By utilizing the pyroelectric effect, these thin-film PZT sensors have both high sensitivity and fast response times to ensure rapid and accurate detection of gas, flame, motion, food, and organic compounds for industrial automation, lighting, power generation and distribution, among many other applications.
Built with hybrid micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) technology, these high-quality environmental sensors are packaged in a small surface-mount device (SMD) for use in portable and battery-powered detectors. Their capacity for low power consumption, low maintenance, and low sensitivity to mechanical and thermal shock allows for stable performance and a lifespan of up to 15 years, making them ideal for small, smart, or IoT (Internet of Things) devices in industrial, consumer, automotive and medical applications. Compatibility with industry-standard I2C communication enables plug-and-play connectivity to microcontrollers making these sensors easy to configure, tune, and calibrate.
KEMET’s environmental PIR sensors, which use the standard semiconductor manufacturing process, are well-suited for industrial applications. These components are positioned for growth in the environmental sensor market. According to a 2020 report from 360 Market Updates*, the global environmental sensor market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.4 percent from 2020 to 2025 and reach USD 1550.1 million by 2025.
- How do KEMET PIR sensors detect substances?
They utilize the pyroelectric effect to ensure rapid and accurate detection. - What manufacturing process is used for these components?
The sensors use the standard semiconductor manufacturing process. - Can these sensors connect easily to microcontrollers?
Yes, compatibility with industry-standard I2C enables plug-and-play connectivity. - What is the expected lifespan of these sensors?
They offer a stable performance and lifespan of up to 15 years. - Does the article mention specific applications for these sensors?
Applications include industrial automation, lighting, power generation, automotive, and medical uses. - What is the projected growth rate for the global environmental sensor market?
The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.4 percent from 2020 to 2025. - Why are these sensors ideal for portable devices?
They feature low power consumption, low maintenance, and resistance to mechanical and thermal shock.
