The circuit below is a schematic diagram of a fast pulse detector. At 100 ns or wider pulse width, the detection should be error free. At 60 ns pulse width, the detection error should be under 10%.
This circuit should be used to detect at least 100 ns wide pulse to ensure an error free performance. [Circuit's schematic diagram source: Linear Technology Application Notes]
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