HCPL-3180-360E

Isolators - Gate Drivers Overview

The HCPL-3180-360E is a logic output optocoupler designed for IGBT gate drive applications. It features a single channel with an open collector output and operates within a temperature range of -40°C to +100°C. Key electrical parameters include a maximum propagation delay of 500 ns, a fall time of 100 ns, and an isolation voltage of 3750 Vrms. The device supports a forward current of 16 mA with a forward voltage of 1.8 V and a reverse voltage rating of 5 V. Power dissipation is rated at 295 mW.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Feature Summary

• Provides high-speed signal transmission suitable for demanding power electronics environments
• Offers robust galvanic isolation between input and output circuits
• Features a dedicated open-collector output configuration for direct IGBT driving

Isolators - Gate Drivers Applications

• Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) gate drive circuits
• Variable-speed motor drives
• Electric vehicle power systems
• Induction cooking appliances
• Solar inverter systems

Isolators - Gate Drivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix code against official Broadcom documentation to ensure correct packaging and compliance status. Confirm that the component meets all required safety certifications such as UL, CSA, and IEC standards for your target application. Check for any recent lifecycle notices or obsolescence warnings directly from the manufacturer before finalizing procurement plans.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Selection Notes

Select this component when a dedicated gate driver interface is required for IGBTs with moderate switching speeds. Ensure the system design accommodates the open-collector output topology and necessary pull-up resistor configurations. Verify that the thermal management strategy supports the specified power dissipation limits under continuous operation conditions.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Part Context

This device belongs to the HCPL series of optocouplers manufactured by Broadcom Limited. It is specifically engineered to provide reliable isolation in high-power switching applications. The component integrates an infrared LED with a photodetector to transmit signals across the isolation barrier while maintaining electrical separation between control and power stages.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Replacement Considerations

HCPL-3120-360E