Visible Light Slot Phototransistor
Gap-type phototransistor with 3mm slot for object detection in printers, vending machines, and paper currency validators. Classified under HTS 8541.49.70 as photosensitive semiconductor transistor for interrupt sensing.
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If with mechanical lever/switch mechanism
Contains mechanical contacts rather than purely optoelectronic operation.
If part of complete vending machine
Imported assembled into finished automatic goods-vending apparatus.
If printer paper feed sensor assembly
Part of complete printing machinery rather than discrete electronic component.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Measure slot gap precisely (3mm±0.3mm typical) and document in technical specs
• Include emitter-detector alignment specifications for proper optical coupling verification
• Common misclassification as switch (8536.50) if mechanical actuation implied
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