Vishay introduces compact proximity sensor with 600mm detection range

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Vishay Intertechnology High Sensitivity Proximity Sensor Offers Medium Distance Detection Up to 600 mm in Compact Package

May 6, 2026 11:00 AM EDT

MALVERN, Pa., May 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Optoelectronics group of Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today introduced a new high sensitivity proximity sensor in a compact 5.0 mm x 2.0 mm x 1.5 mm surface-mount package. Combining an IR emitter, photodiode, amplifiers, and 12-bit ADC in one device, the Vishay Semiconductors VCNL36758 delivers low power consumption and medium distance proximity detection up to 600 mm for smart home, industrial, and office... More