The 137608-GP1S196HCPSF is an active photointerrupter with a slot type and transistor output from Sharp Microelectronics. It comes in a tape and reel package of 5,000 pieces. The response time of the photointerrupter is 50µs, and it has a voltage breakdown of 35V. The maximum collector current is 20mA, and the maximum forward current is 30mA. The output configuration is a phototransistor, and the sensing method is through-beam. The sensing distance is 0.043" (1.1mm). The 137608-GP1S196HCPSF is a surface mount component with a temperature range of -25°C to 85°C. The photointerrupter is commonly used in applications that require interruption detection.