HCPL-316J

Isolators - Gate Drivers Overview

The HCPL-316J is a logic output optocoupler designed for gate drive applications, housed in a 16-pin SOIC package. It features a single channel with DC input and supports an output supply voltage range of 15V to 30V. The device provides a peak output current of 2.5A and offers an isolation voltage of 5000Vrms. Typical rise and fall times are 100ns, with a maximum propagation delay of 500ns. It operates within a temperature range of -40°C to 100°C and includes integrated undervoltage lockout (UVLO) and desaturation detection capabilities.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Feature Summary

• Integrates desaturation detection and fault status feedback for IGBT protection
• Provides high common mode transient immunity for reliable noise rejection
• Features built-in undervoltage lockout to prevent improper switching

Isolators - Gate Drivers Applications

• IGBT gate drive protection
• Industrial inverter systems
• Motor control drives

Isolators - Gate Drivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix code on the component marking to confirm packaging type, such as reel or tube variants. Ensure the order matches the required isolation voltage rating and pin configuration. Confirm RoHS compliance status if environmental regulations apply to the manufacturing process. Cross-reference the manufacturer part number with official datasheets to validate electrical specifications before procurement.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Selection Notes

Select this component when driving IGBTs or MOSFETs requiring galvanic isolation and fault feedback. The 15V to 30V output supply range accommodates various power device gate requirements. Consider the 16-pin SOIC package for surface mount assembly constraints. Evaluate the 5000Vrms isolation rating against system safety standards and creepage distance requirements.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Part Context

This device belongs to the HCPL series of logic output optocouplers manufactured by Broadcom Limited. It is engineered specifically for high-performance gate driver interfaces in power electronics. The series emphasizes reliability through integrated protection features and robust isolation characteristics suitable for industrial environments.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Replacement Considerations

Check for direct substitutes within the HCPL family that share identical pinouts and electrical parameters. Verify compatibility of desaturation detection thresholds and UVLO levels with existing circuit designs. Ensure replacement parts meet the same safety certifications and isolation voltage ratings.