MPPC (multi-pixel photon counters)

The MPPC (multi-pixel photon counter) is one of the devices called silicon photomultipliers (SiPM). It is a photon-counting device using multiple APD (avalanche photodiode) pixels operating in Geiger mode. Although the MPPC is essentially an opto-semiconductor device, it has excellent photon-counting capability and can be used in various applications for detecting extremely weak light at the photon counting level.
The MPPC operates on low voltage and features high gain, high photon detection efficiency, high-speed response, excellent time resolution, and wide spectral response range. It achieves the performance that is required in photon-counting at a high level. The MPPC is also immune to magnetic fields, highly resistant to mechanical shocks and the like, which are advantages unique to solid-state devices.

Selection guide／MPPC and MPPC module for precision measurement [PDF］

Opto-semiconductor handbook／Chapter 03 Si APD, MPPC [PDF］

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MPPC (SiPM)(31)

The MPPC is one of the devices called silicon photomultipliers (SiPM). It is a photon-counting device using multiple APD (avalanche photodiode) pixels operating in Geiger mode. Although the MPPC is essentially an opto-semiconductor device, it has excellent photon-counting capability and can be used in various applications for detecting extremely weak light at the photon counting level. Various types of devices with different pixel sizes and package types are prepared.

MPPC modules(7)

MPPC modules are photon-counting modules that contain an MPPC (multi-pixel photon counter) capable of detecting extremely low-level light. These modules deliver excellent photon-counting characteristics by extracting maximum MPPC performance.