IEC 60747-18-5:2023

Overview

IEC 60747-18-5:2023 specifies a standardized evaluation method for assessing the light responsivity characteristics of lens-free CMOS photonic array sensor package modules, specifically in relation to the incident angle of light. Developed by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), this standard outlines the requirements for test setup, procedures, itemization, and reporting when measuring the optical response of these advanced semiconductor bio sensors. The document supports the reproducibility and reliability of performance evaluations for lens-free CMOS sensors, which are increasingly utilized in biosensor applications.

Key Topics

• Scope and Purpose
  • Defines the procedures for evaluating how lens-free CMOS photonic array sensors respond to varying light incident angles.
  • Standardizes conditions for measuring angular and spectral responsivity.
• Measurement Setup
  • Requires control of input factors (light wavelength, intensity, incident angle) and environmental factors (temperature, humidity).
  • Emphasizes the importance of standardized and stable test environments.
• Test Procedures
  • Details stepwise methods including dark offset measurement, status checks of monochromatic light sources, and responsivity testing at different angles and wavelengths.
  • Mandates multiple measurement trials to mitigate noise and pixel-to-pixel responsivity variations.
  • Specifies data processing steps for accurate spectral angular responsivity measurements.
• Reporting
  • Outlines key elements for inclusion in test reports: sensor specifications, environmental parameters, and measured responsivity values.

Applications

Implementing IEC 60747-18-5:2023 ensures consistent evaluation of lens-free CMOS photonic array sensors across applications where optical response, accuracy, and reliability are critical. This standard is highly relevant for:

• Medical Diagnostics: Supporting the development and qualification of imaging modules for point-of-care and in-vitro diagnostic devices using CMOS bio sensors.
• Biological Sensing: Improving the calibration and quality assurance of photonic array modules in biosensor systems for laboratory and clinical settings.
• Semiconductor Manufacturing: Providing manufacturers of CMOS photonic sensors with a unified framework for test and quality validation, enhancing cross-industry interoperability.
• Research & Development: Enabling academic and industrial researchers to compare sensor performance under standardized test conditions, accelerating innovation in bio-photonics.

By adhering to this standard, organizations can boost the credibility of their test results, streamline regulatory acceptance, and accelerate the deployment of advanced biosensor technologies.

Related Standards

• IEC 60747-18-1: Test method and data analysis for calibration of lens-free CMOS photonic array sensors.
• IEC 60747-18-2: Evaluation process for lens-free CMOS photonic array sensor package modules.
• IEC 60747-18-3: Assessment of fluid flow characteristics in sensor modules with integrated fluidic systems.
• IEC 60747-18-4: Methods for evaluating noise characteristics of lens-free CMOS photonic array sensors.
• IEC 60050-731: International Electrotechnical Vocabulary (IEV) – Optical fibre communication.

These related standards collectively form a comprehensive suite for the evaluation, calibration, and characterization of semiconductor bio sensors, fostering global harmonization and reliability in the bioelectronics sector.

Keywords: IEC 60747-18-5, CMOS photonic array sensor, semiconductor bio sensors, light responsivity, incident angle, lens-free sensors, standard test methods, biosensor evaluation, semiconductor standards, optical sensor measurement.